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Master The NEC - PODCAST

Paul W. Abernathy
National Electrical Code
Electrical Trade
Grounding and Bonding
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Electrical Code
Electricians
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Electrical Inspections
Ohm's Law
Thermal Imaging
Electrical Safety
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Electrical Contracting
Conductors
Thermography
Artificial Intelligence
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Electrical Code Academy
GFCI
Electrical Industry

Listen as Nationally Recognized Electrical Code Experts interpret and explain in technical detail the various chapters, sections, parts, and line items of the National Electrical Code. If you struggle with technical jargon then follow me and consider joining our Fast Trax® Family. We have introduced (2) new affordable NEC Learning Programs to teach you the National Electrical Code. Visit our websi... more

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Paul Abernathy
Host of Master The NEC Podcast and related NEC education programs; long-time electrical trades expert.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 204 ratings
  • I used to give this 5 stars, but it's gone down hill. Paul's electrical knowledge is vast and deep. Definitely worth listening to the back catalogue if you want to improve your code knowledge.

    But these days, most episodes are a mix of minimally useful live-while-driving episodes, sales pitches for Paul's products, and uninformed political rants. The utility is no longer worth my time.

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    Andy M
    a year ago
  • Knowledgeable show

    Amazing

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    MISK89misk
    United Statesa year ago
  • Grifter

    There is a reason he was let go from the code making panel. He is one-sided. A hypocrite. And worst of all, a professional grifter who only cares about his well being and making money off hard working people. His podcast are boring and lack production. Very basic info, just a funnel to spend more money on material that you can find just about anywhere. So do it on your own.

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    MvDolluh$
    United States2 years ago
  • Hypocrisy

    Claims to be a marine, yet somehow also supports a tyrant for President. If you took an oath to defend the constitution, you can’t also support a candidate that incited a mob to overthrow a fair election. One wonders where this host was on Jan 6th. Defending the Capitol or invading it? 🤔

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    Live Young, Die Fast
    United States2 years ago
  • Good stuff!

    Been listening for awhile now and still love it! I take advantage of long drives home and listen to a couple episodes and learn something new every time. Bout to become a journeyman and this is helping, thanks Paul!

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    Sparkydawg21!
    United States2 years ago

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Master The NEC | Episode 68 | 10 Code Questions That Confuse Electricians
Q: If feeding a detached garage, can the grounded conductor and equipment grounding conductor be bonded together in the detached building panel?
Generally no. Grounded and equipment grounding conductors must remain separated downstream from the service disconnect; four conductors (two ungrounded, one grounded, and one equipment grounding) are required for feeders to separate structures, with neutral isolation maintained at the remote structure.
Master The NEC | Episode 68 | 10 Code Questions That Confuse Electricians
Q: Does every ground screw have to be green?
No, not every ground screw must be green. Grounding rules distinguish between equipment grounding conductors, box grounds, and main bonding jumpers, with green or identified grounding screws required in specific contexts such as box bonding and main bonding jumpers in service equipment.
Master The NEC | Episode 68 | 10 Code Questions That Confuse Electricians
Q: What is the difference between Article 625 and Article 624, and which one applies to a Tesla wall charger?
Article 625 covers electric vehicle power transfer systems (on-road EVs), while Article 624 addresses self-propelled electric vehicles like golf carts and similar devices; for a Tesla home charger, you would reference Article 625, with 624 applying to self-propelled or self-propelled vehicle charging contexts.
Master The NEC | Episode 68 | 10 Code Questions That Confuse Electricians
Q: Is an EVSE treated as a continuous load, and does that mean the service load calculation must automatically use 125% of the EV charger rating?
EV charging is treated as a continuous load for conductor sizing and overcurrent protection, but the service or feeder load calculation does not automatically multiply by 125% unless the calculation rules specify it; the 2026 changes clarify this distinction between load calculations and sizing requirements.
Master The NEC | Episode 68 | 10 Code Questions That Confuse Electricians
Q: In the 2023 NEC, low calculations were in Article 220. In the 2026 NEC, where did they go and does that change how we apply continuous load multipliers?
In the 2026 NEC, the low calculation rules for branch circuits, feeders, and service loads were moved into Article 120, and the general guidance is that continuous load multipliers (125%) are not automatically applied inside the load calculation itself, though they still apply when sizing conductors and overcurrent devices under the appropriate rules.

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