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FOREWORD
The Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) system is prescribed by MIL-STD 3007 and provides
planning, design, construction, sustainment, restoration, and modernization criteria, and applies
to the Military Departments, the Defense Agencies, and the DoD Field Activities in accordance
with USD(AT&L) Memorandum dated 29 May 2002. UFC will be used for all DoD projects and
work for other customers where appropriate. All construction outside of the United States is
also governed by Status of forces Agreements (SOFA), Host Nation Funded Construction
Agreements (HNFA), and in some instances, Bilateral Infrastructure Agreements (BIA.)
Therefore, the acquisition team must ensure compliance with the more stringent of the UFC, the
SOFA, the HNFA, and the BIA, as applicable.
UFC are living documents and will be periodically reviewed, updated, and made available to
users as part of the Services responsibility for providing technical criteria for military
construction. Headquarters, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (HQUSACE), Naval Facilities
Engineering Command (NAVFAC), and Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency (AFCESA) are
responsible for administration of the UFC system. Defense agencies should contact the
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AUTHORIZED BY:
______________________________________
DONALD L. BASHAM, P.E.
Chief, Engineering and Construction
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

______________________________________
DR. JAMES W WRIGHT, P.E.
Chief Engineer
Naval Facilities Engineering Command

______________________________________
KATHLEEN I. FERGUSON, P.E.
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DCS/Installations & Logistics
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CONTENTS
Page
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
Paragraph

1-1
1-2
1-2.1
1-2.2
1-2.3
1-2.4
1-3

APPENDIX A

PURPOSE AND SCOPE ....................................................... 1-1

APPLICABILITY..................................................................... 1-1
General Building Requirements ............................................. 1-1
Safety .................................................................................... 1-1
Fire Protection ....................................................................... 1-1
Antiterrorism/Force Protection ............................................... 1-1
REFERENCES ...................................................................... 1-2
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1-1
PURPOSE AND SCOPE. This UFC is comprised of two sections.
Chapter 1 introduces this UFC and provides a listing of references to other Tri-Service
documents closely related to the subject. Appendix A contains the full text copy of the
previously released Military Handbook (MIL-HDBK) on this subject. This UFC serves as
criteria until such time as the full text UFC is developed from the MIL-HDBK and other
sources.
This UFC provides general criteria for preliminary design considerations
for electrical engineering.
Note that this document does not constitute a detailed technical design,
maintenance or operations manual, and is issued as a general guide to the
considerations associated with design of economical, efficient and environmentally
acceptable heating plants.
1-2
APPLICABILITY. This UFC applies to all Navy service elements and
Navy contractors; Army service elements should use the references cited in paragraph
1-3 below; all other DoD agencies may use either document unless explicitly directed
otherwise.
1-2.1
GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS. All DoD facilities must comply
with UFC 1-200-01, Design: General Building Requirements. If any conflict occurs
between this UFC and UFC 1-200-01, the requirements of UFC 1-200-01 take
precedence.
1-2.2
SAFETY. All DoD facilities must comply with DODINST 6055.1 and
applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety and health
standards.
NOTE: All NAVY projects, must comply with OPNAVINST 5100.23 (series), Navy
Occupational Safety and Health Program Manual. The most recent publication in this
series can be accessed at the NAVFAC Safety web site:
www.navfac.navy.mil/safety/pub.htm. If any conflict occurs between this UFC and
OPNAVINST 5100.23, the requirements of OPNAVINST 5100.23 take precedence.
1-2.3
FIRE PROTECTION. All DoD facilities must comply with UFC 3-600-01,
Design: Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities. If any conflict occurs between this
UFC and UFC 3-600-01, the requirements of UFC 3-600-01 take precedence.
1-2.4
ANTITERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION. All DoD facilities must
comply with UFC 4-010-01, Design: DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for
Buildings. If any conflict occurs between this UFC and UFC 4-010-01, the requirements
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1-3
REFERENCES. The following Tri-Service publications have valuable
information on the subject of this UFC. When the full text UFC is developed for this
subject, applicable portions of these documents will be incorporated into the text. The
designer is encouraged to access and review these documents as well as the
references cited in Appendix A, MIL-HDBK 1004/1.
1.

