Episode 35 - Why Electricians Need UGLYS - A MINI ELECTRICAL LIBRARY IN YOUR POCKET

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Episode 35 - Why Electricians Need UGLYS - A MINI ELECTRICAL LIBRARY IN YOUR POCKET

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5 жыл бұрын

Ugly's manuals are time-tested technician approved. Every electrician should have an Ugly's manual with them on every job site they're on, let's talk about some examples as to why.
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Ugly's is an electrical field-reference book that every electrician should have on their jobs. It has so many useful diagrams, schematics, code articles, terms, math and much more. Rather than lugging around a huge 800-page codebook around with you everywhere, you can keep your Ugly's book in your tool pouch or in your pocket when you're on job sites.
Some examples of where you'd use Ugly's are:
SIZING MOTOR CONDUCTORS
You can use the FLC charts in the NEC, or just pull out your Ugly's manual. Ugly's has the FLC charts on single-pages back to back and if you tab the book like I do, they're easily accessible. Say we have a 208v 3-phase 10-horsepower motor on a job, and we need to figure out the current draw so we can decide what conductors to run to it. We'd open up the 3-phase FLC chart, look up 10HP, move over to the 208v column and find that this motor will draw 30.8-amps. Now we have our current and can start to figure out other factors that the motor may have to size the conductors or overcurrent-protection device.
SIZING EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
We can use Ugly's to size EGC's as well. We'd simply open the manual to the page labeled "Minimum Size Equipment Grounding Conductors For Grounding Raceway and Equipment." If we have a 100-amp breaker ahead of the piece of equipment, we look at the column to the left and choose 100-amps. Then we move over to the Copper column and see that this piece of equipment should have a #8 grounding conductor run to it.
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@gannong1 5 жыл бұрын

You are really doing the community a great service! Keep it going...thx

@JD10101-_- 3 жыл бұрын

not my chair, not my problem

@lastking2925 3 жыл бұрын

Bro I just wanna give you a big thank you from the whole community I’m an apprentice and not every Master electrician has the time nor the Patience to explain everything in detail like you do in your videos, it’s all coming together in my head and I love learning something new everyday thanks to U! Blessings brothers keep it up!

@pleasedontpickonme42 5 жыл бұрын

1:13 And I thought I was already in love with this channel, perfect reference! Also, I'm in Pre-Apprenticeship classes rn, and Ugly's booklets are the very first and most important thing we got as a class. I cannot stress how handy this book has been whenever I thought I forgot how to do something, just look in the book find what I forgot and continue on.

@HillbillyRednecking 5 жыл бұрын

I’m not even an electrician by trade and this book has helped me a ton!

@poeswanky4392 3 жыл бұрын

I just got accepted back into a second year apprentice after 5 years "break" of being involved with a crappy company. Went into medical for the last 5 years... now I'm going back into electrical. The way you explain things and just the referencing to the uglies book is amazing it got the old cobwebs out of the gears and start getting my mind going. I literally start this Monday and I am excited, thank you.

@charmando3164 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video man ! If you could you should show us what you keep tabbed personally on your ugly’s as a reference for us haha 👍

@scooob735 4 жыл бұрын

Yesss

@FromAnElectrician 3 жыл бұрын

5:24

@AmericanWireman 5 жыл бұрын

In all reality, I've never really looked at an uglys book, ive always just gave someone a call, thank you for reviewing this. I'm going to get one

@KevinCoop1 5 жыл бұрын

Dustin, Another awesome video. I too worked for a 48 state contractor from St. Louis. I used to give everyone in the design dept Uglys books. Another tool I handed out was SqD motor slide rules. They are extremely useful as well. Suggestion, you could do a video on calculating branch circuit loads, then applying the breaker and conductor sizing. This could then take you to sizing a sub panel based on the feeder calculations. Just a thought. Respectfully, Kevin

@AnonMemSoc 5 жыл бұрын

I second that

@blindsspecialist327 Жыл бұрын

I 3rd stamp it, no double stampies

@berzerked8059 5 жыл бұрын

I just wanna say how much I appreciate you. I bought a flip house and so far I have found a ton of weird do it yourself wiring. The bathroom was a switched neutral for one light and the way they wired it was wrong. and when I went to add another light your videos walked me through how to undo what they did to make it all work the way I wanted. Thanks for all the hard work!

@dtv1966 5 жыл бұрын

Great video,I love the uglys series. I have a request. Can you do a video on how to use a blueprint to do layouts?

@ryanb1874 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Comprehensive print showings. And applied to real world, need to learn, cannot rely on union s anymore...

