October 15, 2021
By: Matt, Stone Electric Pty Ltd (RUNNING STREAM, Australia)
Comments
Has alot in a small book every electrician should have one!
Electrical Black Book
October 13, 2021
By: Doug, NPCR (Beverly, United States)
Comments
Excellent, handy resource. Like others have said, a larger version might be more appropriate for certain environments.
Pros
The breadth and depth of information.
Cons
Not really.
Awesome book!!!!
October 9, 2021
By: michael johnson, BHP (perth, Australia)
Comments
I really like the factual and straight forward layout of the book, I now have the whole trio
Pros
The grease proof pages and ring binder make it easy to open book right up and ensure the book lasts a lifetime
Cons
I thought this book came with a multi meter but couldn't find any promotional offer anywhere
Best Purchase
September 14, 2021
By: Rodney Winkle (New Castle, United States)
Comments
As someone just starting in the industry. this was a great purchase. This book is just loaded with tons of useful information and lots of references.
Pros
great info and references
Cons
would love to see this in a slightly bigger version
GREAT BOOK
August 9, 2021
By: D.R., FE Moran (Round Lake Beach, United States)
Comments
I design the Fire Protection for Power Plants and Refineries, this book has helped me a great deal.
Pros
It has almost everything you need to know about electrical codes
Cons
I think it needs to be triple the size.
Mr.
August 3, 2021
By: James Jones, MGNewell (Greensboro, United States)
Comments
Great book
Pros
This book has everything an electrician, or anyone that works in the electrical field. As the shop supervisor I have ordered a couple and intend on ordering more.
Cons
The only con I can think of is that the book is too small for what is contains, I would love to have a larger version.
Great Book
July 31, 2021
By: MB (Slingerlands NY , United States)
Comments
Great Book
Pros
Very sturdy and easy to read charts
Cons
None
Really good tool!
July 30, 2021
By: Daniel Langlois (Winter Haven, United States)
Comments
The book covers just about everything an electrician may have to "google" on the job, but doesn't require batteries or network connection
Pros
Well organized, the sticker tab page was a nice little surprise, like finding the toy at the bottom of the cereal box as a kid.
Cons
Paper a little thin, but to keep the book to pocket size, understandable.
Invaluable
July 22, 2021
By: Chuck , JLL (Vero beach, United States)
Comments
As a Building tech I have to know a little bit about all the trades to keep everything running smoothly. This book helps me be safe and knowledgeable about electrical work.
Pros
Sturdy book with textured pages
Cons
Not enough history and background.
Fantastic Book
July 12, 2021
By: Mark Bomboy, Oklahoma Historical Society (Newalla, United States)
Comments
This is a great book. I’m never quite sure what will come next with my job. So I’m always collecting reference books. This is a must have book if you’ll be doing anything electrical.
Pros
Everything is easily accessible. Personalization is simple with the included page tabs so you can find the pages you frequently use.
Cons
It could use a bit more info on circuits, like op amps and timers.
Good reference
June 29, 2021
By: Bryce Billing (Melbourne, Australia)
Comments
Good reference material
Pros
Great charts and reference material, references relevant sections of standards, seems to have everything you need
Cons
Could use a staggered index, rather than self applicated stickers which will get damaged.
Purchased in June 2021 and it still is not updated for new AS/NZS 3000:2018 standard, so all numbers need to be double checked, which is disappointing.
Electrical Black Book Review
June 13, 2021
By: Mitch M. (Greenville, United States)
Comments
Great little book. Have the Engineer version of the book as well and found them to be very useful.
Pros
-Information presented in an easy to read format
-Offers a wide variety of information
-Really appreciate the grease resist pages
Cons
-Wish they offered a larger hardback version of these books for desk use
Great refresher
June 4, 2021
By: Travis M Bell (Cuyahoga Falls, United States)
Comments
Pretty much everything you need to know outside of state/local regulations
Pros
Comprehensive, waterproof, comes with page markers
Great book lots of info
June 4, 2021
By: Terry Dennis (Twinsburg, United States)
Comments
There is a great book lots of information easy to use
Pros
Small easy to carry around simple to find the information
Cons
None
Electrical black book
June 3, 2021
By: Elijah Schell (Prescott, United States)
Comments
All around a fantastic reference book
Pros
Easy to navigate
Cons
Not conducive to starters.
Excellent Resource
June 1, 2021
By: Nick H (Bennet, United States)
Comments
Excellent quick reference for formulas and charts
Pros
Plethora of information
Handy size & well made
Cons
None that I can think of.
Plethora of knowledge
May 30, 2021
By: Barry Hann (San Jose, United States)
Comments
I have to say this book has shown me a bit of information I have not even thought about. But my opinion I would have added a few other topics, or it just Maybe a topic that would have its own book. Like the wire or cable casing materials, how to read the stamped code on the jacket. Possibly include pin-outs and bundle the color code identifications for wire/ cable and misc components.
