Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the question of explaining the difference between 310.15(B)(1) for 30°C (86°F) and 310.15(B)(2) for 40°C (104°F) when applying the correction values to the ampacity tables starting at 310.16 through 310.21. If you are looking to learn more about the N...
Feb 03, 2023•12 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the question of explaining the overview of doing single-family dwelling calculations in the 2020 National Electrical Code. This episode will be Fast and Furious talking about the various elements of doing single-dwelling calculations, including the us...
Jan 29, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the question of explaining the key motor portions of Article 430 for a student struggling with motors and the important features of motor calculations. This is simply a summary and not in complete detail of all of Article 430. If you are looking to le...
Jan 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the question of NM Cables being installed in bundles by applying a tie-wrap to a stud and then bundling the NM Cables via those tie-wraps at intervals greater than 24 inches. If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for ele...
Jan 29, 2023•22 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . In this episode, Paul will tackle the question of the 10-second transfer rules for Emergency Systems, more specifically for EES Type 1 in Health Care per Article 517. Also, Paul rehashes the ferrous vs non-ferrous requirements in 250.64(E)(1) again. If you are looking to learn more a...
Jan 29, 2023•38 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener who asks if 250.97 applies to 120/208V Systems, another ask about GECs in aluminum raceways, and we end on a tradies apps statement. If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam pre...
Jan 01, 2023•31 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener who asks about images and references given on various social media platforms about installing multiple NM Cables through a single raceway or TA fitting into the back or top of an electrical cabinet. Paul will explain the fact...
Dec 18, 2022•25 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener who asks about sizing the overloads for motors that are not rated as continuous duty. This episode also covers the question about terminals rated 60°C and conductors with insulation rated 75°C. Paul also ends with a question ...
Dec 18, 2022•36 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . In this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener who asks about transfer time requirements for standby systems, a panel in a cabinet in a kitchen, and lastly, an inspector who argues wiring integrity testing for an electrical inspection. If you are looking to learn more ab...
Dec 14, 2022•34 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener that wants to know my thoughts about ESS systems and if the rules in Article 706 also apply in section 702.4(B)(2) for automatic transfer systems. If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for elect...
Dec 14, 2022•23 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener that wants to know my thoughts on their prospective career change from being a fedex driver to being an electrician. Paul only speaks the truth about the pitfalls of the move and things to consider along the way. If you are l...
Dec 11, 2022•25 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode, Paul will tackle a request from a listener that wants to know the things you need to know to start an electrical contracting business. In this episode we will also discuss business licenses, insurance, and permits and inspections, as well as taxes and record keeping. ...
Dec 11, 2022•36 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a request from a listener that has been struggling to get licensed for over 20 years. There are always obstacles in your way, haters that keep you down, and life just gets in the way. However, listen as Paul explains that doing it for yourself is the m...
Nov 25, 2022•31 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a question about the various elements necessary to performing a commercial calculation. Now, this is just a summary of each step but the process is what you learn in our Fast Trax Program so we might ask well talk about the steps involved. If you are l...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a question about the various elements necessary to study in order to pass an electrical exam that is based on the National Electrical Code. Each state will vary in the structure of their test, but they all are based on the NEC. So, Paul explains the el...
Nov 25, 2022•45 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a question about the new structure of 210.12(A) through (E) for Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters for the 2023 National Electrical Code. While some new things have been added, the real treat is the new structure layout that makes using 210.12 a little eas...
Nov 23, 2022•38 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a question about using dimmers in interior stairways and what the NEC says about this, and we also tackle the question about 517.13(A) and (B) for redundancy for branch circuits that supply fixed electrical equipment in the patient care space of health...
Nov 23, 2022•33 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a question about explaining when you would use 310.15(B)(1) for 30°C versus 310.15(B)(2) and 40°C. Paul also tackles a question about pull boxes and exceeding 360° of bends between pull points. If you are looking to learn more about the National Electr...
Nov 20, 2022•32 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www.PaulAbernathy.com . On this episode Paul will tackle a question about what can be taken into an exam, the issue of an inspector calling out bundling of NM Cables, and lastly the issue of NM Cable in raceways. If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam prepara...
Nov 20, 2022•38 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. talks about luminaries that are in clothes closet storage spaces. Paul will examine how to define the clothes closet storage space and then discuss the luminaries that are permitted in the clothes closets. Buckle up as this is a tough one to paint a mental picture of without looking the figures in 410.2 of the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-ele...
Nov 06, 2022•29 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. talks about luminaries that are restricted from being within the 3’ and 8’ space that is described in 410.10(D) of the 2020 National Electrical Code. Paul elaborates on the subject to help paint a mental picture of the all-encompassing space in bathrooms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Nov 06, 2022•20 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical training provider in North America answers a question submitted via the Let's Ask Paul Podcast. On this episode someone asks how to determine the receptacle demand load for an office building with a given square footage and certain number of receptacles. You can join the Fast Trax Electrical Exam Preparation course at www.FastTraxSystem.com and you can also learn about the revolutionary TradiesAPPS...
Nov 04, 2022•24 min
On this episode of Let's Ask Paul, we have a question that was submitted to Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., and parent company of TradiesAPPS™. The question was about the new TradiesAPPS™ and how it differs from your educational APP. Paul is also asked what the business model is for local businesses that want to retain their clients and grow their business. For more information on TradiesAPPS™ visit www.tradiesapps.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/...
Oct 30, 2022•36 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. discusses a question submitted on the Let’s Ask Paul Portal. On this episode Paul explains photovoltaic (PV) supply side connections. Listen to learn the facts from The GURU himself. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 25, 2022•30 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. discusses a question submitted on the Let’s Ask Paul Portal. On this episode Paul explains the difference in an AC Coupled and DC Coupled Multi-Mode System of Inverters. Listen to learn the facts from The GURU himself. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 25, 2022•26 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. discusses a question submitted on the Let’s Ask Paul Portal. On this episode Paul talks interconnected power production sources and the application of 705.12(B)(1) for feeders. Listen to learn the facts from The GURU himself. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 25, 2022•27 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. discusses a question submitted on the Let’s Ask Paul Portal. On this episode Paul talks Photovoltaic and feed-through panels. Listen to learn the facts from The GURU himself. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 25, 2022•29 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. discusses a question from the NECA Code Question of the Day Database. ON this episode Paul elaborates on the HVAC conductor sizing questions presented to NECA. Listen to learn the facts from The GURU himself. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 25, 2022•19 min
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. discusses a question from the NECA Code Question of the Day Database. On this episode Paul elaborates on the process of establishing the GES (Grounding Electrode System) at the detached structure when connecting to the rebar. List to learn the facts from The GURU himself. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 25, 2022•16 min
Welcome to Episode 83 of the Let's Ask Paul Podcast. On this episode Paul tackles a question about the size of the grounding electrode conductor to a concrete encased electrode, sometimes called a Ufer Ground. Paul explains the minimums and maximums of sizing these conductors for this specific electrode. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support ....
Oct 19, 2022•20 min
