For the electricians-beginners: TN-C, TN-S, TN-C-S, TT and IT grounding systems

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24.07.15

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The article is worth reading to everyone who begins to learn electrical engineering, to dive into the specifics of it, and delve into the variety of grounding systems. The style of writing is simple and intuitive, so you won't have problems with understanding and you will easily get into the basics.

System TN-C

System TN-S

System TN-C-S

System TT

System IT

Summary of the article:

  1. Types of grounding: natural and artificial grounding. The main principle of dividing grounding into types is by what documents grounding is standardized. Explanation of code systems TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S, TT and IT.
  2. Varieties of artificial grounding systems. The main principles of each system.
  3. What does "dead-earthed neutral" and "isolated neutral" mean in contrast to grounding systems, what are the features of each system.
  4. Common mistakes at the connections.
  5. Importance of grounding,  why is it important to use grounding when using any system.

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