Pros
All in all it's a outstanding put together book that puts a majority of Information one would need right in your palm.
Cons
As mentioned above, relating to my opinion.
Engineer
May 29, 2021
By: Edwin Cintrón, HS GROUP PR LLC (San Juan, PR, United States)
Comments
Exellent Quick Reference
Pros
Durable Construction
Cons
None
Comprehensive
May 2, 2021
By: Richter Alucard (Freeport, United States)
Comments
Everything I could need in a small reference package
Pros
A ton of info
Cons
None?
Just what I was looking for
April 13, 2021
By: Ken Cowell, K.D. Cowell & Associates (Mount Kuring-gai, Australia)
Comments
Has everything you want.
Easy to take with you
Pros
What more could you want
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book
April 3, 2021
By: Douglas Welsh (Perth, Australia)
Comments
Great book, packed with useful information and diagrams.
Pros
Excellent for on the job referencing
Cons
None
Great book
April 2, 2021
By: Damien (Edmonton, Australia)
Comments
Great book, great diagrams, everyone needs this book if they want to know anything about electronics and electrical.
Pros
Generally handy
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book 2nd USA Edition
March 23, 2021
By: Tommy Morrison, Huron Inc (Smith Creek, United States)
Comments
The information is excellent and the pages/book is well made.
Pros
Great material for reference from entry level to experienced.
Cons
Arrived damaged.
Electrical Black book
March 9, 2021
By: Logan Hobgood, PSK (Central city, United States)
Comments
Every electrician needs this book
Pros
The diagrams
Cons
Needs go add the different types of benders
Mr
March 6, 2021
By: Jack Grayson (Brisbane, Australia)
Comments
Great info, convenient and easy to use
Electrical theory
February 8, 2021
By: Quarter Sports (Halfmoon , United States)
Comments
Basics to troubleshooting, all in one source.
Better than UGLY’s
February 8, 2021
By: Eric Libby (Ridgewood, United States)
Comments
So much info I don’t know where to start. Love the colors, the diagrams, the charts, the history. It’s like the UGLY’s electrical book on crack. Definitely have been showing this to all my electrician friends and we all agree UGLY’s has some serious competition!
Pros
All of it.
Cons
Wish it would be updated every three years like the NEC.
Electrical Black Book
February 5, 2021
By: Mk, Lis Electric (Clinton, United States)
Comments
AWESOME BOOK. Use it every day BEST Electrical book that I have ever had and seen!
Pros
Very nice size durable pages that work for every job site!
Cons
NONE!!!,
Just as handy as the Engineers Black Book!
January 14, 2021
By: Jaco Du Plessis, ArcActive (Christchurch, New Zealand)
Comments
Book is very well constructed. Good quality and contains all the quick reference data that I need often. Found information that I did not even know that I needed!
Pros
Handy size and well protected for use in a workshop environment!
Cons
Having to apply the index tabs myself... but that speaks for my clumsiness, not the book or the quality.
Big Bad Black Book
January 12, 2021
By: M Bain (Sydney, Australia)
Comments
Great book
Pros
tones of information, easy to understand
Cons
page content tags are not pre fitted, i didnt do them too well
Amazing book
January 12, 2021
By: Justin Willis, Staff Management (Mansfield, United States)
Comments
Its awesome to have with you when you are working on electrical
Pros
An awesome book
Cons
Dont have any
Electrical Black Book
January 2, 2021
By: Andrew Nelson (Charlestown, Australia)
Comments
Very informative booklet, especially for apprentice Electricians. Inclusion of some basic digital circuits (e.g. AND, OR, XOR gates etc) and digital circuit analysis would be good.
Awesome book!
December 30, 2020
By: Mike (Houghton Lake , United States)
Comments
Great tool to add to your tool box!
Pros
Everything you need in one, portable, place.
Cons
None so far.
Finally
December 24, 2020
By: Andrew (Bendigo , Australia)
Comments
Finally all the info I need in such a well designed sturdy book
Can’t wait to get them all 😂
Pros
Hard wearing pages
Cons
None at all 👍
MAINT. TECH
December 21, 2020
By: John Sullivan, fort Dearborn, iNC (TYRONE, United States)
Comments
After 40 years in the trade it is finally in one place, Thanks You
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
Have not found one yet
electrical black book
December 13, 2020
By: BonZa (Frankston South, Australia)
Comments
an absolute "must" to carry in the tool box
Pros
clear and well laid out, plus it's written in a format that's easy to understand and covers every aspect the electrician needs to know, including an interesting history lesson at the beginning
Cons
none really, except when I purchased mine had to get it replaced as several pages were missing. must have been a binding error. so please check your copy as soon as receiving it!
