Because electric utilities are not required to install a safety ground wire, a neutral-to-case connection must be made at the service disconnecting means [250-23 (b)] so that the neutral can serve as the safety ground wire for ground-fault current. What's the purpose of the grounded conductor (neutral wire)?The purpose of the grounded (neutral) conductor is to permit line-to-neutral loads, such as 120 and 277 volt circuits and it serves as a current-carrying conductor to carry return (neutral) current, Figure 1-5. 61 and not be smaller than required by Sec. 43 —for example. The neutral grounding method is one of the most important elements to consider when utilities plan and operate their distribution system. The specific neutral grounding method chosen by the utility can have significant impacts on reliability of service, safety, protection coordination, power. Material preparation: Prepare the required circuit breakers, wires, wiring ties and other materials, and ensure that they meet the design drawings and installation requirements. Neutral system – Single earthed or multi earthed?.
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