The electrical panel, also known as the service panel, is the control center for all the electrical circuitry in a residence. Today’s panels are bigger than earlier versions. They have to be, because ...

Engineers often include demand factors in panel schedules and/or load calculations when preparing an electrical design. It is important to include these as permitted by the Code so that equipment is ...

Note: This article is based on the 2002 NEC. Even if you work with stamped drawings, you'll eventually need to do commercial load calculations in the field or on a licensing exam. The National ...

Can you convert your gas furnace to an electric heat pump? How much space is in your panel? There’s more than you might think! This is the second in a three-part series on home electricity ...