@bigunone 5 жыл бұрын

I remember the first time I saw one, I was a new to the trade, straight out of a not very good trade school on an industrial job. I walked in on a discussion on how to wire 3 ways, these were all industrial guys with years of experience using contactors to control lights 3 ways were something some of them had never used, so they were all standing around with their Uglys out trying to figure it out. Newby walks in and tells them how to do it, dumb should have just told them I could do it, as they sent most of us home that afternoon because they were switching over to main power and the only guys who staid other than the power crew was the guys wiring the three ways. I bought one as soon as soon as I could find one, 22 years ago you had to know where to buy them as soon as I found one it went into my tool kit and there has been one there ever since. Reading the comments I see there is now an Ap hmm

@JohnWuWei 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2017 Uglys book! Definitely came in handy for referring to conduit bending and small charts from the NEC book.

@curryhopper188 5 жыл бұрын

This is the best advice I received a year and half ago and use it daily. This is a great video....

@yakventures9544 5 жыл бұрын

How about a video on how and what do tab in your uglys. I'm getting ready to take a test a d this would be helpful.

@KlynRae 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say Thank You!!!! You're information is making my professional life so much better!! I am an electrical estimator for a construction company after being a retail manager for over 20 years. It has been a struggle to cross into the electrical estimating field without ever doing anything electrical. Your materials videos, electrical theory, and how to install pieces is bringing it all together for me! You rock!!!! I love the videos; please keep them coming!!!!!

@Face2Face1987 5 жыл бұрын

Bro... This episode was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@jbone1014 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Ugly’s application, awesome tool. Thank you for the heads up on the NEC app brother, I just bought it👍

@rezynrogue1309 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, you are the best teacher at the school I go to for electrical technology. No lie, we literally have to watch your videos as every class. Cracks me up when they use your videos for "acting professional" and your language would make a sailor blush🤣

@leotexas3485 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for providing the info for these references! I didn’t know they existed in apps, nor did I think of searching for them in the App Store.

@Nick-vf3wf 5 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome. I've been bringing my huge code book lol. Don't forget to up size the flc by 125% if its continuous like he said in the video!

@davidelkins571 5 жыл бұрын

I had the 2014 version book but just got the 2017 app. Thanks for the info.

@christianwellens3530 5 жыл бұрын

Love the drinking outta cups cameo! 😂😂

@juniorbaez732 4 жыл бұрын

As an Apprentice. Starting off knowing nothing . I’m siked to learn the trade ! Thank you for all the info

@jamalcole1985 5 жыл бұрын

just took the IBEW local 195 apprentice test. Fingers crossed

@cecibeenatural4 5 жыл бұрын

I been had this book my school teacher told us about the book very useful in the field great video

@ProfessorMurray 7 ай бұрын

I completely agree, I use Ugly's as a supplemental textbook in my electrical course.

@parochial2356 2 жыл бұрын

This vid should be shown at all new Electrician classes.

@midnightrider8379 2 жыл бұрын

The lizards drinking out of cups reference was awsome

@danielhady3021 4 жыл бұрын

Gotta remember that if you are putting a lot of conductors in a conduit you need to de-rate the ampacity of conductors in said conduit. Knowing how to de-rate conductors is a good skill to have. Gotta consider the temp rating of termination points in equipment, ambient temp, and as I mentioned # of conductors in a conduit.

@selsp97 Жыл бұрын

A really good book for homeowner and anyone whom has had some residential electrical course

@chas7193 3 жыл бұрын

I've carried one for 20 yrs. they are the best

@spudatbattleaxe 5 жыл бұрын

One thing I’m very disappointed that it doesn’t have is a wire phase/ color to number chart for when it’s time to pull in wire to the panels. I was very surprised when I was looking through it that it didn’t have it as it’s definitely a reference that’s more used than some of the other things in there. I contacted uglys about it but didn’t get a response. Not that phasing takes a long time, but when you’re pulling in 5 or 6 circuits at a time and have 7 panels to pull into it makes it easier to be able to see instantly what colors you need to stack.

@kelkel3201 5 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this very much because you give example situations and illustrate when and how to use it:)

@armandocornejo7476 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man. I like the way you explain everything so clearly and simple. A coworker of mine suggested the Ugly’s book a long time ago. Keep one in my house and one in my toolbag. And I suggest it to the apprentices. Such an invaluable tool to have.

@alromero5685 5 жыл бұрын

I would definitely keep both the app and the book. Sometimes you go into places where you don't have signal. Just a thought.

@JsIsMsBsO 5 жыл бұрын

As a service tech I have this book in my van, but I found that I use the “Electrician’s Bible” app by Quky. It was a few bucks to by the full version, worth it!

@gogamog 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed the Electricians Bible app is very useful

@pmchamlee 3 жыл бұрын

Back in the day, the untouchable tool in my bag was my Ugly's!

@patrickgreen9486 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate everything I have learned from you. You are my new teacher Dust...

@jessehaviland6128 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Thanks for helping out the industry with your honesty and videos.

