ELECTRICA

L DESIGN 1
THIS COURSE DEALS WITH THE STUDY OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND COST ESTIMATION FOR SINGLE AND
MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING UNITS GUIDED BY THE PROVISIONS OF
THE PHILIPPINE ELECTRICAL CODE (PEC) AND OTHER RELEVANT
LAWS AND STNDARDS.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2010

PEC REQUIREMENTS FOR ADEQUATE WIRING IN

SINGLE AND MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING UNIT
GENERAL LIGHTING LOADS BY OCCUPANCIES
(Table 1.1)
* All receptacle outlets of 20-ampere or less in one-family, two-family
and multifamily dwellings and in guest rooms of hotels and motels
shall be considered as outlets for general illumination, and no
additional load calculations shall be required for such outlets.
** In addition a unit load of 8 volt-amperes per square meter shall be
included for general purpose receptacle outlets when the actual
number of general purpose receptacle outlets is unknown.

FEEDER DEMAND FACTORS FOR GENERAL LIGHTING LOAD

AND SMALL APPLIANCE LOAD
(Table 2.1)
*The demand factors of this table shall not apply to the computed load
of feeders to areas in hospitals, hotels, and motels where the entire
lighting is likely to be used at one time, as in operating rooms,
ballrooms, or dining rooms.

DEMAND FACTOR FOR HOUSEHOLD ELECTRIC CLOTHES

DRYER
(Table 3.1)
 DEMAND LOADS FOR HOUSEHOLD ELECTRIC RANGES,
WALL-MOUNTED OVENS, COUNTER-MOUNTED COOKING
UNITS, AND OTHER HOUSEHOLD COOKING APPLIANCES
OVER 1.75 KW RATING.
COLUMN A TO BE USED IN ALL CASES EXCEPT AS
OTHERWISE PERMITTED ON NOTE 3 BELOW
(Table 4.1)
Note: Over 12 kW through 27 kW ranges all of same rating. For ranges
individually rated more than 12 kW but not more than 27 kW, the
maximum demand in Column A shall be increased 5 % for each
additional kW of rating of major fraction thereof by which the rating of
individual ranges exceeds 12 kW.

Note 2: Over 8.75 kW through 27 kW ranges of unequal ratings. For

ranges individually rated more than 8.75 kW and of different ratings
but no exceeding 27 kW, an average of value of rating shall be
computed by adding together the ratings of all ranges to obtain the
total connected load (using 12 kW for any range rated less than 12 kW)
and dividing by the total number of ranges; and then the maximum
demand in column A shall be increased 5 percent for each kW or major
fraction thereof by which this average value exceeds 12 kW.
Note 3: Over 1.75 kW through 8.75 kW. In lieu of the method provided
in column A, it shall be permissible to add the nameplate ratings of all
ranges rated more than 1.75 kW but not more than 8.75 kW and
multiply the sum by the demand factors specified in column B or C for
the given numbers of appliances.

Note 4: Branch circuit load. It shall be permissible to compute the

branch-circuit load for one range In accordance with Table 3.3.2.10.
the branch-circuit load for one wall-mounted oven or one counter-
mounted cooking unit shall be the nameplate rating of the appliance.
The branch-circuit load for a counter-mounted cooking unit and not
more than two wall-mounted ovens, all supplied from a single branch
circuit and located in the same room, shall be computed by adding the
nameplate ratings of the individual appliances and treating this total
as equivalent to one range.

Note 5: This table also applies to household cooking appliances rated

over 1.75 kW and used in instructional programs.

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 FULL LOAD CURRENT IN AMPERES
SINGLE PHASE ALTERNATING - CURRENT MOTORS
(Table 4.1)

FULL-LOAD
CURRENT
TWO- PHASE
ALTERNATING
CURRENT
MOTORS (4-
WIRE)
(Table 5.1)

FULL-LOAD CURRENT
THREE-PHASE ALTERNATING-CURRENT
MOTORS
(Table 6.1)
 CONVERSION TABLE OF LOCKED-ROTOR CURRENTS
FOR SELECTION OF DISCONNECTING
MEANS AND CONTROLLERS
AS DETERMINED FROM HORSEPOWER AND
VOLTAGE RATING
(Table 7.1)