US Army Corps of Engineers

Commander
USACE Publication Depot
ATTN: CEIM-IM-PD
2803 52nd Avenue
Hyattsville, MD 20781-1102
(301) 394-0081 fax: 0084

USACE TM 5-683
Facilities Engineering - Electrical Interior
Facilities
15 December 1995
USACE TM 5-684
Facilities Engineering - Electrical Exterior
Facilities
29 November 1996

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APPENDIX A
MIL-HDBK 1004/1
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

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MIL-HDBK-1004/1
30 MAY 1988
SUPERSEDING
DM-4.1
MARCH 1983

MILITARY HANDBOOK
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

AMSC N/A
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A.
UNLIMITED

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ABSTRACT
This handbook provides basic design guidance in the proper selection of
electric power sources and distribution systems. It was developed from
extensive reevaluation of facilities and is presented for use by experienced
architects and engineers. The contents cover electric power preliminary
design considerations such as preliminary data, estimation of loads,
selection of electric power source, uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
system design, installation of distribution systems, levels of distribution
voltage, grounding of distribution systems, and selection of distribution
systems.

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FOREWORD
This handbook has been developed from an evaluation of facilities in the
shore establishment, from surveys of the availability of new materials and
construction methods, and from selection of the best design practices of the
Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFACENGCOM), other Government
agencies, and the private sector. This handbook was prepared using, to the
maximum extent feasible, national professional society, association, and
institute standards. Deviations from this criteria, in the planning,
engineering, design, and construction of naval shore facilities, cannot be
made without prior approval of NAVFACENGCOMHQ Code 04.
Design cannot remain static any more than can the functions it serves or the
technologies it uses. Accordingly, recommendations for improvement are
encouraged and should be furnished to Commanding Officer, Chesapeake
Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Code 406, Washington Naval
Yard, Washington, DC 20374-2121, telephone (202) 433-3314.
THIS HANDBOOK SHALL NOT BE USED AS A REFERENCE DOCUMENT FOR PROCUREMENT OF
FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION. IT IS TO BE USED IN THE PURCHASE OF FACILITIES
ENGINEERING STUDIES AND DESIGN (FINAL PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND COST
ESTIMATES). DO NOT REFERENCE IT IN MILITARY OR FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS OR
OTHER PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS.

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN CRITERIA MANUALS

Criteria
Manual

Title

PA

MIL-HDBK-1004/1

Preliminary Design Considerations

CHESDIV

MIL-HDBK-1004/2

Power Distribution Systems

PACDIV

MIL-HDBK-1004/3

Switchgear and Relaying

CHESDIV

MIL-HDBK-1004/4

Electrical Utilization Systems

CHESDIV

4.05

400-Hertz Medium-Voltage
Conversion and Low-Voltage Systems

CHESDIV

MIL-HDBK-1004/6

Lightning Protection

CHESDIV

4.07

Wire Communication and Signal Systems

CHESDIV

4.09

Energy Monitoring and Control Systems (Army)

HDQTRS

NOTE:

Design manuals, when revised, will be converted to military

handbooks.
This handbook is issued to provide immediate guidance to the user.
However, it may or may not conform to format requirements of
MIL-HDBK-1006/3 and will be corrected on the next update.

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CONTENTS
Page
Section 1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.8.1
1.8.2
1.8.3
1.8.4
1.8.5

PRELIMINARY DATA
Scope ..................................................1
Cancellation ...........................................1
Related Criteria .......................................1
Other Government Criteria Sources ......................1
Other Sources of Criteria ..............................1
Load Data ..............................................2
Load Analysis ..........................................2
Terminology ............................................2
Demand Factor ..........................................2
Coincidence Factor .....................................2
Diversity Factor .......................................2
Load Factor ............................................2
Maximum Demand .........................................2

