| Understanding Boat Wiring Contributor(s): Payne, John C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1574091638 ISBN-13: 9781574091632 Publisher: Sheridan House OUR PRICE: $12.56 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 2003 Annotation: The second volume in Payne's invaluable new series. Topics covered include: boat wiring standards; electrical school basics; system voltages; how to plan and install boat wiring; circuit protection and isolation; switchboards and panels; grounding systems; and more. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Boating - Technology & Engineering | Marine & Naval - Transportation | Ships & Shipbuilding - General |
| Dewey: 623.850 |
| LCCN: 2002154370 |
| Physical Information: 0.26" H x 6.32" W x 8.44" (0.32 lbs) 96 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This new series features easy-to-understand yet thorough treatments of technical issues facing every boat owner, sail or power. Each volume is fully illustrated with photos and technical drawings. Author John C. Payne is one of the foremost international authorities on marine electronics and the author of two major handbooks. Book 1, Understanding Boat Batteries and Battery Charging, includes the following subjects: lead acid batteries; AGM batteries; gel batteries; general battery information; battery ratings and selection; safety, installation, and maintenance; charging, alternators, and regulators; and more. |
Contributor Bio(s): Payne, John C.: - John C. Payne is a cruising sailor and professional marine electrical engineer and surveyor with a 28-year career in merchant shipping and the offshore oil industry. His unique combination of technical know-how and practical experience at sea has made him a much sought-after authority. |