Includes references to the National Electrical Code® and NEMA to ensure safe work practices
Item #: 320-5113-10
ISBN: 0763751138
ISBN13: 9780763751135
Author: Charles M. Trout Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Manufacturer: Jones & Bartlett Manufacturer Item #: 9780763751135 Format: Paperback
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Charles Trout, longtime chairman of NEC® Panel 12 and author of Electrical Installation and Inspection and the National Electrical Installation Standard on Electric Motors and Controls (NECA) has written a one-of-a-kind summary of electric motor and control concepts. This quick, accessible guide is a comprehensive examination of installation and maintenance procedures for motors and controls, as well as a practical introduction to the application and operation of motor control theory. Incorporating numerous illustrations to reinforce key concepts, Essentials of Electric Motors and Controls reviews concepts such as, magnetism, AC current, frequency, and basic motor operation. This essential resource is perfect for industrial electricians on-the-job, instructors teaching a short course on the topic, and individuals interested in learning more about motors and controls. 120 pp.
Features:
Richly illustrated throughout to reinforce key concepts
Includes references to the National Electrical Code® and NEMA to ensure safe work practices
Provides readers with a thorough discussion on what considerations must be made when designing and selecting a motor
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Electric Motors
Chapter 2 General Requirements for Motor Installation
Chapter 3 Motor Circuit Conductors
Chapter 4 Motor and Branch-Circuit Overload Protection
Chapter 5 Motor Control Circuits and Motor Controllers
Chapter 6 Motor Control Centers and Disconnecting Means
Chapter 7 Adjustable-Speed Drive Systems, Protection of Live Parts, and Grounding
Chapter 8 Electric Motor Maintenance and Wiring Diagrams
Essentials of Electric Motors and Controls