Section 2
2.1
2.2
2.2.1
2.2.1.1
2.2.1.2
2.2.1.3
2.2.2
2.2.2.1
2.2.2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
2.3
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.2.1
2.3.2.2
2.3.2.3
2.3.2.4
2.3.2.5
2.3.2.6
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.3.5
2.3.6
2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.4.4

ESTIMATION OF LOADS
Preparation of Load Data ...............................3
Individual Loads .......................................3
Lighting ...............................................3
Small Appliance Loads ..................................3
Electric Power Loads ...................................3
System Loss ............................................3
Demand and Load Factors ...............................10
Guides for Demand Factors .............................10
Guides for Load Factors ...............................10
Load Growth ...........................................10
Emergency Loads .......................................17
Area Loads ............................................17
General Loads .........................................17
Coincidence Factor ....................................17
Relationships .........................................17
Selection .............................................17
Electric Power Consumption ............................17
Influencing Factors ...................................23
Individual Loads ......................................23
Groups of Loads or Areas ..............................23
Load Growth ...........................................23
System Losses .........................................23
Emergency Loads .......................................24
Expansion .............................................24
Activity Loads ........................................24
General Loads .........................................24
Coincidence Factor ....................................24
Load Growth ...........................................24
Expansion .............................................24

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Section 3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.4
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.5
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.4
3.5.5
3.5.5.1
3.5.5.2

SELECTION OF ELECTRIC POWER SOURCE

Policy ................................................25
Economic Factors ......................................25
Electric Power Sources ................................25
Primary ...............................................25
Standby ...............................................25
Emergency .............................................25
Uninterruptible (No-Break) Electric Power .............26
Acceptable Electric Power Sources .....................26
Primary ...............................................26
Standby ...............................................26
Emergency .............................................26
Uninterruptible (No-Break) Electric Power .............26
Purchased Electric Power Requirements .................26
Adequacy ..............................................27
Reliability ...........................................27
Rates .................................................27
Primary Service Right-of-Way ..........................27
Primary Substations ...................................28
Voltage ...............................................28
Economics .............................................

Section 4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.5.1
4.5.2
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.7
4.7.1
4.7.2
4.8
4.8.1
4.8.2
4.8.3
4.8.4
4.8.5
4.9
4.10
4.11
4.12
4.12.1
4.12.1
4.12.3
4.12.4
4.13

UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SYSTEMS

Requirements ..........................................29
Criteria ..............................................29
Power Load Categories .................................29
Definitions ...........................................30
Redundancy ............................................34
"Cold" Standby Redundant UPS System ...................34
Parallel Redundant UPS System .........................34
Electric Service and Bypass Connectors ................34
Electric Service Size .................................34
Maintenance Bypass Provisions .........................34
UPS Distribution System ...............................36
Critical Load Protection ..............................36
Critical Motor Loads ..................................36
Emergency Electric Power Source Requirements ..........36
Automatic Operation ...................................36
Paralleling ...........................................36
Starting and Maintenance Considerations ...............37
Service Configuration for Small Loads .................37
Battery Charging Restrictions .........................37
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Suppression ........37
UPS Battery ...........................................37
Remote Alarms .........................................37
UPS and Battery Room Requirements .....................37
Installation Considerations ...........................38
NEC, OSHA, and ANSI Requirements ......................38
Emergency Lighting Requirements .......................38
Telephone Requirements ................................38
Environmental Control .................................38

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Section 5
5.1
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.2
5.2.1
5.2.2

INSTALLATION OF DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Overhead Method .......................................39
General ...............................................39
Limitations ...........................................39
Underground Method ....................................39
Applications ..........................................39
Expansibility .........................................39

Section 6
6.1
6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.2.1
6.2.2.2
6.2.2.3
6.2.2.4
6.2.2.5

LEVELS OF DISTRIBUTION VOLTAGE

Criteria Coverage .....................................40
System Voltages .......................................40
Power Generated at Site ...............................40
Purchased Energy ......................................40
2,400 V System ........................................40
4,160 V System ........................................40
6,900 V System ........................................40
12,000 V to 13,800 V Systems ..........................40
15,000 V to 34,500 V Systems ..........................40

