E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contractor (2013-08-01)

* Full 2011 NEC text * Expert commentary with coverage of changes in the 2011 NEC's requirements, including new rules focused on workplace safety * First-time commentary for new articles addressing green technologies, alternate energy, high-voltage installations, and other emerging issues * 500+ full-color photos and illustrations such as schematics, floor plans, and cross-sectional graphics not in the Code * For the first time, vertical rules alert you to Code additions, and change dots signal deletions -- exactly like in the NEC. * Commentary is shaded in blue so it's easily distinguished from mandatory provisions.

This publication is a hands-on book on how to install a solar electrical system. It covers, every aspect of a solar installation in great detail, including: electrical theory with emphasis on DC wiring, system design, electrical code, as well as components of a solar system down to quirks, nuts, and bolts. In its humorous language the book also looks at alternative energy politics, policies, and the industry through a critical eye.

This book covers basic provisions for safeguarding of persons from hazards arising from the installation, operation, or maintenance of 1) conductors and equipment in electric supply stations, and 2) overhead and underground electric supply and communication lines. It also includes work rules for the construction, maintenance, and operation of electric supply and communication lines and equipment. This book is applicable to the systems and equipment operated by utilities, or similar systems and equipment, of an industrial establishment or complex under the control of qualified persons. This book consists of the introduction, definitions, grounding rules, list of referenced and bibliographic documents, and Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the 2007 Edition of the National Electrical Safety Code.

Ugly's Electrical References is designed to be used as an on-the-job reference. Used worldwide by electricians, engineers, contractors, designers, maintenance workers, instructors, and the military; Ugly's contains the most commonly required electrical information in an easy-to-read and easy-to-access format.