Electricity, Electronics, and Control Systems for HVAC (2nd Edition)

Drawing from the author's 20+ years professional and academic experience, this book presents basic AC and DC electricity, electrical principles, electric circuits and controls for air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems. It is specifically designed to be clear and concise enough for beginners—with a straightforward writing style and numerous diagrams and illustrations—yet comprehensive and accessible enough to serve as a professional reference. Fundamentals of Electricity and Electrical Meters. Voltmeters, Ammeters, & Ohmmeters. Series, Parallel and Series-Parallel Circuits. Fundamentals of AC Electricity. Transformers, Three-Phase and Single-Phase Voltage. Symbols and Diagrams for HVAC and Refrigeration Systems.Relays, Contactors and Solenoids. Single-Phase Open Motors and Hermetic Compressors. Three-Phase Open Motors and Three-Phase Hermetic Compressors. Electronic Devices for HVAC Systems. Electrical Control of Heating Systems, Heat Pumps, Air Conditioning Systems, and Refrigeration Systems. Developing a Ladder Diagram From a Wiring Diagram. For HVAC technicians or anyone else interested in electronics and control systems for HVAC.