Section 7
7.1
7.2
7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3

GROUNDING OF DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

General Requirements ..................................41
Methods ...............................................41
Solid Grounding .......................................41
Resistance Grounding ..................................41
Reactance Grounding ...................................41

Section 8
8.1
8.2
8.2.1
8.2.2
8.2.3
8.2.4
8.2.5
8.2.6
8.2.7
8.2.8
8.2.8.1
8.2.8.2
8.2.8.3
8.2.9
8.2.10
8.2.11

SELECTION OF DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

Selection Factors .....................................42
Systems Available .....................................42
Conventional Simple-Radial Distribution System ........42
Modern Simple-Radial Distribution System ..............42
Modified Modern Simple-Radial Distribution System .....42
Loop Primary-Radial Distribution Type .................42
Banked Secondary-Radial Distribution System ...........42
Primary Selective-Radial Distribution System ..........42
Secondary Selective-Radial Distribution System ........49
Simple Network Distribution System ....................49
Network Protector .....................................49
Limitation ............................................49
Secondary Loops .......................................49
Simple Spot-Network Distribution System ...............52
Primary Selective Network Distribution System .........52
Primary Selective Spot-Network Distribution System ....52

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FIGURES
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Theoretical Relationship Between Load Factor and

Coincidence Factor at U.S. Naval Shore Establishments .......... 20
Typical Nonredundant Configuration (UPS) ........................32
Typical "Cold" Standby Redundant Configuration (UPS) ............33
Typical Parallel Redundant Configuration (UPS) ..................35
Conventional Simple-Radial Distribution System ..................43
Modern Simple-Radial Distribution System ........................44
Modified Modern Simple-Radial Distribution System ...............45
Loop Primary-Radial Distribution System .........................46
Banked Secondary-Radial Distribution System .....................47
Primary Selective-Radial Distribution System ....................48
Secondary Selective-Radial Distribution System ..................50
Simple Network Distribution System ..............................51
Simple Spot-Network Distribution System .........................53
Primary Selective Network Distribution System ...................54
Primary Selective Spot-Network Distribution System ..............55
TABLES

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Factors for Individual Facilities by Navy Category Code ..........4

Demand Factors for Specific Loads ...............................11
Annual Hours Use of Demand for Specific Loads ...................11
Academic Building (Code 171-10) Demand and
Load Factor Calculations ........................................12
Guides for Selection of Demand Factors ..........................13
Guides for Selection of Load Factors ............................15
Method of Calculating Coincident Peak Demand ....................18
Relationship Between Load Factor and Coincidence Factor .........21

BIBLIOGRAPHY ............................................................56
REFERENCES ..............................................................57

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Section 1:

PRELIMINARY DATA

1.1
Scope. This handbook provides the criteria necessary for the
proper selection of electric power sources and distribution systems. It
covers preliminary load estimating factors, electrical power sources, and
distribution systems.
1.2
Cancellation. This handbook cancels and supersedes DM-4.1,
Electrical Engineering Preliminary Design Considerations, of December l979,
and change dated 1 March 1983.
1.3
Load Data. Before specific electric power sources and distribution
systems can be considered, realistic preliminary load data must be compiled.
The expected electric power demand on intermediate substations, and on the
main electric power supply, shall be calculated from the connected load
layout by applying appropriate factors. Determine these factors by load
analysis and by combining loads progressively. To combine the loads, start
at the ends of the smallest feeders and work back to the electric power
source. Because all loads must be on a common kilowatt (kW) or kilovoltampere (kVA) basis, it is necessary to convert motor horsepower ratings to
input kilowatts or kilovolt-amperes before combining them with other loads
already expressed in those terms. Preliminary electric power load estimates
can be made by using the approximate value of one kilovolt-ampere of input
per horsepower (hp) at full load. Preliminary estimates of lighting loads
may be made by assuming watts per ft2 (m2) of building area.
1.4
Load Analysis. To determine appropriate load estimating factors,
using the tables and factors in this manual as guides analyze the
characteristics of each load. Consider items such as environmental
conditions of weather, geographical location, and working hours, as the
situation dictates. Notice that when the load densities in w/ft2 (m2) are
used only in preliminary estimates, the demand and load factors will be used
in the final designs.
1.5
Terminology. Five terms are essential to the analysis of load
characteristics: demand factor, coincidence factor, diversity factor, and
maximum demand. These terms are defined in paras. 1.5.1 through 1.5.4.
1.5.1
Demand Factor. The demand factor is the ratio of the maximum
demand on a system to the total connected load of the system or
EQUATION:

