This article discusses many common misunderstandings about the function of the neutral wire and its relation to power problems. The subjects of dedicated lines, phase reversal, isolation transformers, ...

Continuity of the neutral conductor of a multiwire branch circuit must not be interrupted by the removal of a wiring device [Sec. 300.13(B)]. So, splice the neutral wires, and run a pigtail to the ...

First, what's a subpanel? In my words, a subpanel is an electrical panel wired downstream from the Service Equipment, which is more commonly known as the main panel. For a lengthy discussion on the ...

It’s important to understand the difference between grounding and bonding so you correctly apply the provisions of Art. 250. We earth ground systems to the earth to reduce overvoltage (from ...

A pretty typical diagram for the grounding system for a house is shown here, along with a few of the current carrying conductors commonly called live and neutral. On the far left is the transformer ...

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