Paul W. Abernathy

Ask Paul | National Electrical Code

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Welcome to Ask Paul the podcast where nationally recognized electrical code experts answer your electrical code-related questions on a weekly podcast. Join us as we answer questions submitted on the www. PaulAbernathy.com website. Get answers from National Electrical Code Panel Members who give their own opinions to answering NEC-related questions. Please be sure to visit https://fasttraxtube.com and subscribe for a FREE ACCOUNT to listen to all our new podcasts starting March 1, 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--49711...

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Paul W. Abernathy

Episodes

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 61 | Sizing Conductors to AC Motor Compressor 14.05.2022 25:52

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and President of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers another question submitted via the portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com . This episode answers a submission about conductor sizing for motor compressors for air conditioning systems using the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electric...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 60 | Explaining Transformer Protection in 450.3(B) 14.05.2022 1:13:45

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and President of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers another question submitted via the portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com . This episode addresses the overcurrent protection rules for transformers found in 450.3(B) of the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/sup...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 59 | Understanding 150V or less to ground and 150V or more to ground 08.05.2022 17:59

Join Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. and the creator of the Fast Trax® NEC Learning System. On this episode of Let's Ask Paul, the discussion is about understanding the phrase 150 volts or less to ground and when it says 150 volts or more to ground in the National Electrical Code. If you are interested in the Fast Trax® NEC Learning System to increase your knowledg...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 58 | Receptacle Spacing, Bus Ratings, and Ranges 08.05.2022 28:48

Join Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. and the creator of the Fast Trax® NEC Learning System. On this episode of Let's Ask Paul, the discussion is about kitchen receptacle spacing, range calculations on an electrical exam and so much more. If you are interested in the Fast Trax® NEC Learning System to increase your knowledge of the National Electrical Code then visit...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 57 | Conductors at Subby's Bruh and Straight/Slash Rated Breakers 02.05.2022 38:13

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answer questions submitted on PaulAbernathy.com at the Let's Ask Paul. On this episode we answer questions about conductors to remote panels and chats on slash versus straight ratings. Also you can submit your questions to www. PaulAbernathy.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-n...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 56 | Our Present and Future Students - You Are Why We Do This! 25.04.2022 20:18

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers another question submitted via the Let's Ask Paul Portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com . This episode is dedicated to Paul and his heartfelt message to his past, current, and future students. The funding of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. was not about the money. It was about the ability to teach others on a platform that...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 55 | Why we don't just drive ground rods everywhere, like for Receptacles 25.04.2022 20:35

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers another question submitted via the Let's Ask Paul Portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com . This episode is dedicated to a question being asked about why an EGC is needed at receptacles and why you just don't drive ground rods at receptacles rather than installing an equipment grounding conductor. This episode address the...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 54 | Three Gang and Larger Box Support and More 25.04.2022 44:50

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy answers more submitted questions from the Let's Ask Paul Portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com . In this episode Paul answers questions on box supports, and of course the old 3' EMT Support debates again. Paul also answers a few other questions in this episode as well so tune in to see what gets asked...you never know if the question...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 53 | Wago's and BackStabbing....Ok Haters....LOL 17.04.2022 25:09

Join Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., a premier provider of electrical exam preparation training and post licensing electrical code education as he answers a question about the use of WAGO's and backstabbing receptacle devices. For more information on Electrical Code Academy, Inc. visit www. ElectricalCodeAcademy.net to see our programs and try our demos. Become a...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 51 | Multiwire Branch Circuits, Pigtails, and Listed Wall Mounted Devices 17.04.2022 19:48

Join Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., a leading electrical educational provide for learning the National Electrical Code as he answers more questions from PaulAbernathy.com. On this episode Paul answers (3) questions, one about a single receptacle outlet as a junction for multiple branch circuits, another about using all the terminals on a duplex receptacle or must...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 50 | Dedicated Equipment Space and Raceways Aboveground on Earth 29.03.2022 51:39