Demand factor

Maximum demand load

Total load connected

(1)

1.5.2
Coincidence Factor. The coincidence factor is the ratio of the
maximum demand of a system, or part under consideration, to the sum of the
individual maximum demands of the subdivisions or
EQUATION:

Coincidence factor =

Maximum system demand

Sum of individual maximum demands

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1.5.3
Diversity Factor.
coincidence factor or
EQUATION:

The diversity factor is the reciprocal of the

Diversity factor

Sum of individual maximum demands

Maximum system demand

(3)

1.5.4
Load Factor. The load factor is the ratio of the average load over
a designated period of time, usually 1 year, to the maximum load occurring in
that period or
EQUATION:

Load factor

Average load

Maximum load

(4)

1.5.5
Maximum Demand. The maximum demand is the integrated demand for a
specified time interval, i.e., 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or other
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Section 2:
2.1
Preparation of Load Data.
steps such as:
a)

individual loads,

b)

area loads, and

c)

activity loads.

ESTIMATION OF LOADS
Load data are generally computed in

A particular design problem may be limited to step a), to steps a) and b), or
may encompass steps a), b), and c). This section outlines each step as a
separate entity, dependent only on previous steps for data. Paragraphs 2.2
through 2.4.4 describe the three loads.
2.2
Individual Loads. Individual loads are those with one incoming
service supplying utilization voltage to the premises. In general, these
loads would comprise single structures. Large structures could contain more
than one function; for example, aircraft operations, aircraft fire and rescue
stations, and photographic buildings. Under this condition, factors that
have been developed and keyed to Navy category codes (refer to Table 1) would
be used. In this case, the factors listed under Navy Category Code 141-40,
141-20, and 141-60, respectively, would be combined to obtain the total load.
2.2.1
Lighting. To eliminate lighting loads, divide a facility area into
its significant components by function (for example, office, storage,
mechanical, and corridor). Determine the average lighting level and type of
light source for each area. Consider requirements for supplementary lighting
(for example, floodlighting, security lighting, and special task lighting).
Preliminary load estimates may be made based on the following load
allowances:
a) 1 W/ft2 (10.76W/m2) for each 6 to 8 fc (60 to 80 dekalux) of
incandescent illumination.
b) 1 W/ft2 for each 15 to 20 fc (150 to 200 dekalux) of
fluorescent illumination.
c) 1 W/ft2 for each 12 to l8 fc (120 to l80 dekalux) of mercury
vapor illumination.
d) 1 W/ft2 for each 26 to 36 fc (260 to 360 dekalux) of metal
halide illumination.
e) 1 W/ft2 for each 33 to 54 fc (330 to 540 dekalux) of high
pressure sodium illumination.
2.2.1.1
Small Appliance Loads. Small appliance loads shall include those
served by general purpose receptacles. In general, the dividing of areas by
function for estimating lighting loads will serve for estimating small
appliance loads. The determination of loads requires not only a knowledge of
the function of an area, but to what extent its occupants use small
appliances. For example, an office area demand may average about 1 W/ft2
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Table 1
Factors for Individual Facilities by Navy Category Code (See Note 1)

DEMAND
LOAD
NAVY
FACTOR FACTOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
(%)
(%)

