Why The PEC Needs to Adapt IEC
The first edition of the PEC published in 1962 by PAMEE was an adaptation of the NEC customized to suit the local Philippine environment. Several decades later and the PEC …
PEC – Is Voltage Drop Calculation Required?
There are provisions in the Philippine Electrical Code stating the maximum voltage drop for branch circuits and feeders. Philippine Electrical Code Part 1/Chapter 2. Wiring and Protection/Article 2.10 – Branch …
Philippine Electrical Code – Metal Underground Water Pipe as Grounding Electrode
The Philippine Electrical Code allows a Metal Underground Water Pipe as a grounding electrode. 2.50.3.3(A)(1) Metal Underground Water Pipe. A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth …
Philippine Electrical Code – Equipment Grounding, Grounded and Neutral Conductors
The Philippine Electrical Code being a modified version of the National Electrical Code has many similarities in their provisions. A couple of many similar provisions are the color of the …
Electrical Connections Temperature Limitations – Philippine Electrical Code
Are you aware of this provision in the Philippine Electrical Code? If yes, have you been complying with this provision in your electrical design or installation? In my humble opinion, …
Philippine Electrical Code 2017 – Interpretation
In Philippine Electrical Code Part 1, 2017 Edition, the interpretation of the Code is given more comprehensive scope for the possible interpretation of the Code. Philippine Electrical Code Part 1, …