Electrical Calculation References & Study Guides:

AC/DC Principles -

AC/DC Principles teaches how to apply basic laws and analysis techniques to introductory circuits as well as actual AC and DC circuit applications.

Ohm's law Kirchoff's law, Thevenin's theorem, and Norton's theorem are also applied to basic circuits. Mathematics is applied at algebraic and trigonometric levels and all mathematical formulas are followed by step-by-step example problems.

The text includes an introduction to concepts of electricity, network analysis techniques, vector diagrams and phase relationships, and concludes with chapters on resonance, three-phase alternating current, transformers, and alternating current motors. Includes CD-ROM with Quick Quizzes™, and Illustrated Glossary, Math Formulas, Media Clips and more

This one-stop resource focuses on systems and equipment rather than codes and calculations, making it the most practical, hands-on guide available. - more

The Complete Laboratory Manual for Electricity -

The ultimate preparation resource for any curriculum dedicated to training electricians.

The Complete Laboratory Manual for Electricity, 3rd Edition is a valuable tool designed to fit into any basic electrical program that incorporates lab experience.

This updated edition will enhance your lab practices and the understanding of electrical concepts. From basic electricity through AC theory, transformers, and motor controls, all aspects of a typical electrical curriculum are explored in a single volume.

Each lab features an explanation of the circuit to be connected, with examples of the calculations necessary to complete the exercise and step-by-step procedures for conducting the experiment. - more

Mastering the theory and application of electrical concepts is necessary for a successful career in the electrical installation or industrial maintenance fields, and this new fifth edition of DELMAR'S STANDARD TEXTBOOK OF ELECTRICITY delivers!

Designed to teach by blending concepts relating to electrical theory and principles with practical 'how to' information that prepares you for situations commonly encountered on the job.

This revision retains all the hallmarks of our market-leading prior editions and includes enhancements such as updates to the 2011 NEC®, a new chapter on industry orientation, and new coverage of constant-current transformers and fuel cells as well as tips on energy efficiency throughout the text  - more

Dr. Watts Datacom - 10 Pack LE-WM-DrWatts-DC-10pk $109.95 Dr. Watts Datacom - 25 Pack LE-WM-DrWatts-DC-25pk $249.95

Author Mark N. Shapiro has created this quick reference guide especially for those involved in the construction, inspection, cabling, and testing of Datacom systems.

With its informative do’s and don’ts, helpful tips, symbol explanations, clear illustrations, Code clarifications, tables and diagrams, and extensive glossary all in a color-coded, tabbed format, the Datacom reference guide is relied upon by data communications professionals throughout the country..

Although it is small enough to slip into a shirt pocket, the essential Doctor Watts Datacom reference guide is packed with detailed information. - more

• Numerous new NEC tables
• Formulas with clear, concise explanations of usage
• Detailed reference tables and illustrations
• In-depth examples

Packed with all the UPDATED information from the 2008 National Electrical Code, the 2008 Doctor Watts is the #1 Electrical Pocket Guide for electricians.

Dr. Watts (2008) - 10 Pack LE-WM-08DrWatts-10pk $109.95 Dr. Watts (2008) - 25 Pack LE-WM-08DrWatts-25pk $249.95

Many new NEC tables, formulas, illustrations and detailed examples make this an indispensable reference for anyone working with electricity.

This shirt-pocket guide is loaded with essential information for everyday reference; it's heavy laminated pages and built-in tabs make it sturdy and durable.

2008 version encompasses new pages of:

• Numerous new NEC tables
• Formulas with clear, concise explanations of usage
• Detailed reference tables and illustrations
• In-depth examples (see 2005 version here)

Packed with all the UPDATED information from the 2008 National Electrical Code, the 2008 Doctor Watts is the #1 Electrical Pocket Guide for electricians.

Empacado con toda la información ACTUALIZADA del 2008 Código Eléctrico Nacional, los 2008 Vatios de doctor son la #1 Guía Eléctrica del Bolsillo para electricistas.

Many new NEC tables, formulas, illustrations and detailed examples make this an indispensable reference for anyone working with electricity.

 Muchas nuevas mesas de NEC, las fórmulas, las ilustraciones y los ejemplos detallados hacen esta una referencia imprescindible para cualquiera trabajando con la electricidad. - more

You must master electrical calculations to be successful in the electrical trade. You must understand how to perform the important electrical calculations specified in the National Electrical Code. The textbook contains clear, easy-to-understand graphics that help you fully understand the concepts behind electrical calculations. The detailed DVDs are taped from live classes and take you step-by-step through the calculations.

