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Commercial Electrical Testing (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Edgar Francis Collins

 
9781330166574: Commercial Electrical Testing (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master the practical side of electrical testing with this authoritative guide.

This concise reference, written by E. F. Collins, explains the measurement methods, apparatus, and procedures used in a commercial testing department. It aims to help engineers, students, and technicians perform accurate tests quickly and reliably.

The book presents how to plan and run tests for a wide range of electrical machinery, with emphasis on efficiency, precision, and standardization. It balances theory with hands-on steps, offering concrete examples drawn from a real-world industrial setting.

  • Clear explanations of resistance, voltage, current, and power measurement, including primary and working standards.
  • Practical guidance on Wheatstone and slide-wire bridges, contact care, ratios, and temperature considerations.
  • Step-by-step coverage of testing for transformers, regulators, rotary converters, and starting compensators.
  • Emphasis on documentation, repeatable procedures, and choosing methods that maximize accuracy and economy.

Ideal for engineering students, lab managers, and professionals responsible for testing and maintaining electrical equipment in a commercial setting.

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