Electrical Grounding and Bonding

Written in accordance with the 2008 National Electrical Code, this new book provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the essential elements of electrical grounding and bonding.

It examines the critical concepts of calculating conductor sizes, reading and interpreting NEC tables, the use of grounded conductor connections in DC and AC systems, as well as various installations and sizing.

Material is reader-friendly and is accompanied by straightforward, easy-to-understand explanations of key concepts that foster understanding.

A functional use of color and dynamic illustrations augments the book and further supports this thorough student- and professional-level approach to electrical grounding.

Features:

• clear and specific explanations show readers how to calculate a conductor size, as well as how to read and interpret NEC tables
• important features such as objectives at the beginning of each chapter and review questions at the end reinforce key concepts and principles
• attention-grabbing four-color artwork engages readers in the material, facilitating learning

Contents:

Foreword

Preface

Introduction

Unit 1 General

Unit 2 System Grounding

Unit 3 Grounding Electrode System and Grounding Electrode Conductor

Unit 4 Enclosure, Raceway, and Service Cable Grounding

Unit 5 Bonding

Unit 6 Equipment Grounding and Equipment Grounding Conductors

Unit 7 Methods of Equipment Grounding

Appendix A Some Fundamentals of Equipment-Grounding Circuit Design

Appendix B Investigation and Testing of Footing-Type Grounding Electrodes for Electrical Installations

Appendix C Understanding Ground Resistance Testing

Appendix D Report of Research on Conduit Fitting Ground-Fault Current Withstand Capability

Index

Softcover
320 Pages - 8-1/2 x 11 in.

141805030X / 9781418050306