Audel Guide to the 2005 National Electrical Code
Chapter One
General
Article 100-Definitions
The National Electrical Code (NEC) contains a great number of
definitions, which are very important for interpreting the Code. If
you have any doubt as to the exact meaning of a general term, refer
to Article 100 and verify that meaning. You will also find that the
definitions in this section are arranged in two categories-"General"
and "Over 600 Volts."
But if you need the definition of a more specific term, you may
have to find it in the article where it would be dealt with most
directly. As you continue through the Code, you will find additional
definitions scattered throughout other articles. These definitions
are very specific to that article and are therefore included with that
article and not in Article 100.
The following figures are useful in understanding the definitions.
For a branch circuit, see Figure 100-1. For a multiwire branch
circuit, see Figure 100-2. For an illustration of service drop, see
Figure 100-3. Service-lateral and service-entrance equipment are
illustrated in Figures 100-4 and 100-5, respectively.
Article 110-Requirements for Electrical Installations
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