Chapter 36

Wiring and Grounding for Power Quality

36.1 Definitions and Standards 36-1

The National Electric Code • From the IEEE Dictionary—Std. 100 • Green Book (IEEE Std. 142) Definitions • NEC Definitions

36.2 Reasons for Grounding 36-3

Personal Safety • Protective Device Operation • Noise Control

36.3 Typical Wiring and Grounding Problems 36-5

Insulated Grounds • Ground Loops • Missing Safety Ground • Multiple Neutral to Ground Bonds • Additional Ground Rods • Insufficient Neutral Conductor • Summary

36.4 Case Study 36-12

Case Study: Flickering Lights

References36-14

Christopher J. Melhorn

EPRI PEAC Corporation

Perhaps one of the most common problems related to power quality is wiring and grounding. It has been reported that approximately ...

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