Maintenance manager
November 30, 2020
By: Jamie (Kearney , United States)
Comments
Handy book to have at your fingertips
Pros
Easy to use, A lot of good information in this little book
Cons
Cant really think of a con
Good reference book
November 23, 2020
By: Taylor Lepage (Oakville, Canada)
Comments
Good book to reference many electrical knowledge.
Pros
A lot of information condensed
Cons
Could be more detailed in certain areas
Good Electrical Pocket Reference
November 8, 2020
By: Jemille Borja, Black Construction Corporation (Dededo, United States)
Comments
This is a good electrical pocketbook.
Pros
Everything is awesome and useful.
Cons
I would suggest to make the tabs color coded as well if possible.
Electrical black book
November 6, 2020
By: Georgia , Fmg (Perth, Australia)
Comments
Super handy for an apprentice just starting the trade
Pros
Easy access to all general information
Cons
No cons!
Great reference
November 2, 2020
By: Ben Anderson (Melbourne , Australia)
Comments
Great book for easy and quick reference when doing electrical work
Pros
Good size for the tool bag and lots of good info on standards that I have sometimes found hard to locate
Cons
Nothing
Electrical black book
October 16, 2020
By: Steve (Mernda, Australia)
Comments
Excellent layout, I have three books in the series and all are excellent reference material to have on hand.
Pros
Everything about them, who’ll expensive for the size, this is more than compensated for by the amount of information provided in such a compact package
Cons
Can’t say a bad thing about any of them!
Finally
October 6, 2020
By: Brandon, Denier Electric Co (Grove City, United States)
Comments
I don't know what makes UGLYS so popular but this book has everything I couldhope for in a little field reference book. Thanks for this awesome little book. I am so glad to finally get my hands on one.
Pros
Informative
Logical layout
Cons
Included tabs take away from visibility of the colored tabs in the book if you use the tabs like a normal book would
Excellent source of info
October 2, 2020
By: Nathan (Marian, Australia)
Comments
Excellent book with a large amount of handy info, great size for storing in the tool bag. Easy to find what you need. Good quality also.
Pros
All of the above.
Cons
none
knowledge
September 25, 2020
By: Shaine Rayner, SULO M.G.B (Somersby, Australia)
Comments
great book
Pros
easy to keep clean
Cons
needed to by the large print, makes it easier to read
Great Detailed Informative Book
September 7, 2020
By: Ryan Forbes (Fullerton, United States)
Comments
I’m so glad I purchased this reference book it has so much information it’s amazing I’m going to study until I learn and memorize the whole book
Pros
Information
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book
August 16, 2020
By: Daniel (OTOROHANGA , New Zealand)
Comments
Great book
Pros
Good reference for most things
Good book
August 12, 2020
By: Luke (Bundaberg, Australia)
Comments
Good book full of useful information
great info
July 12, 2020
By: al (levittown, United States)
Comments
alot of great info in one place
Very Handy
July 10, 2020
By: Ben (Urraween, Australia)
Comments
very handy to have around. so glad there is an Australian version.
Great Little Book
July 9, 2020
By: Ryan Kwiek, NAVFAC (Wahiawa, United States)
Comments
This book is very handy for quick reference! Very good information i use every day on the job.
Pros
small and descriptive
Cons
would like more NEC code references
Excellent Book
June 21, 2020
By: Jay Upton (Old Westbury, United States)
Comments
Came in handy, helped refresh the memory!
Pros
Helped remind me some of the old things from school
Good book
June 14, 2020
By: Jameka (Kansas City, United States)
Comments
Everything I needed in one place
Pros
Neat, organized, easy to read
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book Aus/NZ 2nd Ed
May 22, 2020
By: Luke (Mandurang South, Australia)
Comments
Good little book, will come in handy just like the other black books.
Pros
Covers just about everything
Cons
There’s a couple of minor mistakes (which may have already been pointed out &/or fixed):
RT equation on p57 (Thevenin’s Theorem) shows R2 as R1.
AWG example on p98 derives an answer of 5 AWG instead of 16 AWG.
Transformer configurations on p169 should be shown below the text.
Transformer voltage table on p170 lists some rarely encountered voltages (e.g. 208V, 2400V), but not 400/415V which is the standard three-phase voltage in Australia. The three-phase transformer current values seem to be wrong also (e.g. a 100kVA transformer is rated at ~140A per phase at 240V, not 241A).
Mr
April 29, 2020
By: Lupco Duleski (Cordeaux Heights , Australia)
Comments
Excellent pocket sized book on
electricity.
Pros
Small but full of information.
Thank you!
