| Complete and compact, the Electrician's Pocket Manual, 2nd Edition, provides instant answers to the problems electricians face everyday. Utilizing a
streamlined format, this job-simplifying resource offers tables, formulas and diagrams in place of lengthy text - just the facts you need to get the job
done.
Included in this new edition are:
- Updates to include the 2005 National Electrical Code and new coverage of co-axial cable in home wiring; electric motors and controls; and conduit
bending operations.
- ABCs of the trade.
- Troubleshooting, tips and techniques.
- Math shortcuts and measurement conversions.
- Fiber optic facts and fundamentals.
- Tools and equipment lists.
- Drafting symbols, including those used in CAD drawing.
- Safety rules, codes and requirements, definitions and abbreviations.
From the Preface
This new edition of a popular pocket reference contains much new material. The pocket size has much new information inserted where needed to bring it up to date.
The value of the new edition has been enhanced by its more compact format that allows you to locate your information more quickly. Information in this edition has been updated to reflect changes in the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (also known as the code).
The purpose of this book is to aid you in your everyday tasks and keep you updated with the latest facts, figures, and devices in this important trade.
Many illustrations are included, which show a variety of parts and techniques found in present day practice in the field. Obviously, not all related problems can be presented here, since there is a great deal of ingenuity required by the worker on the job.
Table of Contents
Preface. Acknowledgments. Chapter 1: Hand Tools for General Residential and Light Commercial Wiring. Chapter 2: Hand Tools for Construction Wiring. Chapter 3: Special Equipment - Cable Benders, Cutters and Wire Dispensers. Chapter 4: Troubleshooting - GFCIs and Wiring. Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Electric Motors. Chapter 6: Alarm Systems. Chapter 7: Lamps and Lighting Systems. Chapter 8: Electric Motors; Power Supplies Emergency, Transformers, Low Voltage. Chapter 9: Wires and Wiring. Chapter 10: Hazardous Location Equipment. Chapter 11: Programmable Controls (PLC). Chapter 12: Wiring for Telephone Installation. Chapter 13: Basic Mathematics and Measurement Conversion. Chapter 14: Estimating a Job; Electrical and Electronic Formulas. Chapter 15: How to Read Blueprints. Chapter 16: How to Measure - Blueprints, Meters, and Gages. Appendix 1: Rules of Safety. Appendix 2: Codes, Standards and Regulations. Appendix 3: National Electrical Code Tables Measurements. Index.
About the Author
Rex Miller (Round Rock, TX) is Professor Emeritus of Industrial Technology at State University College at Buffalo and has taught technical curriculums at the college level for more than 40 years. He has co-authored more than 75 texts for vocational and industrial arts programs. |