MAXIMUM RATING OR SETTING OF MOTOR BRANCH-CIRCUIT

SHORT-CIRCUIT AND GROUND-FAULT PROTECTIVE DEVICES
(Table 8.1)
 ALLOWABLE AMPACITIES OF INSULATED CONDUCTORS
RATED 0-2000 VOLTS, 60º C TO 90ºC
NOT MORE THAN THREE CONDUCTORS IN RACEWAY OR
CABLE OR EARTH (DIRECTLY BURIED), BASED ON AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE OF 30ºC
(Table 9.1)
 AMPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS
(Table 10.1)

ALLOWABLE
AMPACITIES OF SINGLE INSULATED
CONDUCTORS, RATED 0-2000VOLTS, IN FREE AIR
BASED ON AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 30ºC
(Table 11.1)
 AMPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS
(Table 12.1)

+ Unless otherwise specifically permitted elsewhere in this Code, the

over current protection for conductor types marked with an obelisk (+)
shall not exceeds 15 amperes for 2.0 mm 2, 20 amperes for 3.5 mm2, and
30 amperes for 5.5 mm2 copper; or 15 amperes for 3.5 mm and 25
amperes for 5.5 mm2 aluminum and copper clad aluminum.
ALLOWABLE AMPACITIES OF THREE SINGLE INSULATED
CONDUCTORS, RATED 0-2000VOLTS, 150º TO 250ºC, IN
RACEWAY OR CABLE BASED ON AMBIENT AIR
TEMPERATURE OF 40ºC
(Table 13.1)
AMPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS

(Table 14.1)
 ALLOWABLE AMPACITIES FOR SINGLE INSULATED
CONDUCTORS, RATED 0-2000VOLTS, 150º TO 250ºC, IN
FREE AIR BASED ON AMBIENT AIR
TEMPERATURE OF 40ºC

(Table 15.1)
 AMPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS

(Table 16.1)

EXCEPTIONS (based on PEC requirements)

1. The small appliance appliance branch circuit required in a dwelling unit

shall supply only the receptacle outlets specified in that section.
(b.) 25- and 30-Ampere Branch Circuits. A 25- or 30-ampere branch circuit
shall be permitted to supply fixed lightning units with heavy-duty lamp
holders in other dwelling unit(s) or appliances shall not exceed 80 percent of
the branch-circuit ampere rating.
(c.) 40- and 50-Ampere Branch Circuits. A 40- and 50-ampere branch circuit
shall be permitted to supply fixed lighting units with heavy-duty lamp holders
or infrared heating units in other than dwelling units or cooking appliances
that are fastened in place in any occupancy.
Receptacle Outlets required
(a) General. where flexible cords are used.

2. where flexible cords are specifically permitted to be permanently

connected, and are so connected in boxes or fittings approved for the
purpose, it shall be acceptable to omit receptacles on such equipment.

(b) Dwelling units. In every kitchen, family room, dining room, breakfast
room, living room, parlor, library, den, sun room, bedroom, recreation room,
or similar rooms, receptacle outlets shall be installed so that no point along
the floor kine in any wall space is more than 1800 mm, measured
horizontally, from an outlet in that space, including any wall space 600 mm
or more in width and the wall space occupied by sliding panels in exterior
walls. The wall space afforded by fixed room dividers, such a free-standing
bar type counters, shall be included in the 2 meter measurement.

In kitchen and dining areas, a receptacle outlet shall be installed at each

counter space wider than 300 mm. Counter top spaces separated by range
tops, refrigerators, or sinks shall be considered as separate counter top
spaces. Receptacles rendered inaccessible by appliances fastened in place
or appliances occpying dedicated space shall not be considered as these
requires outlets.

Receptacles outlets shall, in so far as practicable, be spaced equal distances

apart. Receptacle outlets in floors shall not be counted as part of the
required number of receptacle outlet unless located close to the wall.

At least one wall receptacle shall be installed in the bathroom adjacent in

the basin location.

For a one-family dwelling, at least one receptacle outlet shall be installed

outdoors.

For a one-family dwelling, at least one receptacle outlet in addition to any

provided for laundry equipment, shall be installed in each basement and in
each attached garage.