ELECTRICAL BLACK BOOK
April 27, 2020
By: Abdourahmane Diallo, TexTube (Houston, United States)
Comments
Overall I like the work that was done to come up with this material. However, your website says that the book come with a multimeter. Mine didn't come with it.
Pros
Excellent guide, amazing work, and quality of the paper, handy for anyone working in the field or plant.
Cons
The website or all review said it come with a multimeter,???
Brilliant little book for those in the trade
April 26, 2020
By: Sparky (Lamington, Australia)
Comments
Ripper little book to have around that covers a lot of basic topics. Found it a great resource and bought a couple to give to the apprentices as it covers some of those questions they probably aren't up to scratch with and feel embarrassed to ask.
Pros
-Great career steer for young apprentices/TAs/green sparkys
-Lot of niche things like conduit bends and lot of the basic stuff that trade school gives but you forget in time
-Additional resources (drill guides/conversion factors)
-Durable
Cons
-Limited motor theory but enough to get going, great skill for house bashers not exposed to it
-Would be a complete package if there was a basic fault-finding section for mine sparkys to rip into (surprising how many cannot diagnose simple RCD trips in domestic situations logically)
-Some filler material in there for sure
AS/NZS Second Edition
April 14, 2020
By: Liam (Perth, Australia)
Comments
Before purchasing the book I was a bit hesitant due to the price. However, since it was Australian specific I bit the bullet and picked up a copy and it is hands down the second-best book investment I have made after the NZS/AS 3008. I would love to see a desktop version in the future.
Pros
. Australian specific, with reference to other countries when relevant
. Alot of relevent laws, rules and formulas
Cons
. No reference to mandatory testing (that I can find)
ELECTRICAL BLACK BOOK 2ND EDITION (AUS)
April 8, 2020
By: Peter, Pack Tech Moulding Ltd (Rolleston, New Zealand)
Comments
Extremely handy and a reference I turn to constantly
Pros
Small and portable
Australian Edition
March 30, 2020
By: Stuart McKinnis (MANOR LAKES, Australia)
Comments
Excellent resource for the workshop or to keep in the toolbox.
Pros
Plenty of detail on a large range of topics.
Cons
Too small for my ageing eyes. I'll look forward to the large edition.
Machinery's Handbook of Electricity
March 7, 2020
By: John Kesl, Dippin Rings (New York, United States)
Comments
The Electrical Black Book is excellent. It's a must have reference for anyone dealing with electricity. Period. Much like the standard of reference for all things manufacturing The Machinery's Handbook, I'd consider the Electrical Black Book a definitive necessity for electrical reference as none of the information here, is as well compiled or presented elsewhere. The breath of the information compiled is also staggering. From connectors to motors to wire code to drill tap sizes, decimal equivalent and everything in between that's related to or incidental to electricity somehow....which is a lot of extra stuff. The only thing lacking is a listing of all Certification Agencies, such as Intertek, arguably one of the largest, is not listed, credibility aside, as a reference all agencies found on labels as certifiers of fitness should be mentioned.
-Missing some certification agencies such as Intertek (ETL), in the section that deals with such Agencies. Credibility aside all agencies should be listed as they are accredited and allowed to Certify a products fitness. ETL is used by OSHA and hence should at least have mention as well as explanation of difference between them and UL for instance.
Book
February 26, 2020
By: John, Ford Motor company (Lake View , United States)
Comments
Excellent book
Pros
Easy to read and navigate
Cons
None
Great book
February 15, 2020
By: Coire Ranger (Newnham, Australia)
Comments
Great book with lots of information in a easy to read format. Would recommend
Pros
Easy to navigate
Electrical Black Book 2nd Edition (AUS)
February 1, 2020
By: Ben (Munster, Australia)
Comments
Great Little Resource
Pros
Has useful Formulae and technical data
Cons
None.
The electricians bible
December 6, 2019
By: Travis Alcorta (Seminole, United States)
Comments
I use the black book for reference constantly. Ive lent it to many "helper" who wish to learn more.
Pros
Extremely helpful.
Cons
Small difficulty finding some topic in the index, only for the index to site the glossary definition of the topic I'm looking for.
Electrical Black Book 2nd Edition
September 18, 2019
By: Scott Rymer (Pomona, United States)
Comments
Excellent information! Very well organized! Loved the history lesson of electricity. This book is great for the entry level apprentice and a great reference guide for the seasoned electrician.
Pros
History, basic understanding, fundamentals, great charts, and great illistrations.
Cons
Would like to have seen some basic motor control diagrams and basic lighting diagrams.
Engineers Black Book -3rd Edition Metric
August 31, 2019
By: Johan Du Toit, Aral Electronics (Philippolis, South Africa)
Comments
I love the book.
