Grounding and bonding electric current power physics. This seminar is the first in a short series of electrical grounding and bonding webinars presented by neca. Books on grounding znec zieee green book 1421991recommended practice for grounding of industrial and commercial power systems emerald book 11001999 recommended practice for powering and grounding sensitive electronic equipment zindustrial and commercial power system handbook. Article 250 covers the grounding requirements for providing a path to the earth to reduce overvoltage from lightning, and the bonding requirements for a lowimpedance fault current path back to the source of the electrical supply to facilitate the operation of overcurrent devices in the event of a ground fault. Electrical grounding is one of the hardest subjects to master soares book on grounding and bonding provides the insights to help you comprehend the codeapproved methods of grounding required by the national electrical code so that your work will pass inspection the first time. Bonding is the process of connecting to conductive objects together. What are the nec requirements for grounding and bonding rebar. Earthing and grounding are actually different terms for expressing the same concept. One of the most misunderstood and confused concept is difference between bonding, grounding and earthing. Grounding and bonding for the radio amateur and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. One of the most confusing areas of the trade continues to be bonding and grounding. The 2008 nec heavily revised the requirements for bonding limited energy systems.
Electrical inspectors publication, soares book on grounding and bonding, 9th edition, for added information. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. For those eager to improve their skills in electrical grounding and bonding, this is the book to get. Any intentional or accidental connection between an electrical circuit or instrument and the earth is known as grounding.
Principles of electrical grounding john pfeiffer, p. We additionally see requirements for bonding steel rebar in concrete in ieee 1100 emerald book section 8. Soares book on grounding and bonding, th edition nec 2017. Enhance your electrical skills with soares book on grounding and bonding based on the 2011 national electrical code. Electrical grounding and bonding, 6th edition cengage.
Examples of the processes most commonly associated with electrostatic ignitions. Grounding and bonding grounding is the process of connecting a system, equipment, or both to the earth. Because the contact resistance of an electrode to the earth is so high, very little fault current returns to the power supply if the earth is the only fault current return path. The book brings together material from numerous amateur radio and industry sources to present a comprehensive picture of basic grounding and bonding practices related to ac electrical safety, lightning protection, and the management. Soares book on grounding and bonding based on the 2011 nec. Electrical grounding and bonding, simmons, phil, ebook. Product cover for electrical grounding and bonding 6th edition by phil simmons. Rating is available when the video has been rented. Not only does it explain how and why certain grounding methods are used, but it does so in a logical way, balancing text with photos and illustrations.
Seldom do design, engineering, installation and enforcement perspectives come together in one book, especially on the controversial topics of grounding and bonding. Newson gales new grounding and bonding handbook includes. Arrl technical grounding and bonding for the radio amateur. Soares book on grounding and bonding, th edition book. In accordance with iaeis hallmark of systematic explanations, detailed illustrations and photos of actual installations enhance each topic. Bonding belongs in the hands of every electrician, inspector, and engineer who needs to understand the, seemingly conflicting, information of how to properly apply the nec rules of grounding and bonding. Grounding and bonding means that conductive parts are connected together and to the earth. This book is well put together and does a great job of introducing the concepts of grounding and bonding in common electrical systems. Practical grounding, bonding, shielding and surge protection. Bonding conductor necequipment grounding conductor the cec and nec provide some identical methods for bonding electrical equipment, raceways, cable sheaths, etc. Bonding is more clear word compare to grounding and earthing, but there is a micro difference between grounding and earhing. What is the difference between bonding, grounding and earthing. Arrls grounding and bonding for the radio amateur explains why proper station grounding is so important. Grounding of structure bonding of nonelectrical elements is not the subject of this handbook.
This standardization handbook was developed by the department of defense in accordance with established procedure. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading electrical grounding and bonding. Need information on grounding and bonding rules within the national electrical code. This web page is for information that extends or supports the book grounding and bonding for the radio amateur. The first book to cover grounding from the circuit to system and across the entire spectrum of applications grounds for grounding provides a complete and thorough approach to the subject of designing electrical and electronic circuits and systems, blending theory and practice to demonstrate how a few basic rules can be applied across a broad range of applications. Soares book on grounding and bonding, th edition nec 2017 international association of electrical inspectors, kathryn p.