100
Operational and Training Facilities:
121
Aircraft fueling/dispensing facility . . . . . . . .40-60
16-20
122
Marine fuel dispensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-60
16-20
123 10
Filling station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-60
13-17
125 16
Miscellaneous POL pipeline facilities . . . . . . . .100
13-17
126
Liquid fueling and dispensing-other . . . . . . . . .40-60
3- 7
131
Communications - buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-65
70-75
131 40
Telephone exchange building . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-70
20-25
133 75
Air surveillance radar building . . . . . . . . . . .55-70
70-75
137 40
Port control office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-70
20-25
141 11
Air passenger terminal building . . . . . . . . . . .65-80
28-32
141 20
Aircraft fire and rescue station . . . . . . . . . .25-35
13-17
141 30
Aircraft line operations building . . . . . . . . . .65-80
24-28
141 40
Aircraft operations building *EXC 141-70* . . . . .65-80
28-32
141 60
Photographic building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-80
16-20
171 10
Academic instruction building . . . . . . . . . . . .40-60
22-26
171 20
Applied instruction building . . . . . . . . . . . .35-65
24-28
171 40
Drill Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-85
3- 7
200
Maintenance and Production Facilities:
211 05
Maintenance Hangar O/H space (high bay) . . . . . . .45-50
28-30
211 06
Maintenance Hangar - 01 space (crew equipment). . . .45-50
28-30
211 07
Maintenance Hangar - 02 space (administrative) . . .45-50
28-30
211 10
Aircraft overhaul and repair shop (NARF) . . . . . .32-38
25-30
211 12
Paint/finishing hangar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-75
25-27
211 20
Engine overhaul shop (NARF) . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-38
20-25
211 30
Aircraft/engine accessories overhaul shop (NAR) . . .32-38
25-30
211 75
Parachute/survival equipment . . . . . . . . . . . .60-65
23-28
211 81
Engine test cell (Non-NARF) . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-48
25-30
211 96
Maintenance, aircraft spares storage (MISC) . . . . .58-63
23-28
212 20
Missile equipment maintenance ship . . . . . . . . .35-40
15-20
213 10
Drydock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
0.5-1
214-10
Combat vehicle maintenance shop . . . . . . . . . . .55-65
20-25
214-20
Automobile vehicle maintenance - noncombat . . . . .55-65
20-25
215
Maintenance - weapons / spares . . . . . . . . . . .70-80
20-25
216 10
Ammunition rework and overhaul shop . . . . . . . . .35-40
18-22
216 20
Rocket rework and overhaul shop . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
18-22
216 30
Mines and depth charge rework shop . . . . . . . . .35-40
15-20
216 40
Torpedo shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-55
18-22
216 50
Special weapons shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
18-22
216 60
Quality evaluation laboratory . . . . . . . . . . . .55-65
22-27
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Factors for Individual Facilities by Navy Category Code[1]

DEMAND
LOAD
NAVY
FACTOR FACTOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
(%)
(%)

217
218
218
218
219
221
222
222
223
225
225
225
225
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
227
227
228
229
229
229
229
300
310
310
310
316
317
400
421
423
431
441
441
441
441
441

10
20
40
50
10
10
10
20
10
10
20
30
50
10
15
20
35
40
55
65
10
10
10
10
20
30
40
13
15
19
10
20

10
10
20
30
40
70

Electronics/communications maintenance shop . . . .

Construction/weight handling equipment shop . . . .
Railroad equipment shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Public works shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aircraft engine assembly plant . . . . . . . . . .
Missile assembly buildings . . . . . . . . . . . .
Missile handling launch equipment . . . . . . . . .
Fabrication/assembly building . . . . . . . . . . .
Small arms plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light gun (20mm/51n) plant . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heavy gun (6/161n) plant . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Launcher/projector plant . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bag charge filling plant . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Case filling plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Case overhaul tank repair facility . . . . . . . .
Major-caliber projectile loading plant . . . . . .
Medium-caliber projectile loading plant . . . . . .
Cast high explosives filling plant . . . . . . . .
Propellant and related chemical facility . . . . .
Radio and radar equipment plant . . . . . . . . . .
Sonar equipment plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parachute/survival equipment plant . . . . . . . .
Asphalt plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Concrete batching plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rock crusher plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sawmill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Research, Development, Test & Evaluation Facilities:
Chemistry and Toxicology Laboratory . . . . . . . .
Materials Laboratory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physics Laboratory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ammunition, explosives, and toxics laboratory . . .
Electrical and electronics systems laboratory . . .
Supply Facilities:
Ammunition storage installation . . . . . . . . . .
Ammunition storage-liquid propellant . . . . . . .
Cold storage warehouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General warehouse Navy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controlled humidity warehouse . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazardous/flammable storehouse . . . . . . . . . .
Underground storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disposal, salvage, scrap building . . . . . . . . .