Electrical Black Book -1st USA Edition
August 31, 2019
By: Johan Du Toit, Aral Electronics (Philippolis, South Africa)
Comments
I Love the book
Electrical Black Book
August 23, 2019
By: Tradesman (Muswellbrook , Australia)
Comments
Brilliant reference
Pros
Appropriate AS references
For future inclusion
August 18, 2019
By: Tim Jenkins (Liberty Grove, Australia)
Comments
a section on insulation resistance testing on circuts and motors would be fantatstic. would be 5 stars if this was included
Pros
size and cost are spot on , and the book itself is an excellent reference
Cons
i did not recive the wire stripping tool that the book states is meant to be included
A Great Buy
August 10, 2019
By: Paul Brady (Sutherland, Australia)
Comments
Very concise. Worth the money.
Pros
Compact
Electrical Black Book
August 6, 2019
By: Greg Wilson, Eco Services (Torrance, United States)
Comments
Well organized. Lighting information is a great reference tool.
Pros
Fits in pocket. Easy to keep clean.
Cons
None
Electrical book
July 31, 2019
By: Scott T, Mr. (Perth, Australia)
Comments
All the information required in a handy notepad.
Pros
Australian relevant data
Electrical Black Book Review
June 2, 2019
By: Paul Tucker (Murray Bridge, Australia)
Comments
Wonderful. A compact easy to use reference guide packed full of information.
Pros
Australian and NZ focused data.
Handy guide
March 14, 2019
By: Dave (North Tamworth, Australia)
Comments
Great guide. Good info
Pros
Colour pics. Handy size
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book
February 28, 2019
By: Wade (Crab Orchard, United States)
Comments
Great book with lots of info. Easy to use.
Pros
Very well constructed. Pictures of examples are in color.
Cons
None
Good reference
February 25, 2019
By: Alex (Bears Lagoon, Australia)
Comments
Love pocket form factor
Pros
Info included
Pocket size
Cons
I don't already know the info
electrical black book - great reference
December 26, 2018
By: Dave vojacek, metalcraft docks (chardon, United States)
Comments
very useful - informative book
Pros
easy to understand - color pictures + charts
Cons
none - except no free multimeter offered
Good
December 16, 2018
By: Stiven rodriguez, OTB (Lancaster , United States)
Comments
Good
Fantastic book
October 12, 2018
By: Jano van der Linde, CVSG (Buderim, Australia)
Comments
Fantastic for helping me on my apprenticeship.
Pros
Easy to navigate
Cons
None
Electrical
September 12, 2018
By: Russ Barrow (Newport , United States)
Comments
Info in a book that is the right size for the jobsite
Anything and everything that you can think of is in this book
Pros
Slip it in your pocket and you are good to go
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book 2nd Edition
September 6, 2018
By: Andrew Robertson (Blackburn, Australia)
Comments
Plenty of information presented concisely.
Pros
Gives quick reference.
Cons
I could do without some of the more basic information but this doesn’t detract from the book.
Electrical Blackbook
September 5, 2018
By: Robert Barrow, BrServices (Portage, United States)
Comments
Excellent Reference Book, never leave home without it
Pros
Tons of information
Cons
None
Excellent Resource
August 26, 2018
By: Joe Jordan (Mabank, United States)
Comments
Tons of information
Engineers Black Book 2nd Edition
June 12, 2018
By: David Llewellyn, Mr (halifax, United Kingdom)
Comments
A workshop must, a concise reference for toolshop engineers, designers.
Pros
Saves valuable time and reduces math errors when time is of a premium.
Cons
Would be good to have a section on 3d printing, many engineers are using this for prototyping.
Great Reference
June 4, 2018
By: Shaun (Richmond, New Zealand)
Comments
Good general info and great graphics
Great reference
May 8, 2018
By: Ray (Balmoral, Australia)
Comments
Great reference for all aspects of the trade
Pros
Brings back all of the lost information from when I did my trade
Cons
The company I purchased it from didn't pass on the free gift
Electrical Black Book
March 29, 2018
By: Michael Dupree, Gulf States Toyoyta (Sealy, United States)
Comments
Great reference book overall, has lots of visuals and tables that make your job very easy!
Pros
Love the wiring color code charts, plug & Sockets.
Cons
None that I can think of.
Great reference
February 9, 2018
By: Will (Apo, United States)
Comments
Great go to
Great book for an Electrical Engineer student!!!
January 22, 2018
By: Jonathan D. M. (Dover-Foxcroft , United States)
Comments
There is so much more information packed into this book than I thought could be packed into such a small size! It is definitely worth every penny I spent on it. I know that I will be referencing this book for years to come!! I will be getting the other Black Books in time.
Pros
Clear concise information in easy to understand format!!
