Handbook of Practical Electrical Design - Hardcover

McPartland, J.F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 007045695X ISBN 13: 9780070456952

Publisher: McGraw Hill Higher Education, 1995

Synopsis

This reference on designing electrical systems covers the circuits and systems that supply electrical power for lighting, heating, motors and other power loads and controls. Important concepts and practical procedures for industrial, commercial and residential applications are also covered.

About this title

From the Back Cover

The most complete and practical guide to fast, accurate, and
cost-effective electrical design. Fully updated to reflect the 1999 National Electrical Code including all sound engineering principles and safety provisions. Covers every facet of electrical design from specific electrical loads and the circuits that serve them to main power-supply lines. Covers all the latest practical electrical design
procedures for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential occupancies. Satisfies today's demand for modern electrical design data by including all widely accepted design practices and trends. Easy to follow because the book is organized to parallel the stages
of a typical design job and includes many design examples.
Step-by-step details on how to size, select, and apply conductors, raceways, switches, fuses, circuit breakers, and all other related system components. Makes electrical system construction a snap by making it easier for designers to prepare plans and electrical specs for installers. Saves time and money with one-stop guidance on
everything from selecting the right equipment to designing optimum systems. Written by two of the most respected names in electrical construction Joseph F. McPartland and Brian J. McPartland.

About the Author

Joseph F. McPartland is the nation's foremost expert on electrical system design and construction. He is the principal author of McGraw-Hill's National Electrical Code Handbook, now in its 23rd edition, as well as 28 other books on electrical design, electrical construction methods, electrical equipment, and the NEC. He is the former publisher of Electrical Design and Installation magazine. Brian J. McPartland is an electrical consultant and editor of Electrical Design and Installation. He is coauthor of McGraw-Hill's National Electrical Code Handbook and McGraw-Hill's Handbook of Electrical Construction Calculations.

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw Hill Higher Education
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 007045695X
• ISBN 13: 9780070456952
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 648