Category: Electrical Wiring

Electric Wiring: Domestic, Tenth Edition, is a clear and reliable guide to the practical aspects of domestic electric wiring. Intended for electrical contractors, installation engineers, wiremen and students, its aim is to provide essential up to date information on modern methods and materials in a simple, clear, and concise manner. The main changes in this edition are those necessary to bring the work into line with the 16th Edition of the Regulations for Electrical Installations issued by the Institution of Electrical Engineers. The book begins by introducing the basic features…

Contents PREFACE …………………………………………………………………………………vii CHAPTER 1 The UK Generation, Transmission and Distribution System ………………………………………………………………… 1 Voltage Bands ……………………………………………………………………………2 The Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002 …………….. (ESQCR) ……………………………………………………………………………………3 The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 ………………………………………..4 The IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) ……………………………………………4 The Building Regulations 2000 Part ‘P’ …………………………………………..6 Earthing Systems ……………………………………………………………………..11 CHAPTER 2 Domestic Electrical Installations ………………………………15 The Main Intake Position ……………………………………………………………15 Circuits …………………………………………………………………………………..20 Cables ……………………………………………………………………………………34 Wiring Systems and Installation Methods ………………………………………39 CHAPTER 3 The Importance of Earthing and Bonding ………………….57 Electric Shock ………………………………………………………………………….57 Basic Protection ……………………………………………………………………….59 Fault Protection…