Electrical Measurements in Practice (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

F. Malcolm Farmer

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656352280 ISBN 13: 9780656352289

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master electrical measurements with practical, hands‑on guidance.

This book presents the field of electrical measurement in a clear, usable way, covering instruments, their principles, and how to apply them in real work. It includes discussions of curve‑drawing instruments, direct‑acting meters, power‑factor meters, and energy measurement practices, with attention to accuracy, calibration, and maintenance.

Readers will find concrete explanations of how different instruments work, the tradeoffs between ruggedness and precision, and how to connect equipment for testing and verification. The text emphasizes practical setup, reading methods, and the relationship between current, voltage, and power in modern electrical systems.

• Overview of curve‑drawing and recording instruments and their operating principals
• Discussion of power‑factor meters, wattmeters, and energy measurements
• Calibration, testing methods, and methods to check instrument accuracy
• Guidance on maintenance and applying measurements in laboratory or field work

Ideal for students, engineers, and technicians who need a solid, reference‑level understanding of electrical measurements and their practical application.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656352280
• ISBN 13: 9780656352289
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 374