@arthurmiller8336 3 жыл бұрын

You are a great teacher you have a great way of explaining it to where I can understand it thank you so much you're very helpful

@markomorales34 4 жыл бұрын

Who ever dislikes these videos are something else 🤦🏽‍♂️ btw man you doing a great job... I’m studying by myself for the test to take at the end of the year ... you are my teacher thanks for these videos

@jamestoy426 2 жыл бұрын

Dustin love your channel as an HVAC tech this helps me keep up with my code . My school was really god when it came to electrical . I definitely want to get the uglys book thanks for the video

@samhitz945 5 жыл бұрын

Great work man! I hope someday we can find something like this book here in Russia))

@kurtiswinter6070 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Dustin! I have been watching your channel for quite some time now. I'm an electrician.. However reside in the United Kingdom. My interest in your channel is because eventually, I would like to come and work in America as an electrician. Therefore Watching your channel is a huge help understanding any differences in regulations or anything else. So thank you for your videos! One last question, are uk electricians common in the USA? Cheers!

@duenge 4 жыл бұрын

The International Fire Code was about the same size (thickness).....I bought a condensed cheat sheet similar to Ugly's....What a Joy!

@dannykapz 5 жыл бұрын

Pumping out 🔥 content! Thanks for all that you do

@renediaz5162 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for you time brother!

@jonathansileo706 Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 I remember that video with the lizard and the knots!!! Old school!

@richarddc77 4 жыл бұрын

Uglys book I been carrying around since day one. And have the app. Works great. I tell all the apprentices to buy an Uglys book.

@RobertLeBlancPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Get the Kindle version and you always have it on your phone, your tablet, your laptop, etc. and it's also easy to take screenshots of a page and share it when needed.

@johnbrown-cl6sj 8 ай бұрын

Great topic....Thanks for sharing!

@morelightpm457 3 жыл бұрын

Great book, always keep it handy on a job site or in the work truck

@jolyonwelsh9834 4 жыл бұрын

You set the amperage on your overload relay to the FLA on the motor's nameplate on your motor starter. Yes you size your conductors to the FLC in article 430.138 in the NEC. Correct me if I am wrong.

@truthbebold4009 4 жыл бұрын

I couldn't find that article (430.138).

@christopherescobar9565 5 жыл бұрын

I’m thankful you have these videos bro. Totally awesome 💪🏼💪🏼🙌🏼.

@noneyall2819 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir your are my number 1 go to electrician.

@charliebrown7686 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Dustin!!! You make learning electrical fun! Keep it up.

@juniorgonzalez2344 5 жыл бұрын

Any advice on what math skills to polish up before applying for an apprenticeship. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and inspiring me to become an Electrician. Truly grateful 🤙🏽

@robertcunningham1695 5 жыл бұрын

The math portion of the test I took at the JATC was like 8th/9th grade algebra. It's really not hard.

@juniorgonzalez2344 5 жыл бұрын

Robert Cunningham awesome, thanks for sharing. Appreciate it 🤙🏽

@robertcunningham1695 5 жыл бұрын

@@juniorgonzalez2344 for sure, good luck man

@juniorgonzalez2344 5 жыл бұрын

Robert Cunningham thanks brother !!

@mtownlonewolf7007 2 жыл бұрын

for instance when you calculate box fill for an easy example 12 conductors count as 2.25 meaning 12/2 = 5.50 meaning 3 12/2 wires (16.50) would create a box fill violation in an 18 cubic inch box if there was a device installed as well. The device = 2. So 16.50 + 2 > 18 cubic inch box... point being grounds dont count as conductors for fills or correct me if im wrong.

@HamiltonMechanical 5 жыл бұрын

the app is nice too! although not as much in it as the book, the calculators come in handy! So I use both :) lol But we are currently learning conduit bending in class so, I feel justified for using both haha.

@JuanCMejia14 3 жыл бұрын

I want to thank you so much I have been watching your videos nonstop. I want to get my electrical license I have learned so much from your videos. Again thank you. 💡 ⚡️

@johnstancliff7328 3 жыл бұрын

we didn't have those when I worked retail, I'll have to check them out!

@joer.giallanza1845 3 жыл бұрын

The 1st NEC I had was the same size as UGLYS. 1962......

@diySolarPowerFunWithRay 3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Do you have a video on calculating wire size for long wire runs?

@claudeesteves1234 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the presentation. great content!

@eyeofbeholder1 3 жыл бұрын

Just when I thought these videos couldnt get any more helpful and fun. The lizard on acid reference is dropped. Lmao. Made my day!

@A.Good.Steward 4 жыл бұрын

I liked this for the lizard. Ugly's is dope too.

