From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes a new title in his successful series of easy to understand yet thorough treatments of technical issues facing every boat owner. whether sail or power. Each volume is concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference.

Understanding Boat AC Power Systems covers the following major topics:

AC Power Safety
Shore Power Systems
Transformers
Shore Power Inverters
AC Circuit Protection Principles
AC Short Circuit
Selecting Protective Equipment
Cable Installation
Ground Leakage Protection
AC Machinery