National Electrical Code 2005 Handbook (National Fire Protection Association//National Electrical Code Handbook) (ISBN 0877656258) Book Reviews 1-13 Sorted By Most Recent, at VeryWellSaid.com

2005 Electrical Code Book

I have been getting code books since 1965, it seems that they have tripled in size, I'm glad the price hasn't. Good value

(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-11-30 11:02:00 EST)

12-18-07

4\4

NEC 2005 Handbook of limited value

I have had my master electrician license for 21 years but needed to study for a master license in another state. I have been an electrical contractor and state electrical inspector. I studied for about 100 hours using the regular codebook and I used this "handbook" as a reference. I was very disappointed in that almost every single time I had a question or something was unclear there was absolutely no reference to the "complex" issue. It seemed like the obvious was explained in "other words" but the hard stuff was ignored. I realize "hard stuff" is subjective and my review acknowledges that. In this handbook the simplistic issues are reiterated or a picture is shown which is probably great for beginners or apprentices. I'm not sure why there is almost no clarification or examples regarding the more complicated code issues and almost no useful load, feeder or building service calculations. I would recommend not relying on this book if you want to pass a master test.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-10-06 12:08:36 EST)

06-11-07

(NA)

Electric Code Book

This book is required in order to obtain an electrical contractor's license in the state of Georgia.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-12-19 01:50:50 EST)

06-09-07

(NA)

Very Good Reference Book for Electricians

This book is fine, it was a little bit expensive though.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-12-15 07:29:17 EST)

03-19-07

0\1

this is the top of the line

this is everything i would ask for in a code book. it has details and is very comprehensive. this code book is great for keeping everything up to code.in reality sometimes compromises need to be make for pratical sake, electical inspectors i've dealt with understand that too. sure follow the book to perfectlly in a test exam but in real life something are not going to be happening.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-12-15 07:29:17 EST)

02-19-07

1\1

Important Resource

Wanting to make internal wiring systems safer is the right thing to do. However, knowing how to meet that goal has never been more difficult. And with internal wiring systems more complex than ever, having a resource that provides correct answers about the NEC rules along with details in a simple explaination, is even more useful. That's exactly what the NEC 2005 Handbook does.

I have used this resource for years and can always count on it to provide answers in a clear and concise manner. The latest Handbook continues to improve with the increased use of illustrations and expanded discussions to help the reader know the NEC rule specifics... while helping in its understanding.

The Handbook is a "must have" reference if you are serious about doing all you can to meet the safety goals of the NEC Rules.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-12-15 07:29:17 EST)

01-04-07

2\2

student use

This book is far better than the standard red code book. this has more useful information with the pics and tables that is more helpful. and the tabs are great makes finding the sections alot easier.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-07-02 14:23:39 EST)

01-03-07

2\2

student use

This book is far better than the standard red code book. this has more useful information with the pics and tables that is more helpful. and the tabs are great makes finding the sections alot easier.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-02-20 04:00:37 EST)

11-15-06

3\3

National Electrical Code 2005 Handbook

This book really helped me. Not being an Electrician but a tradeworker in the midst of a carreer change. It was difficult for me to read and comprehend the 2005 National Electrical Code book without the help of this handbook. The pictures are helpful, and the examples for the calculations really worked for me. This book is quite large and full of great information. I would recomend it for anyone.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-07-02 14:23:39 EST)

11-14-06

(NA)

National Electrical Code 2005 Handbook

(Review Data Last Updated: 2007-01-05 01:02:26 EST)

08-18-06

8\8

Absolutely a Must Have for Anyone Involved with Electricity and Electrical Equipment

The National Electrical Code is an internationally accepted safety code for electrical and power wiring. It specifies the minimum provisions necessary for protecting people and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity and electrical equipment. Anyone involved in any phase of the electrical industry must be aware of how to use and apply the Code on the job.

This authoritative handbook is based on the last revision of the NEC, which was released in 2005. It undergoes a rigorous review and revision process every 3 years by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA

The NEC is a Mandatory reference for anyone who is engaged in electrical work of any kind, and this book is without any doubt a trusted resource for understanding and applying the Code. The book will be helpful for both professional and students.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2006-11-15 00:55:50 EST)

12-09-05

13\21

Great quality book - oodles better than the paperback version

I bought this book as I am going to a trade school to study to be an electrician. It is far easier to find parts of articles and sub-headings due to the fact that the paper is glossy-white (as opposed to gray in the paperback) and different headings are highlighted and indented. That may not sound like much, but it is many times easier to read this version than the paperback version I was supplied to by my school.

The book also features notes about all revisions to the Code since the 2002 edition as well as numerous examples, illustrations, and diagrams of different regulations.

The book is very well constructed, albeit, rather large at 1300+ pages. If you need to buy a code book, this one'll last a lot longer than the paperback one!

(Review Data Last Updated: 2006-08-19 03:43:10 EST)

09-30-05

22\26

BUY THE HARDCOVER!!