Significant Changes to the NEC® 2005 Edition

The National Electrical Code® (NEC®) is the most widely recognized and accepted electrical standard in the world. Every three years the NEC is updated to reflect the newest installation practices utilized by the electrical industry.

Significant Changes to the NEC – 2005 Edition is an invaluable resource to electricians, electrical contractors, electrical inspectors, and electrical engineers, focusing on the most important changes that occurred in the 2005 NEC®. 

The text is arranged to follow the general layout of the NEC®. To assist and enhance understanding of each revision, each change is accompanied by a helpful image or illustration. In addition, background information and a discussion on the significance of the change accompany each of the revisions.

The comprehensive coverage offered in this book enables readers to gain a solid understanding and application of the requirements contained in the 2005 NEC®.

Key Features:

• Background information and the substantiation for each revision is provided in an easy-to-read format
• Detailed illustrations reduce the potential for misinterpretation of the complex language of the Code
• Coverage incorporates the new Code requirements for AFCIs in dwelling bedrooms and GFCIs in other than dwellings
• The term “computed” has been changed to “calculated” throughout, per the NEC change
• Enhanced provisions for marking and identifying branch circuit and feeder conductors
• Formatting and structural revisions to all low-voltage articles, including parallel structuring of article sections
• Comprehensive coverage that is quick and easy to use

416 Pages - 8-1/2 x 11 in. Soft-cover

1401888526 / 9781401888527