Electrical Raceways and Other Wiring Methods

Fifth Edition
Author: Richard Loyd

This combination of design how-to and reference book, used for all types of building occupancies, is an excellent source of information on design location.

Electrical Raceways is jam-packed with specific design criteria, wiring methods, and materials for all types of installations as required by the 2005 National Electrical Code®.

Thoroughly updated to Code® requirements and featuring Code® changes since the last edition, this one-of-a-kind resource continues to provide a steady flow of basic information on the design of most locations for industrial, institutional, commercial, and residential occupancies.

All raceway types and other wiring methods are covered in detail, including updated information on all the newest cable types.

Features:

• Combines instructional reference information for a "one stop shopping" approach to electrical installations
• Current information that is updated to the 2005 NEC® can be immediately applied on the job
• Basic, as well as special wiring methods coverage is provided, with applications for all types of "real world" wiring
• "Must have" information from codes and standards in wiring and building design to hazardous locations make it crucial for electricians to review this book prior to design and installation
• Product specifications, electrical formulas, architectural symbols, and useful charts located in the Appendix eliminate the need to purchase supplemental reference materials

Contents:

• Codes and Standards in Wiring and Building Design
• Basic Design Factors
• Conductor Considerations
• General Circuit Requirements
• General Raceway Installation Requirements
• Raceway Systems
• Other Wiring Methods
• Boxes, Enclosures, Fittings, and Accessories
• Hazardous Locations
• Codes and Standards.

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

1401851835 / 9781401851835