Johnston neca executive director, standards and safety 1 welcome to a neca webinar based on the national electrical code. The grounding book a grounding cord is a very simple, yet powerful, meditation tool used to connect you to the earth, much like tree roots connect a tree to the earth. Grounding and bonding cecnec how different are they. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app.
Guide to grounding systems electrical engineering portal. It examines the critical concepts of calculating conductor sizes, reading and interpreting nec tables, the use of grounded conductor connections in dc and ac systems, as well as various installations and sizing. It reflects the experience and sound judgment of a working group made up of engineers active in the design and operation of electrical. Many of the most important concepts are introduced in the early chapters, and then expanded upon in later chapters. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read electrical grounding and bonding. Eustace soares book, grounding electrical distribution systems for safety was originally published in 1966 and was based upon the 1965 edition of the national electrical code. This is a well written book by well known experts on the topic.
Article 250 grounding and bonding mike holt enterprises. The book brings together material from numerous amateur radio and industry sources to present a comprehensive picture of basic grounding and bonding practices related to ac electrical safety, lightning protection, and the management of rfcurrents and voltages in the typical ham station. Ieee std 1422007 revision of ieee std 1421991 ieee. Johnston few topics are more important to an electrical installation and to an electrical worker than grounding and bonding. Few topics generate as much controversy and argument as that of grounding and the associated topics of surge protection, shielding and lightning protection of electrical and electronic systems. It is a way of releasing energy and allowing you to feel comfortable in your body. This is a discussion of the basic principles behind grounding systems and how grounding is related to safety and the effective operation of circuit protection devices such as fuses and circuit breakers. Soares book on grounding and bonding, th edition by. Bonding all building grounds breaker panel ham shack tower telco cable tv cold water ground rods radials grounding is for safety lightning protection blows a breaker if a power system short connections should be big copper and short. Practical guide to electrical grounding systems and applications the choice of earthing to one point on each system is designed to prevent the passage of current through the earth under normal conditions, and thus to avoid the accompanying risks of electrolysis and interference with communication circuits. This, however, is exactly what iaei has achieved with this edition of soares. Proper, codecompliant grounding and bonding is essential for a safe electrica.
Soares book on grounding and bonding 9th edition book. Download table of contents, sample pages, and index pdf. Soares book on grounding and bonding, th edition nec. Bonding and grounding textbook, 2020 nec builders book inc. Electrical grounding and bonding 3e, written in accordance with the 2011 national electrical code, provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the essential elements of electrical grounding and bonding. This publication was approved on 29 december 1987 for printing and inclusion in the military. Pay careful attention to the definitions that apply to grounding and bonding both here and in article 100 as you begin the study of this important article. Grounding and bonding for the radio amateur 1, inc. Magnetic build up, harmonics, transients, emiemf and other objectionable currents that can build up on steel rebar will need a path to ground. Bonding shall be provided where necessary to ensure electrical continuity must have the capacity to conduct safely any fault current likely to be imposed grounding and bonding must be effective these are the safety circuits of the electrical system the safety circuit bonding path must have the. Build your ham radio station with effective grounding and bonding techniques. This book provides solid information for good proper grounding of radio towers and station equipment based on both good engineering practice and in compliance with electrical codes. Electrical grounding and bonding kindle edition by simmons, phil.
One of the most confusing areas of the trade continues to be grounding and bonding. Mike holts illustrated guide to nec requirements for grounding vs. Power, grounding, bonding, and audio for ham radio safety. This recommended practice has served electrical engineers seeking electrical system grounding information since the first edition in 1956. Mike holts illustrated guide to nec requirements for bonding and grounding belongs in the hands of every electrician, inspector, and engineer who needs to understand the seemingly conflicting information of how to properly apply these particular nec rules. May 02, 2017 soares book on grounding and bonding, th edition nec 2017 international association of electrical inspectors, kathryn p. Written in accordance with the 2011 national electrical code, this book provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the essential elements of electrical grounding and bonding.
Arrls grounding and bonding for the radio amateur 0659. Soares book on grounding and bonding 9th edition by. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Grounding is one topic that is very misunderstood by hams.
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