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Stallcup's® Electrical Design, 2008 Edition

Author(s): James G. Stallcup
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763773380
  • Paperback    768 pages      © 2009
Price: International Sales $116.95 US List
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Overview

Updated for the 2008 NEC®, the industry's most comprehensive guide to electrical design is a "must!"

The best electrical design practices change with every edition of the National Electrical Code®. Stallcup's® Electrical Design Book expertly explains these changes and how they apply to the design and installation of electrical wiring systems. Strategically designed, the large workbook format provides valuable design tips, NEC® loops, examples, quick calculations, and effective illustrations with Code references. Descriptions of common industry problems and "rule of thumb" methods for fast and accurate design practices are provided. Chapter quizzes test user's knowledge and can be used as a valuable license preparation tool. With the abundant amount of detailed information provided, Stallcup's® is the most comprehensive design book of its kind.

Now Available! INSTRUCTOR'S TOOLKIT CD-ROM includes Lecture Outlines, PowerPoint Presentations, Image Bank, and an Electronic TestBank. All materials are formatted for online course management systems and can be customized to fit your course needs. For more information contact your Publisher's Representative at 1-800-832-0034.

ShowKey Features

Updated! Definitions for grounding and bonding of systems

Updated! Multiwire branch-circuits and identification for branch-circuits and feeders

Updated! GFCI and AFCI requirements

Updated! Grounded conductor calculations

Updated! Clearances for overhead conductors and cables, along with protection of conductors

Updated! Connection of grounding and bonding equipment

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ShowTable of Contents

1. Electrical Codes and Standards
2. Electrical Safety and First Aid
3. Dress Standards
4. Electrical Systems
5. Working Clearances
6. Services
7. Switchboards and Panelboards
8. Conductors
9. Overcurrent Protection Devices
10. Equipment Over 600 Volts
11. Grounding
12. Designing Wiring Methods
13. Installing Wiring Methods
14. Branch Circuits
15. Feeders
16. Receptacle Outlets
17. Lighting and Switching Outlets
18. Motors
19. Compressor Motors
20. Transformers
21. Hazardous (Classified) Locations
22. Residential Calculations
23. Commercial Calculation
24. Industrial Calculations
Appendix
Abbreviations
Glossary
Index


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ShowAbout the Author(s)

James G. Stallcup

James G. Stallcup, Founder and CEO of Grayboy, Inc., is a noted authority in the electrical field. Since its inception, Grayboy has rapidly moved to the forefront of the electrical industry, training over 100,000 students in workshops, seminars, and in-house training, and continually receiving international recognition. Mr. Stallcup has a substantial commitment to the continuing education of those people in the electrical industry through quality publications and up-to-date training. His publications are used in apprenticeship and vocational schools around the country and continue to receive accolades from instructors as well as students for their in-depth explanations, effective illustrations, and authoritative code references. 

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ShowAppropriate Courses

  • Designing Electrical Systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Electrical Systems Design
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      Instructor's ToolKit CD-ROM

      ISBN-13: 9780763760083
      Instructor's ToolKit CD-ROM: includes Lecture Outlines, PowerPoint Presentations, Image Bank, and an Electronic Test Bank. All materials are formatted for online course management systems and can be customized to fit your course needs.

       

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      Answer Key

      ISBN-13: 9780763769178

      Get every answer to every question asked in Stallcup's Electrical Design, 2008 Edition.

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