Recommended Reading
Essential books and resources for technicians of all levels.
A Guide to Cable Fault Locating
Cable characteristics and fault locating procedures.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-cable-fault-location-guide
A Guide To Diagnostic Insulation Testing Above 1 kV
Megger invented insulation testing before the beginning of the 20th century and has continued to lead the market in innovation and technological advancement.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-insulation-testing-above-1k
A Guide to Low Resistance Testing
Understanding and Measuring Low Resistance to Ensure Electrical System Performance
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-low-resistance-testing-guide
A Guide to Oil Insulation Breakdown Testing
This guide by Megger details the theory and process of testing liquid insulation.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-guide-to-oil-insulation-breakdown-testing
A Guide to Transformer Winding Resistance Measurements
Measuring a transformer's DC resistance from one external terminal to another can reveal a great deal of information about the transformer.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-winding-resistance-guide
American Electricians Handbook
For over a century, this practical handbook has served as the definitive industry reference for information on designing, installing, operating, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/american-electricians-handbook
ANSI/NETA Acceptance Testing Specifications
These specifications are designed to assure that tested electrical equipment and systems are operational, are within applicable standards and manufacturers’ tolerances, and are installed in accordance with design specifications.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/ansi-neta-ats
ANSI/NETA Commissioning Specifications
It is the purpose of these specifications to assure that tested electrical equipment and systems are operational, are within applicable standards and manufacturer's tolerances, and are installed in accordance with design specifications.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/ansi-neta-ecs
ANSI/NETA Maintenance Testing Specifications
The purpose of these specifications is to assure tested electrical equipment and systems are operational, are within applicable standards and manufacturer's tolerances, and are suitable for continued service.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/ansi-neta-mts
ANSI/NETA Standard for Certification of Electrical Testing Technicians
This standard was created to codify the experience, education, and training requirements necessary for an individual to obtain a level of competency as an electrical test technician.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/ansi-neta-ett
Circuit Breaker Testing Guide
This guide book by Megger discusses circuit breaker function and practical testing.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-circuit-breaker-testing-guide
Electrical Power Equipment Maintenance and Testing - Paul Gill
This definitive text covers all aspects of testing and maintenance of the equipment found in electrical power systems serving industrial, commercial, utility substations, and generating plants.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/electrical-testing-paul-gill
Elements of Power System Analysis
Elements of Power System Analysis
https://testguy.net/bookstore/elements-of-power-system-analysis
Guide to Low Voltage Motor Testing
This technical guide by Megger discusses electrical testing in the benchmarking, maintenance and repair of rotating machines.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-guide-to-low-voltage-motor-testing
Handbook for Electricity Metering
Handbook for Electricity Metering
https://testguy.net/bookstore/handbook-for-electricity-metering
IEEE 100: The Authoritative Dictionary of IEEE Standards Terms
In the newly updated Authoritative Dictionary of IEEE Standards Terms, professional experts and students alike will gain an in-depth understanding and appreciation for the breadth of coverage of IEEE standards terms and definitions—not found in any other single source.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/ieee-100
IEEE Std 739-1995, Recommended Practice for Energy Management in Industrial and Commercial Facilities
Engineering techniques and procedures to allow efficiency optimization in the design and operation of an electrical system considering all aspects (safety, costs, environment, those occupying the facility, management needs, etc.).
https://testguy.net/bookstore/ieee-739-bronze-book
Introduction to Thermography Principles
Provides an overview of the latest information on the safe, efficient, and practical use of thermal imagers.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/fluke-thermography-principles-guidebook
Kirk Key Application Guidebook
This guide explains Kirk Key interlock systems and various configurations.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/kirk-key-application-guidebook
NFPA 110 Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems
Comprehensive coverage in NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems, addresses the following: -Power sources -Transfer equipment -Controls -Supervisory equipment -Related electrical and mechanical auxiliary and accessory equipment needed to supply electrical power to the load terminals of the transfer equipment.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/nfpa-110
NFPA 70, National Electrical Code Handbook
The premier standard for safe electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. It's critical that personnel who apply and enforce the NEC stay up to date with the code and are ready for the challenges of the modern electrical landscape.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/nfpa-70
NFPA 70B Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance
NFPA 70B details preventive maintenance for electrical, electronic, and communication systems and equipmen -- such as those used in industrial plants, institutional and commercial buildings, and large multi-family residential complexes.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/nfpa-70b
NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
A key resource for helping companies and employees reduce exposure to risks and reduce occupational injuries and fatalities.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/nfpa-70e
NFPA 79, Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery
A must-have companion to both the National Electrical Code(NEC) and NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/nfpa-79
Power Distribution Planning Reference Book
This text covers the many aspects of distribution planning with which engineers are faced. The text will be very helpful to engineers new to distribution planning as well as to those who have been working in the field for some time.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/power-distribution-planning-reference
Power System Relaying
This book explores the fundamentals of relaying and power system phenomena, including stability, protection, and reliability.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/power-system-relaying-horowitz
Protective Relaying for Power Generation Systems
While most textbooks focus on the transmission and distribution aspects of protective relays, Protective Relaying for Power Generation Systems is the first to focus on protection of motors and generators from a power generation perspective.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/protective-relaying-power-generation-systems
Protective Relaying: Principles and Applications
For many years, Protective Relaying: Principles and Applications has been the go-to text for gaining proficiency in the technological fundamentals of power system protection.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/protective-relaying-blackburn
The Complete Guide to Electrical Insulation Testing
A stitch in time by Megger.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/megger-insulation-testing-guide
The Relay Testing Handbook: Principles and Practice
The Relay Testing Handbook is an indispensable resource that every relay tester should keep at their fingertips. This book was written for relay testers, rather than design engineers, so you no longer have to decipher engineering textbooks when performing relay tests.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/relay-testing-handbook-chris-werstiuk
Ugly’s Electrical References
The most pertinent, up-to-date information used by electricians, including: updated NEC code and table change information, mathematical formulas, NEMA wiring configurations, conduit bending guide, ampacity and conduit fill information, transformer and control circuit wiring diagrams, and conversion tables.
https://testguy.net/bookstore/uglys-electrical-references
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