Single Family Dwelling Service Disconnecting Means According to Philippine Electrical Code 2017 Edition
In Philippine Electrical Code 2009 edition, the requirement for a service disconnecting means are only for
Selective Coordination According to Philippine Electrical Code 2017 Edition
The Philippine Electrical Code defines Selective Coordination as “Localization of an overcurrent condition to restrict outages to the circuit or equipment affected, accomplished by the choice of overcurrent protective devices …
Philippine Electrical Code – Arc-Flash Hazard Warning Requirement
1. Arc-Flash Hazard Warning The requirement of arc-flash hazard warning in the Philippine electrical Code 2017 is stipulated in Section 1.10.17 Arc-Flash Hazard Warning. This section of the PEC requires …
Philippine Electrical Code – Low Voltage
Low Voltage is mentioned many times in the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC). However, the PEC failed to explicitly include Low Voltage in the definition of terms. The purpose of the …
RA 7920 Provision on Signing of Technical Documents and Drawings
Is it legal for a Professional Electrical Engineer (PEE) to sign and seal plans (drawings) and designs done by others? In legal terms, the answer to that question is NO. …
Safety in Design
It is a common sight in the Philippines to see structures, installations, and equipment not compliant with normal engineering standards. Filipino Engineers should be vigilant that safety in design and …