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Distribution and dimming equipment

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In this chapter, we discuss portable electrical distribution equipment and dimming systems—that is, all the cable and electrical equipment that is needed between the power source and the lights. It is helpful to know a bit about the design and operation of this equipment, and applicable rules of the electrical code. Before we launch into the nitty gritty, let's just take a moment to distinguish what this chapter is not about. The discussion in this chapter concerns portable electrical distribution equipment, rather than permanently installed distribution. The portable system gives us great flexibility in the design of our electrical distribution. NEC regulations authorize portable systems ...

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