Cons
I haven’t found any
Great info
December 27, 2017
By: Kirby ONeal, O'Neal Electric (Dublin, United States)
Comments
Such a great go to
Cons
None
Engineering technician
November 5, 2017
By: James Guffey, Bergstrom inc (Rockford , United States)
Comments
This is a Great Book
Pros
Like how it’s haves a little history, and the content of the book and how’s it made! Great book to have!!
Great reference
September 9, 2017
By: Harley Kontra, Bedrock Machine shop (Middle Point, United States)
Comments
Great fast reference on the fly, love this book
Pros
More info then uglys
Cons
None
Excellent reference guide
July 28, 2017
By: Michael Dupree , Gulf States Toyota (Sealy, Texas, United States)
Comments
This is an excellent reference manual with lots of diagrams and photos.
Pros
Easy to understand
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book
July 6, 2017
By: Ronnie Ezzell, Creative Elements (Goose Creek, United States)
Comments
Great tool to have in the toolbox
Electrical Black Book
June 7, 2017
By: M James (Troy, United States)
Comments
Nice format, contains much useful information.
Pros
Sturdy pages, good way to provide useful information.
Cons
Section tabs are a nice addition to book, but were not provided for all sections.
Electrical black book
May 11, 2017
By: William, BAB&F (Renton, United States)
Comments
I have used "UGLY'S Electrical references" for years. It has been an industry standard as a go to for information. After reviewing this "Electrical black book", I believe a new industry standard has been set!! This is by far the most comprehensive reference book I have ever come across.
Pros
The book paper will enable the book to be read for many years. Even when used in a shop environment. The colors used in the book greatly enhance the readability.
Cons
None
Electrical Black Book
April 13, 2017
By: Peter Schneider, Freshouse L.L.C. (Salisbury, United States)
Comments
a really usefull, handy book for quick references, better than using internet
Electrical Black Book
March 11, 2017
By: Benjamin Wood (Trempealeau, United States)
Comments
I'm going to school for electromechanical maintenance and I found this book, it's the perfect reference book to keep in my bag between school and work.
Pros
Small and very informative book, even comes with tabs to put on pages to quickly flip to a subject.
black book
March 6, 2017
By: chris, kc e (enid, United States)
Comments
Great reference book
Pros
Great for references for work in the field
Cons
Not an item allowed for testing for license
March 6, 2017
Response from: Hi Impact Supplies
H Chris, What state are you in? It is allowed to be used in the state of OREGON for all tests.
Comprehensive review
February 7, 2017
By: S.Harrison, NYC.DOE (Brooklyn , United States)
Comments
Comprehensive review
Pros
Detailed well written
Great for Students.
Excellent electrical reference book.
January 9, 2017
By: Jay Hoglund (Raymore, Missouri, United States)
Comments
Excellent Electrical Reference Book
Pros
Very compact book with a wealth of electrical information. This is the best electrical reference pocket book that I have seen in my 39 years in the business.
Fantastic Reference
November 30, 2016
By: Dan P (Bedford, United States)
Comments
Fantastic reference! Infinitely useful, even to those of us not "professional" electricians.
Pros
Will give anyone enough understanding of the basics to handle most anything that comes up day-to-day.
Cons
Copper ethernet pages have a few errors and some info that's probably about a decade (if not more) out of date -- but it's not wrong (just no one uses that stuff anymore).
Fantastic pocket reference
September 7, 2016
By: Paul Letner, Alabama Correctional Industries (Prattville, United States)
Comments
Great pocket reference! Very useful!
Pros
Compact size that you can carry anywhere!
Cons
None
Great Reference Book
August 27, 2016
By: Rob Wedge (Novato, United States)
Comments
Quality book with a wealth of important information.
Pros
None
Cons
Quality book with a wealth of important information.
Wealth of information
August 10, 2016
By: Tim Adams (Lewisburg, United States)
Comments
Great resource
Pros
Wealth of information
Cons
None found
Wealth of Knowledge
July 22, 2016
By: WL (ST LOUIS, United States)
Comments
Excellent source of a variety of information, that is handy to have for non-professionals who don't do this kind of work every day for a living.
Pros
Compact size with well protected and sturdy pages that can stand up to dirt, smudges, and wear and tear from normal usage in the field or in the shop.
Cons
First thing I noticed was the error in the resistor color code example given on the back cover of the 1st USA edition. (Hence the value.... Tolerance shows +/- 5%, instead of +/- 10%)
July 22, 2016
Response from: Hi Impact Supplies
Hi WL, thank you for pointing that out. The summary of the resistor cited at the top right of the back cover says " Hence the value of the above resistor is 153x1 = 153ohm Tolerance +/-5%, tolerance should instead be 10%. All noted and change has been made. Thank you
Wonderful Resource
July 1, 2016
By: Steven Page, City of Pasadena (Pasadena, United States)
Comments
This has already proven to be a useful resource for not only basic electrical work, but fundamentals of construction for electrical systems.
