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2011 NEC Illustrated Handbook

Stay competitive and informed with expert NEC® support in the exclusive 2011 National Electrical Code® Handbook from NFPA®.

The most valuable reference for NEC users provides the technical support required to comply efficiently, avoid violations, and keep electrical installations on track with the 2008 National Electrical Code®.

The NEC Handbook is a unique source of the Code text plus expert advice!

• Only NFPA's Handbook includes the full 2011 NEC text—no other electrical reference has it!
• Expert commentary explains NEC rationale and offers practical, hands-on advice on how to comply—including first-time coverage of new articles, explanations of new and revised rules, and clear examples of application.
• First-time commentary addresses new articles on topics such as Critical Operations Power Systems. Get expert advice on how to properly apply new NEC requirements for "hardened" wiring systems for facilities where continuity of operation is essential to public safety.
• Full-color graphics, diagrams, photos, tables, and charts illustrate concepts
• Commentary is color-coded so it's easy to distinguish from mandatory NEC provisions.
• Summaries of key changes in each article highlight revisions in the 2011 NEC.
• New identifiers at the top of each page in the index help users locate topics and identify solutions.

Revisions in the 2011 National Electrical Code include:

• First-time Article 399: Outdoor, Overhead Conductors, over 600 volts
• First-time Article 694: Small Wind Electric Systems
• First-time Article 840: Premises Powered Broadband Communications Systems
• Revised Article 625 with vital changes covering safe battery charging for plug-in hybrid vehicles.
• Revised wiring requirements and receptacles
• New installation rules to improve electrical worker safety

Additional details:

• Publisher: NFPA
• Binding: Hardbound