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers another question submitted via PaulAbernathy.com. The Let's Ask Paul portal dedicated to answering electrical code related questions for electricians and electrical contractors. Now, in this episode Paul will address a question about dedicated equipment space and the running of raceways on the surface as well as bei...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 49 | Will electrical courses help folks who are not electricians? 29.03.2022 24:14

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. as he talks all things electrical based on submitted questions via the PaulAbernathy.com portal. Today's question is about learning the NEC when not an electrician as well as how do I hire and identify a qualified electrician. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 48 | Getting NM-B Into an Exterior Panel and Neutral Sizing Question 12.03.2022 40:16

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of the nations leading electrical exam preparation and National Electrical Code learning system called the Fast Trax® answers more questions submitted from the www. PaulAbernathy.com portal Ask Paul. In this episode, Paul answers a question about getting to an exterior electrical panel with NM-B and MC and his opinions and options as well as a question abo...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 47 | When Counting Neutrals as Current Carrying Conductors 24.02.2022 20:58

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founded of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers questions submitted from PaulAbernathy.com. This episode answers the submitted question of when you actually count the neutral conductor as a current-carrying conductor. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 46 | GEC's in Metal Raceways and PVC Boxes 24.02.2022 27:27

Listen as Paul Abernathy answers questions submitted to PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul answers questions on GECs and when they are installed in metal raceways, and how it affects the installation with PVC boxes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 45 | GFCI's and Doorways and Growing Your Business Advice 24.02.2022 33:52

Listen as Paul Abernathy answers questions submitted to PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul answers questions on GFCIs and within 6' of sinks, and tips on growing your electrical business as requested by a listener. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 44 | Electrical Conductor Ampacity Question 13.02.2022 36:37

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers a question about adjustments and corrections for a conductor based on the 2020 National Electrical Code. Be sure to have your NEC handy on this one or just enjoy the show and buckle up. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 43 | Electrical Exam Assumptions and AFCI's on Service Updates 12.02.2022 24:45

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the premier electrical exam preparation and National Electrical Code learning provide in the electrical code industry. Today's podcast answers questions submitted by listeners at www. PaulAbernathy.com and they target assumptions on an electrical exam for service calculations, we also answer that AFCI question for service...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 42 | Single Family Dwelling Calculation -Summary 12.02.2022 45:20

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers a question about the steps to a standard calculation for a single-family dwelling using the 2020 National Electrical Code. This is a great podcast for those preparing for an electrical exam for the journeyman electrician and master electrician exam. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcas...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 41 | Wall Space or Raised Floor and Daisy Chain Luminaries 03.02.2022 34:58

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers a question about wall space versus a raised floor with a front and daisy-chaining luminaries in a suspended ceiling. All submitted by folks like you at the Let's Ask Paul Portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/s...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 40 | Electrical In Flood Zones - My Thoughts and FEMA 03.02.2022 30:39

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. and MasterTheNEC responds to a submitted question about basements in flood zones and what his thoughts are and what FEMA says. This question was submitted via the Let's Ask Paul portal at www. PaulAbernathy.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/su...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 39 | 312.2 versus 314.15 | Damp and Wet Locations 03.02.2022 29:41

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. answers another question that was submitted via PaulAbernathy.com and the Ask Paul Portal. This submission asks about the differences in 312.2 and 314.15 when dealing with wet and/or damp locations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 38 | 10' Tap Rule Explained 22.01.2022 24:04

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc. and creator of the CMECP® Certification Program explains the 10' tap rule for someone who submitted a question via the Ask Paul Forum at www. PaulAbernathy.com . If you have questions feel free to submit them for a response via email or if selected, via a Podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 37 | Supplemental Electrodes Explained 15.01.2022 26:55

Listen as Paul Abernathy receives a question about which electrodes are required to be supplemented in the National Electrical Code. This is a great podcast for learning the rules of supplemental grounding electrodes for the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .

Let's Ask Paul | Episode 36 | 310.12 Explained as requested on Ask Paul 15.01.2022 35:01

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains the application and use of 310.12 in the 2020 National Electrical Code as requested on PaulAbernathy.com by a valued listener to the show. Join Paul for a great episode. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support .