Energy and Power
Practical Considerations Of Transformer Inrush Current
When a transformer is initially connected to a source of AC voltage, there may be a substantial surge of current through the primary winding called inrush current. This is analogous to the inrush current exhibited by an electric motor that is… Read more
Feb 20, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Why modern buildings MUST have energy metering and monitoring system
The first step to greater efficiency through energy metering and monitoring is to set objectives for the future system. Ideally, users of the system are involved in this process, and are given an opportunity to provide input on the main… Read more
Feb 19, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Electrical Lectures
Reactive Power and Compensation Solution Basics For Students
The total power, the so-called apparent power, of a transmission network is composed of active and reactive power (Figure 1). While the power consumers connected into supply transform the active power into active energy, the reactive energy pertaining to the… Read more
Feb 17, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Electric Motor
When a 3-phase motor expirience phase failure, what a mess…
A phase failure is an interruption of a single conductor. The motor then continues running with two phases and can suffer damage. The cause is, for example, blown fuse. Small to medium sized motors are mostly stator critical – this… Read more
Feb 15, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
5 Means Of Identifying Grounded Conductors (By NEC 200 Article)
Latest NEC requirements state at least five means of identifying grounded conductors. So, let’s go through each of them // Sizes 6 AWG or smaller Sizes 4 AWG or larger Flexible cords Grounded conductors of different systems Grounded conductors of… Read more
Feb 13, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Arc Flash Hazard Calculation In 9 Steps Using IEEE 1584
The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) published the IEEE 1584 “Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations”. It contains detailed methods and data that can be used to calculate arc flash hazards for the simplest to the most… Read more
Feb 12, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
DC Testing Methods Conducted On Solid Insulation
Let’s take a look at the two important tests that are conducted with DC voltage. Two tests can be conducted on solid insulation using following DC testing methods: insulation resistance testing and high-potential (Hi-pot) voltage testing. Table of contents: Insulation… Read more
Feb 10, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
How electricians test continuity of protective conductors
For all protective conductors, including main and supplementary bonding conductors, electricians must perform continuity test using a low-reading ohmmeter. For main equipotential bonding, there is no single fixed value of resistance above which the conductor would be deemed unsuitable. Each… Read more
Feb 06, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Where do electrical faults occur the most?
A fault is not a natural occurrence. It is an unplanned event which occurs unexpectedly. Electrical faults in an electrical installation or piece of equipment may be caused by: Negligence (that is, lack of proper care and attention), Misuse (that is,… Read more
Feb 01, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Why I prefer busbar trunking systems more than cables
When a planning concept for power supply is developed, it is not only imperative to observe standards and regulations, it is also important to discuss and clarify economic and technical interrelations (cables and/or busbar trunking systems depending on situations). The… Read more
Jan 30, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Important points about grounding of electronic equipment
Grounding electronic equipment for personal safety and clearing of faults is no different than that of any other equipment. Safe grounding requires fast opening of circuit breakers or fuses and minimization of voltage differences between exposed metal surfaces on all… Read more
Jan 29, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Harmonics. What are they? What do they do?
The harmonics allow to represent any periodic waveform. In fact, according to Fourier’s theorem, any periodic function of a period T may be represented as a summation of: A sinusoid with the same period T; Some sinusoids with the same frequency… Read more
Jan 27, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
10 questions to test your electrician skills
These are not-so-easy, but also not-too-hard questions for you to try to answer and test your electrician skills. Whether you are a novice in a field of electrical engineering or a professional electrician, these questions will move your brain cells… Read more
Jan 25, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
When You Ground Ungrounded System With Grounding Transformer
The common grounding assumes a wye-connected neutral to ground. As this is not always the case, and in some cases it is not a three-phase system that it is desired to be grounded. For situations of this kind a grounding… Read more
Jan 20, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
Energy and Power
Wiring practices to provide future load growth in buildings
Electrical wiring is often installed without consideration for how the use of the space may change over time, particularly in residential building. This article recommends wiring practices that meet the NEC and provide for future flexibility and load growth in residential… Read more
Jan 18, 2016 | By Edvard Csanyi