Pros
Well built, I'm not worried about keeping it clean or it tearing.
Informative product
January 7, 2016
By: Greg S. (Bullhead City, United States)
Comments
Are you human? If you answered yes then get this reference book. Being human one can only remember so much, and having a fast answer on a job site can go a long way!
Pros
Compact size, layout, spiral binding, all the info in general.
Cons
I honestly don't see any. This book is what it is and it works.
Awesome book!
December 22, 2015
By: M.Teele, Gorham Electric Inc. (El Paso, United States)
Comments
Lots of GREAT info packed into a small size book, must have for every journeyman!
Electrical Black book
November 23, 2015
By: Wes Pearson, Elizabethton Electric (Elizabethton, United States)
Comments
Great Book - Must Have
Pros
Very informative
Cons
None
Mr
November 5, 2015
By: Ronald (Shrewsbury , United States)
Comments
Very informative
Pros
Useful for beginners
Cons
Cost
Incredibly Useful!
August 6, 2015
By: Bret (Sault Ste Marie, United States)
Comments
I can see myself using this reference quite a bit. Well worth the price I paid. And the mini voltmeter will be tucked away as a backup. Thanks!
Pros
Laminated pages, colors help keep things organized, contains up to date codes and standards.
Cons
Text may be a bit small for people who cant see well. The copy of the book I bought wasnt bound properly. I had to remove the binding and redo it. Not a big deal, only took 5 min.
Good Book
July 7, 2015
By: james miller, Amtrak (Wilmington, United States)
Comments
Awesome and helpful. Well laid out and organized
Electrical black book
June 27, 2015
By: Bryan, Electrician (Tennessee, United States)
Comments
Very nice reference book
Pros
It's like the uglies on steroids. All color charts. Supplies references for nec codes. Nice rugged pages and can easily fit in the front pocket of your tool pouch.
Cons
None
Electrical black book
May 21, 2015
By: Mike (Salt Lake CIty, United States)
Comments
I think this book is great for a quick reference. The size also makes it very convenient.
Great electrical reference
May 21, 2015
By: Jim Smith, Orbitform (Jackson, United States)
Comments
A must have for electrical techs.
Pros
Much more information than similar reference books.
Cons
None.
Plant and facilites enginner
May 17, 2015
By: Edgar Fernández Castillo, Snecma America Engine Services (Queretaro, Mexico)
Comments
Excellent collection of technical charts
Pros
Technical documentation with an excellent size
Cons
Missing some sample calculation memory
this is the holy grail!
November 26, 2014
By: the nelson (melbourne, Australia)
Comments
This is a must for all sparkies, especially apprentices to have it nearby. I got given the engineers black book from an old friend and really like it, so I had a look online to see what else they had available and waited for the electrical edition to be released and bought it.
I liked it so much I bought the fasteners black book for myself and bought another copy of the electrical black book and sent it to my old mate! in return for what he 1st gave me.
I haven't spoken to him for a while, I hope he knows it was from me
Pros
It's easy to read/understand, has lots of information without going over the top e.g talking about the atoms and the molecular structure etc.), having the different sections make it good, the overall size is great, it's not like you have to carry a phone book around
Cons
I can't think of any or if I was to pick something minor probably about the sticky tabs, some can't be matched up with sections/chapters in the book or some sections/chapters don't have sticky tabs for them
Mr
November 25, 2014
By: Keith reck (Bundaberg, Australia)
Comments
Great books better than I was excepting
Every work shop should have them
Pros
Very detailed ,good for quick reference
All Three Books Are Great
November 24, 2014
By: Josh Bravenboer, Burkes TPT (Bathurst, Australia)
Comments
The Three Books are Great
so much information
and easy to use best purchase for my tool box so far
Pros
Easy layout and easy to find information
good size to read and store
Cons
the electrical black book could use a little more information on DC voltage formulas for automotive trade people
ELECTRICAL BLACK BOOK
November 23, 2014
By: jamie Hanning (Mackay, Australia)
Comments
Great book was a must have after the other 2 books
Pros
very detailed
Cons
need to get better reading glasses for the small wording
Australian Electrical Blackbook
November 22, 2014
By: M. Galea (QLD, Australia)
Comments
Great book.
Pros
Had it for 2 days and already used it to look up wire sizing recommendations.
Australia Edition Electrical Blackbook
November 20, 2014
By: Brian (Brisbane, Australia)
Comments
Great reference book. I have the other two and when this came out I knew I had to have it. Each blackbook is a must have, and this is like the others. Well set out, quality paper and easy to read. Not being American the imperial can seem surplus, but that system is still lingering around and making a nuisance of itself. Can't wait to see what comes next. Good memory jogger. I haven't had a chance to fully utilitise it at work as I rarely encounter any electrical systems, but flicking through it is far more informative than my uni book for electrical
Pros
Easy to use, small, free multimeter
Cons
Binding like the other black books can be fragile and catch on pockets too
Australian Electrical Black Book
November 19, 2014
By: Alan (Melbourne, Australia)
Comments
Great book, very handy and should be mandatory for all apprentices!
