Illustrated Guide to the National Electric Code

The second edition of Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code® leads professional electricians, electrical inspectors, and readers on a visual tour through the entire 2002 NEC®, conveniently grouping Code requirements according to type of occupancy, including: one-family dwellings, multi-family dwellings, commercial locations, and special occupancies and equipment. Central to the book are more than 600 technically precise, highly detailed illustrations that convey insights into NEC® requirements and reduce the potential for misinterpretation of the sometimes vague and often complex language of the Code. Concise phrases and short blocks of text that can be read quickly and understood easily further enable the reader to understand what is depicted in each graphic. Now thoroughly updated based on the 2002 NEC®, this indispensable explanation of the Code also features a section on fundamentals making it equally well suited for use by the novice and master electrician alike.

This book provides a more in-depth look at the National Electrical Code than can be found in other books on the market today. Each technically accurate, highly detailed illustration offers insight into Code requirements. Pertinent details appear in clearly written text blocks, which can be read very quickly and with little effort. Information formerly scattered throughout the Code book has been logically gathered and concentrated under the appropriate occupancy. All relevant aspects are thoroughly discussed and illustrated accordingly. Illustrated Guide to the NEC offers a visually pleasing format which stimulates interest and facilitates comprehension of the Code - It is a must have for practicing electricians, engineers, code inspectors, anyone who refers to the National Electrical Code in their work.

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Miller combines years of experience as an electrical contractor and a trainer in producing the second edition of this guide to the National Electrical Code(r) (NEC(r)). Designed to teach through visualization, the text contains over 600 technically precise, highly detailed illustrations to explain—and minimize misinterpretation of—the NEC requirements. For the second edition, the text has been thoroughly updated to reflect the requirements of the 2002 NEC. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)