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Understanding Boat Wiring

Understanding Boat Wiring

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Understanding Boat Wiring: 2nd Edition is a comprehensive guide to boat wiring and technical issues, covering standards, principles, planning, installation, circuit protection, switchboards, panels, bilge pump wiring, mast and external wiring, and grounding systems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 07 May 2024
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield


Understanding Boat Wiring: 2nd Edition, authored by John C. Payne, a renowned expert in marine electrical systems and electronics, presents a comprehensive yet accessible guide to boat wiring and the technical challenges faced by boat owners, whether they operate sail or power vessels. This second edition has undergone a thorough revision to ensure its accuracy and relevance.

Concise and compact, with extensive illustrations for easy reference, this guide offers a comprehensive coverage of key topics:

Boat Wiring Standards: Delve into the international standards and regulations governing boat wiring, ensuring safety and compliance.

Basic Electrical Principles: Gain a solid foundation in electrical principles, essential for understanding boat wiring systems.

System Voltages: Explore the different voltages used in boat systems, including DC and AC, and their implications for power distribution and protection.

How to Plan and Install Boat Wiring: Learn practical techniques for designing and installing boat wiring systems, including cable routing, termination, and connection.

Circuit Protection and Isolation: Understand the importance of circuit protection and isolation to prevent electrical hazards and ensure reliable operation.

Switchboards and Panels: Explore the various types of switchboards and panels used in boat wiring, including circuit breakers, fuses, and relays.

Bilge Pump Wiring: Learn how to properly wire bilge pumps, ensuring they are connected to the correct circuits and operate reliably.

Mast and External Wiring: Understand the wiring requirements for mast and external lighting systems, including navigation lights, anchor lights, and other electrical accessories.

Grounding Systems: Explore the different grounding systems used in boats, including bonding, grounding straps, and ground fault interrupters, to protect against electrical shocks and ensure proper electrical grounding.

Understanding Boat Wiring: 2nd Edition is an invaluable resource for boat owners, whether they are experienced sailors or beginners embarking on the journey of boat ownership. With its clear and concise language, comprehensive illustrations, and practical advice, this guide empowers boat owners to confidently handle their boat's electrical systems, ensuring safe and reliable operation. Whether you are upgrading existing wiring or installing a new system, this book will be your trusted companion on the water.

Weight: 198g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781574093629
Edition number: Second Edition

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