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6.3.11 Switchboard. A switchboard is a large single panel, frame, or assembly of panels on which are mounted
on the face, the back, or both, switches, overcurrent and other protective devices, buses, and instruments.
6.3.12 Switchgear group. A switchgear group is synonymous with the term switchboard; however, switchboard
groups may consist of two or more individual sections rather than all units being assembled together into a single
structure.
6.3.13 Vertical EPCP. A vertical EPCP is functionally similar to the desk type EPCP except that all necessary
instruments, controls, and indicating apparatus are mounted on vertical panels.
6.4 Qualification under referenced specifications. When any specification which forms a part of this
specification requires that the product be subjected to and pass qualification tests, only products which are qualified
for listing on the applicable Qualified Products List on the date of invitation for bids or date of initiation of purchase
action should be utilized. In the event that no Qualified Products List has been issued, the contractor should request
instruction as to what testing will be required to determine whether the product meets the requirements of this
specification.
6.5 Subject term (key word) listing.
Branch bus tap
Bus bar
Bus connection
Bus tie unit
Cable end terminal
Cable lug terminal
Circuit breaker
Compartmentation
Digital indicator
Distribution unit
Electric plant control console
Electric plant control panel
Electromagnetic interference
Emergency generator control
Fuse mounting
Generator control unit
Insulation distances
Load center
Main bus tap
Switch
Transformer
Ventilation
Voltage regulator
Wire and terminal marking
Wiring
6.6 Changes from previous issue. Marginal notations are not used in this revision to identify changes with
respect to the previous issue due to the extent of the changes.
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