Includes Textbook/Workbook plus the following 8 DVDs

• Raceway and Box Sizing Calculations
• Conductor Sizing and Protection
• Motor Calculations
• Voltage-Drop
• Dwelling Unit Calculations
• Multifamily Dwelling Calculations
• Commercial Calculations
• Delta/Delta and Delta/Wye Transformers

You must master electrical calculations to be successful in the electrical trade. You must understand how to perform the important electrical calculations specified in the National Electrical Code. The textbook contains clear, easy-to-understand graphics that help you fully understand the concepts behind electrical calculations. The detailed Videos are taped from live classes and take you step-by-step through the calculations.

Includes Textbook/Workbook plus the following 5 DVDs

• Raceway and Box Sizing Calculations
• Conductor Sizing and Protection
• Motor Calculations
• Voltage-Drop
• Dwelling Unit Calculations

Electrical NEC Exam Preparation Textbook
by Mike Holt

2011 NEC Exam Prep Book + 2011 NEC (Softcover) Combo LE-MH-11EXB-NEC-Combo $139.50

This comprehensive Electrical Exam Preparation book gives you an overview of Electrical Theory, and teaches you how to master Electrical Calculations. In addition, this book includes a copy of the 2011 NEC Practice Questions book.

Printed in full-color with detailed and educational illustrations it will guide you through everything you need to know about Calculations.

The book is designed for individual or classroom use and can be used for Exam Preparation or as a Calculations study guide.

This book contains hundreds of illustrations, examples, almost 3,200 practice questions covering all of these subjects. This book is intended to be used with the 2011 National Electrical Code.
688 Pages, 648 Illustrations - more

UGLY's Reference Series

Developed as a handy, easy-to-use resource for electrical estimators, contractors, electricians, and apprentices, the Electrical Field Reference Handbook is the ultimate desk and field reference.

Now updated to the National Electrical Code® 2008, it covers the most frequently used on-the-job information, such as: standard symbols for blueprints, drawings, and instrumentation, key formulas and calculations, common NEC® 2008 tables, motor and transformer calculations, and more.

A section devoted to first aid and OSHA safety standards demonstrates the book's commitment not only to accuracy and currency, but also to safety.  more.

Electrical System Design and Application Using Volts Software

Electrical System Design and Application is a new textbook that introduces the learner to designing electrical systems with the aid of Volts by Dolphins Software.

The textbook starts with an overview of the software and how it can help create error-free designs for today’s complex electrical systems. The learner is taken  through a tutorial of the software that covers the basic steps involved in creating an electrical system.

Step-by-step procedures assist both students and professionals in creating proper electrical designs for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. - more

A comprehensive reference and instructional tool for journeyman and master electricians, inspectors, contractors, electrical designers, and others in the electrical trade.

Concise text and descriptive illustrations cover the Code and its application to wiring methods and materials, conductors and overcurrent protection devices, branch circuits and feeders, grounding, transformers, services, special locations, calculations, and more.

Important changes in the 2011 NEC® are covered throughout. Trade knowledge gained in the field is conveyed in concise text and full-color illustrations for quick understanding.

Instructor's Resource Guide also Available -  more

Electrical Systems Based on the 2008 NEC -

Designed for use by journeyman and master electricians, inspectors, contractors, and others, this authoritative text is recognized in the industry for providing a comprehensive overview of the National Electrical Code®.

Concise text and descriptive illustrations cover the Code and its application to wiring methods and materials, conductors and overcurrent protection devices, branch circuits and feeders, grounding, transformers, services, special locations, calculations, and more.

The CD-ROM included with the textbook contains Quick Quizzes®, an illustrated glossary, media clips, and more

Electrician's Calculations Manual, 2E -

Thoroughly revised to reflect the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) and the latest industry advances, Electrician's Calculations Manual, Second Edition gives you quick access to the basic calculations needed for any given job.

This is a calculations book aimed at working electricians and those attempting to pass the Electrician’s Exam. Like nothing currently on the market, this manual details and annotates key calculations electricians use in the field.

Electricians can either learn the underpinnings of the calculation or simply “plub and chug” their way through the problem.

Tucked in your toolbox, this illustrated, tip-filled guide gives you the formulas and examples you need to solve any on-the-job problem in electricity. It also serves as an ideal review for license preparation. - more

Prepare for the Journeyman's Electrical Exam with over 800 sample and test examination questions and problems.

This extremely practical workbook offers a review of the Exam and practical examples of typical problems involving formulas, NEC^®-related problems, and definitions.

The CD-ROM included with the textbook includes Quick Quizzes®, an illustrated glossary, media clips, and more...

Master Electrician's Exam Workbook

Key topics include transformers, overcurrent protection, conductor and box sizing, voltage drop calculations, and grounding. Step-by-step examples are used to break down complex calculations. Frequently referenced articles and tables in the NEC^® help the learner become efficient when looking up code information. - w/ interactive CD-ROM - more

Master Electrician's Exam Workbook Based on the 2008 NEC

Key topics include transformers, overcurrent protection, conductor and box sizing, voltage drop calculations, and grounding. Step-by-step examples are used to break down complex calculations. Frequently referenced articles and tables in the NEC^® help the learner become efficient when looking up code information. - w/ interactive CD-ROM - more

There's no way you can memorize everything in the National Electrical Code. But if you understand why and what is intended, you will be better prepared to remember the details you need for every day use.