@mikepeters5785 2 жыл бұрын

You make great videos and content related to our trade. Keep up the great work. I do take offence to calling the 3rd and 4th year apprentices as wrench turners. I’m a 4th year, running mid 90s on all 3 years, and I can teach some journeymen on theory they’ve forgotten. I’m most definitely not a glorified wrench turner. I agree, 1st and 2nd year we were educated labourers to a certain degree, but 3rd and 4th, especially in the industrial trade, we are noteworthy electricians.

@jd3635 2 жыл бұрын

Hello I just wanted to say i really like your videos they are wicked helpful. I’m a brand new electrical apprentice in the union in Massachusetts. I was wondering if you can give me more insight into how to actually go about tabbing the uglys and where . I saw yours was tabbed and very easy to flip to and flip through and that’s what i need. Thanks for any and all help

@stevebuchanan5773 4 жыл бұрын

Those are great to have, I also tell any apprentice to read through the code book alittle everyday to get familiar with it sounds crazy but if you read over a few times you will surprised how much you remember. I mean it's the electrical bible we need to know it

@lucyfuir6386 3 жыл бұрын

I keep mine in my tool bag, the code book in my truck. It's way easier to use. Off subject a buddy of mine gave me a 1943 NEC that was his grandfather's.

@PiMotoTours 3 жыл бұрын

Ugly's APP recommendation=GOLD!

@wb5mgr 3 жыл бұрын

I guess this dates me, my first copy was $5 and after a year I had reinforced the cover with duck tape.

@anthonyyarnell2785 5 жыл бұрын

Again full of information, Thanks!

@AnonMemSoc 5 жыл бұрын

Have you tried circuit geek? It’s similar to uglys but waterproof. I found it at City electric supply

@tedcatino5593 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the grounding electrode conductor shouldn’t be larger than #6 copper. Only reason for it to be sized different if it runs continuous to water main unbroken?

@seanile 2 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought. The electrode is only to keep system neutral at the same potential as Earth, such as bleeding off lightning induced voltage, it is not meat to be a return path to the source so no need to be larger than #6.

@davidalcaraz6003 5 жыл бұрын

Always in my tool Box!

@MasterChief-sl9ro 5 жыл бұрын

You can pass the Electrician Journeyman test using that book. The first time. Just make sure you give it a page number in the code book..That an the NFPA 70 book. No electrician should be without them..

@bitTorrenter 4 жыл бұрын

Your UGLYS manual would the UK equivalent of the On-Site Guide.

@jonanderson5142 5 жыл бұрын

Another Great 👍 Video Dustin. Omaha Nebraska. AKA Anderson Electric Service . Retired.

@kpexx 5 жыл бұрын

Great video,very helpful i appreciate you taking the time to share all this exellent info..take care.

@wasimedoo7994 2 жыл бұрын

That little book have a lot of information

@stevek8617 5 жыл бұрын

Greta to see a channel for the trade. Keep up the good work on your way to be the next Mike Holt.

@spelunkerd 3 жыл бұрын

Regarding your example of equipment ground, my understanding is that you can share ground wires (only) between two circuits through a raceway. For example if you ran a 15A circuit and a 20A circuit in conduit, you could share the ground. If you do that, do you add the amperages of both circuits together to get the correct ground wire size from the table shown at 9:00? Or, since the ground would rarely be called on to carry short circuit current for both circuits at the same time, would you use the ground size for only the bigger of the two circuits?

@masonmartinez2276 5 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree could you please show us what you keep tabs on lol

@thirdayman 5 жыл бұрын

So when you did the 1 1/4 FMC with seven "conductors", isn't the equipment ground not counted as a conductor?

@benjaminkline4855 4 жыл бұрын

I think they changed it 40% fill and you have to count neutral and grounds

@joshuaarellano6600 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's what I've been told too, I'm not sure though

@mtownlonewolf7007 2 жыл бұрын

I didnt know a ground was a conductor. Good general knowledge to pass on though.

@polo_sheridan2869 4 жыл бұрын

I’m only 10 months into being a apprentice and I keep a ugly book in my Milwaukee tool backpack.

@BigmoRivera 2 жыл бұрын

Keep Up The Good Work 😉👍🏽⚡️📝📚

@Christopher-xr9hy 3 жыл бұрын

I literally just looked up the exact same question about how many number 12 g wires would fit in 3/4" EMT yesterday.what a weird coincidence.

@TacoDaddy-mr8ig Жыл бұрын

Hey bro, would u be willing to make a video on how to tab a 2017 ugly s book??

@noahdaugherty9365 8 ай бұрын

Can you do a video of the “ Ugly’s residential wiring”

@neogx148 5 жыл бұрын

Damn this was super useful thanks for the book recommendation

@jahnelss 4 жыл бұрын

I bought the app, so I hope u feel its comparable to the text book. They say it will automatically update with the code. Guess I'll find out in about 6 months.