Outlets in other section of the dwelling unit for special appliances, such as
laundry equipment, shall be placed within 1800 mm of the intended location
of the appliance.
At least one receptacle outlet shall be installed for the laundry.

3. In a dwelling unit that is an apartment or living area in a multifamily

dwelling where laundry facilities are provided on the premises that are
available to all building occupancies, a laundry receptacle shall not be
required.

4.In other than one-family dwellings where laundry facilities are not be
installed or permitted, a laundry receptacle shall not be required.

As used in this section, a "wall space" shall be considered a wall unbroken

along the floor line by doorways, fireplaces, and similar openings. Each wall
space 600 or more mm wide shall be treated individually and separately from
the other wall spaces within the room. A wall space shall be permitted to
include two or more walls or a room(around corners) where unbroken at the
floor line.

The receptacle outlets required by this section shall be in addition to any

receptacle that is part of any lighting fixture or appliances, located within
cabinet or cupboard, or located over 1600 mm above the floor.

5. Permanently installed electric baseboard heaters equipped with factory

installed receptacle outlets, or outlets provided as a separate assembly by
the manufacture, shall be permitted as the required outlet or outlets for the
wall space utilized by such permanently installed heaters. Such receptacle
outlets shall not be connected to the heater circuits.

Lighting Outlets Required:

(a) Dwelling units: At least one wall switch controlled lighting outlet shall be
installed in every habitable room, in bathrooms, hallways, stairways and
attached garage: and at outdoor entrances

At least one lighting outlet shall be installed in an attic, underfloor space,

utility room and basement only wher these spaces are used for storage or
containing equipment requiring servicing.

6. In habitable rooms, other than the kitchen, one or more receptacles

controlled by a wall switch shall be permitted in lieu of light outlets

7. In hallways, stairways, and at outdoor entrances remote, central, or

automatic control of lighting shall be permitted.

FEEDERS:

Minimum size or rating. Feeder conductors shall have an ampacity not lower
than required to supply the load . The minimum sizes shall be as specified in
(a) and (b) below under the conditions stipulated. Feeder conductors for a
one family dwelling or amobile home need not be larger than service
entrance conductors.

(a) For specified circuits. The feeder conductors shall not be smaller than 5.5
square mm where the load supplied consists of the following number and
types of circuits: (1) Two or more 2-wire branch circuits supplied by a 2-wire
feeder. (2) MOre than two 2-wire branch circuits supplied by a 3-wire feeder
(3) Two or more 3-wire branch circuits supplied by a 3-wire feeder

(b) ampacity relative to service entrance conductors. The feeder conductor

ampacity shall not be lower than that of the service-entrance conductors 14
square mm or smaller.

(c) Overload feeders. Where at any time feeder conductors are or will be
overloaded the feeder conductors shall be increased in ampacity to
accommodate the ctual load served.

OPTIONAL CALCULATION - MULTIFAMILY DWELLING

(a) It shall be permissible to compute the feeder or service load of a
multifamily dwelling where all the following conditions are met:

(1) No dwelling unit is supplied by more than one feeder

(2) Each dwelling unit is equipped with electric cooking equipment.

EXCEPTION: When the computed load for multifamily dwelling under the
section without cooking load exceeds that computed under this section for
the identical load plus electric cooking exceeds that computed for the
identical load plus the electric cooking, the lesser of the loads may be used.

(3) Each dwelling unit is equipped with either electric space heating or air
conditioning or both
Feeders and service-entrance conductors whose demand load is determined
by this optional calculation shall be permitted to have the neutral load
determined by this section

the connected load to which the demand factors apply shall include the
following:

(1)1500 watts for each 2-wire, 20 A small appliance branch circuit and each
laundry branch circuit

(2) 24 watts per square meter for general lighting and general use
receptacles

(3) The nameplate rating of all appliances that are fastened in place,
permanently connected or located to be on a specific circuit, ranges, wall
mounted ovens, counter-mounted cooking units, clothes dryer, water heaters
and space heaters

If water heater elements are so interlocked that all elements cannot be used
at the same time, the maximum possible load shall be considered the
nameplate load.

(4)The nameplate A or kVA rating of all motors and of all low-power factor
load.

(5) The larger of the air conditioning load or the space heating load.