Mastering the NEC DVDs are designed to help electricians, designers, supervisors, contractors and maintenance personnel understand the NEC. Or use to train and re-train electrical staff.

Each volume runs from 75 to 95 min. each and are packed with updated information that affect your daily work. - more

The 2011 NEC Important Changes DVD is revised and updated to explain the National Electrical Code requirements that have changed to give electricians the inside track on working with the new NEC codes.

The 2011 Important Changes DVD uses everyday language allowing electricians the opportunity to determine how the new NEC codes will affect their work.

There's no way you can memorize everything in the National Electrical Code. But if you understand why and what is intended, you will be better prepared to remember the details you need for every day use.

Mastering the NEC DVDs are designed to help electricians, designers, supervisors, contractors and maintenance personnel understand the NEC. Or use to train and re-train electrical staff.

Each volume runs from 75 to 95 min. each and are packed with updated information that affect your daily work. - more

Electrical NEC Exam Preparation Textbook

Suitable for all Electrical Exams, such as: AMP, ICC, Local Exam Boards, Professional Testing, Promissor, PSI, SBCCI, and Thomson Prometric (formerly Experior)

Printed in full color, the 2008 Exam Prep book covers Theory, Code, and Calculations in great detail. Clear colorful graphics guide you step-by-step through all the material you'll need to pass your exam the first time. This book contains hundreds of illustrations, examples, almost 3,200 practice questions covering all of these subjects including 36 practice quizzes. This book is intended to be used with the 2008 National Electrical Code. 592 Pages, 350 Illustrations

The latest step in the evolution of Mathematics for Electricity & Electronics, the third edition makes use of more exercises and examples than ever before to make it the most direct route to a thorough understanding of essential algebra and trigonometry for electricity and electronics technology.

Practical, well-illustrated information sharpens the reader's ability to think quantitatively, predict results, and troubleshoot effectively, while repetitive drills encourage the learning of necessary rote skills.

All of the mathematical concepts, symbols, and formulas required by future technicians and technologists are covered to help ensure mastery of the latest ideas and technology. - more

Gain the math skills you need to succeed in the electrical trade with this new edition of Practical Problems in Mathematics for Electricians.

The book begins with basic arithmetic and then, once these basic topics have been mastered, progresses to algebra and then trigonometry. Practical problems with real-world scenarios from the electrical field are used throughout, allowing readers to apply key mathematical concepts at the same time as they are developing an awareness of basic electrical terms and practices.

This is the perfect resource for anyone entering the electrical industry, or simply looking to brush up on the necessary math. - more

Success in the electronics field requires a substantial background in mathematics. This updated book is written to provide beginning students with these needed skills.

Practical, easy-to-understand problems help prepare students for the types of problems that professional electronic technicians face everyday.

As part of the successful Practical Problems in Mathematics series, this edition features expanded coverage of scientific notation, increased problems to be solved using a calculator, additional information on RLC circuits, and a new unit on simultaneous equations that includes coverage of Kirchoff’s Law. - more

UGLY's Reference Series

LE-11UGLY-NEC $108.45 $98.50

Uglys Electrical Reference Book (2011) -

A 'must-have' Electrical Reference for anyone that does Electrical Work - keep one in the Office and one on the Truck!

Electrical Formulas, Conversion Tables, Symbols, Charts, Wiring Diagrams, Conduit Bending and more. All in an easy to read format.

Ugly's Electrical References book is a popular pocket-sized book used by electricians, engineers, contractors, designers, maintenance workers, instructors, and the military.

It is a code-filled reference based on the 2011 NEC - more

The Industry's Best On-the-Job Reference Is Now Available as a Deluxe Hardcover Desk Copy!

Ugly's Electrical Desk Reference is the perfect resource for electricians, engineers, contractors, designers, maintenance workers, and instructors wanting fast access to essential information.

Containing all the information found in Ugly's Electrical References, 2008 Edition pocket guide, the new Desk Reference also includes new key terms and definitions and additional information on electrical safety. - more

Work safely and efficiently on motors and controls when you have the new Ugly’s in your toolbox!

Ugly’s Electric Motors and Controls is a quick, on-the-job reference specifically designed to provide the most commonly required information on the design, installation, application, and maintenance of motors and controls in an easy-to-read, easy-to-access format.

An ideal tool for electrician’s, contractors, designers, engineers, instructors and students, this essential pocket guide uses diagrams, calculations, and quick explanations to ensure jobs are completed safely and correctly and in accordance to industry standards. - more

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