Configurations

Electrical services are designated in the ED standards with the codes shown in Figure 5-3.
Explanation of electrical service descriptivecode. (click in image to see full-size image)
Figure 5-3. Explanation of electrical service descriptive code.
  • Schematic type refers to the wiring diagrams for electrical service Types A, C, D, or T from ED(6)
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  • Service voltage is typically either 120/240V or 240/480V single phase
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  • Disconnect rating is the amp rating of the main breaker. Type T services have no main breaker and are designated with 000.
  • SS is used if a safety switch ahead of the meter is required by the local electric provider. NS is used if a safety switch is not required.
  • The service enclosure may be made of galvanized steel (GS), stainless steel (SS), or aluminum (AL). GS enclosures are only allowed as called for in DMS-11082 through DMS-11084. GS is not allowed for Type A services or for custom-built C or D enclosures. All Type T services are galvanized steel (GS).
  • Enclosure mounted photocells (E) are mounted inside the service enclosure, positioned to receive light through a window. As an alternative, the photocell may be placed at the top of the service pole (T), or on each individual luminaire (L). Electrical services with no photocell are designated by (N).
  • The service support types GC, OC, TP, SP, and SF are specified by DMS-11080 and the ED standards. Types OT, EX, and TS are existing or are specified elsewhere in the plans. Pedestal services PS are specified by DMS-11080, DMS-11085, and ED(9).
  • Overhead services (OH) are fed from the electric utility to a weatherhead at the top of the pole. Underground services (UG) are fed from the electric utility through underground conduit into the bottom of the service equipment.