Only complaint is some of it's in imperial not metric (i.e steel conduit bending + other things) Maybe in the 2nd edition. But over all an outstanding bit of kit in the tool box for beginners & guru's. I bought 2! Would be great in an Android & iPhone app!
Pros
small, easy to understand, nice free multi-meter (keep that up!)
Cons
Some imperial references & measurements......Metric in Australia. But a great book!
Electrical Black Book Aus/Nz Edition
November 19, 2014
By: Glen Denning (Melbourne, Australia)
Comments
Awesome little all in one reference! Would recommend to anybody in an electrical trade.
Pros
Great content for when you need to jog your memory on some things that you may infrequently do, but need to know.
Cons
Only minor quibbles.
*Perhaps a bit more info on AC theory, like RMS etc.
*The index tabs although quick to access most things might need a little more refinement in their placement, ie tools could be consolidated into basics and LED, Fiber optics and Data cabling could be split perhaps.
Electrical Black Book
November 19, 2014
By: Dean (Lithgow, Australia)
Comments
Excellent book, worth the wait. I have now purchased a second one.
Pros
Easy to use, perfect for the tool box.
Cons
None
Electrical black book uses
November 19, 2014
By: Rudolph Naumann (Halls Head, Australia)
Comments
Very useful reference book for the everyday electrician
Pros
Very well laid out, high quality
Cons
Indexing could have been little more detailed
Fantastic
November 19, 2014
By: Darren Goddard (Hervey Bay, Australia)
Comments
The only issue i find is every one else wants to borrow it. Almost as helpful as a screw driver, no toolbox should be without one. I have purchased one for each of my employees in order to keep mine!!!!
Pros
All 3 books in the series are well thought out, and majorly useful
Cons
Cant make coffee
Electrical Black Book
November 19, 2014
By: Colin Mulligan, Thiess (Mackay, Australia)
Comments
I did my trade in electrical South Africa and having this high quality and durable "Electrical Black Book" has put the Australian standards in an easy understandable perspective.
Pros
Have the right metric standard on hand and no reason to convert SI units from Imperial etc., …
Cons
Only having one book , .... :(
Positive
September 26, 2014
By: Matt b (Perth, Australia)
Comments
The perfect book for some of those little things you tend to forget.
Pros
All the information that is provided in the book is extremely relevent and is presented in a clear and organized format. Hats off to the black book team.
Cons
None
best all around electrical guide
August 29, 2014
By: Mike Capan, Zodiac Aerospace (Lancaster, NY, United States)
Comments
Everything you could ask for and more
Pros
you name it its in there. conduit bending covered. not sure what bulb that is covered. not sure on a receptacle covered. forgot how to wire a 3 or 4 way switch covered
Cons
missing kitchen sink
Excellent purchase
August 25, 2014
By: Blake (Florence Alabama, United States)
Comments
I love this book i am in electronics technology class at a career tech school and this eliminates the need to hunt through 3 different textbooks to find one thing
Pros
Tells me everything i need to know
Cons
None
nice addition to my tool box
May 22, 2014
By: Kevin M Turner, BPI Packaging LLC (Memphis TN, United States)
Comments
An excellant purchase! Small enough to put in my bag for projects out of the shop but very durable.
Pros
Laminate pages are a plus,very informative,and handy! This book is a very welcomed addition to my tool box.
Cons
I havent found one yet.
For anyone and Everyone!
May 21, 2014
By: Bryan Hildreth (Muskegon, United States)
Comments
Great book especially if you don't know electrical very well. Easy to learn information and laid out very well. Bought to assist in machine design and build. Exceeded my expectations on what I thought I was purchasing.
Pros
Compact, very useful, easy to read, lots of information including lots of helpful tables and explanations of various terms and theory's. Best part was the multimeter gift!
Cons
Spiral bounding can be crushed cause trouble turning pages, doesn't belong at the bottom of a tool bag...
Useful to more than just electricians
May 21, 2014
By: Jason H, Thyssen Mining (Arlington, United States)
Comments
I am a field engineer on a mine site. This reference is invaluable for the trades as well as engineers. I use this reference on site as well as at home to make projects easier.
Pros
Well put together, thorough, good binding, love the spiral bind so the book lays flat.
Not just for electricians!
May 21, 2014
By: Michael Frechette, Third Dimension Drafting (Greene, United States)
Comments
Handiest of all for non-electricians needing a quick reference on the go!