1Demand factors include allowance for system loss.

.35-40
.35-45
.35-45
.55-65
.32-38
.32-38
.35-40
.35-40
.22-27
.15-20
.15-20
.16-21
.15-20
.62-67
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.30-40
.50-55
.50-55
.35-40
.75-80
.75-80
.75-80
.45-55

20-25
20-25
15-20
20-25
18-22
20-25
15-20
15-20
24-29
22-27
22-27
21-26
22-27
23-28
23-28
18-22
18-22
18-22
18-22
32-38
23-28
23-28
20-25
7-12
15-20
15-20
15-20

.70-80
.30-35
.70-80
.28-32
.20-30

22-28
27-32
22-28
20-25
3-7

.75-80
.75-80
.70-75
.75-80
.60-65
.75-80
.65-70
.35-40

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20-25
20-25
23-28
33-38
20-25
23-28
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Factors for Individual Facilities by Navy Category Code[1]

DEMAND
LOAD
NAVY
FACTOR FACTOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
(%)
(%)

500
510
530
540
550
600
610
620
700
711
712
714
721
721
721
721
721
722
723
723
723
724
724
724
724
730
730
730
730
730
730
730
730
730
730
730
730
730

Hospital-Medical Facilities:
10
20
10
10
10
10

10
11
12
13
30
40
10
20
30
40
11
12
22
30
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
67

Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laboratory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dental Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Administrative Facilities:
Administrative Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Administrative facility, underground . . . . . .
Housing and Community Facilities:
Family housing-dwellings . . . . . . . . . . . .
Substandard: Trailers-family housing . . . . . .
Detached garages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor enlisted quarters . . . . . . . . . . .
Bachelor enlisted quarters E5/E6 . . . . . . . .
Bachelor enlisted quarters E7/E9 . . . . . . . .
Civilian barracks GS 01/6 . . . . . . . . . . .
Disciplinary barracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detached dining facilities, enlisted men . . . .
Latrine, detached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laundry, detached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garage, detached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UOPH, W-1/O-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UOPH, O-3 and above . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Civilian quarters, GS-7/PLS . . . . . . . . . . .
Dining facility (attached) commissioned personnel
Fire station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Confinement facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Police station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gate/sentry house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enlisted personnel locker room . . . . . . . . .
Laundry/dry cleaning plant . . . . . . . . . . .
Dependent school - nursery school . . . . . . . .
Dependent school - kindergarten . . . . . . . . .
Dependent school - grade school . . . . . . . . .
Dependent school - high school . . . . . . . . .
Fallout shelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bus station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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.38-42
.32-37
.35-40
.45-50

45-50
20-25
18-23
20-23

. .50-65
. .50-65

20-35
35-40

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10-15
10-15
2-4
38-42
38-42
38-42
38-42
38-42
45-60
20-25
20-25
2-4
20-25
20-25
20-25
30-40
13-17
33-38
20-25
28-33
45-60
18-23
20-25
10-15
10-15
10-15
12-17
30-35
30-35

.60-70
.70-75
.40-50
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.30-35
.75-80
.30-35
.40-50
.40-50
.40-50
.40-50
.35-40
.25-35
.60-65
.48-53
.70-75
.30-35
.75-80
.30-35
.75-80
.75-80
.75-80
.65-70
.80-85
.80-85

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Factors for Individual Facilities by Navy Category Code[1]

DEMAND
LOAD
NAVY
FACTOR FACTOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
(%)
(%)

730
730
730
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
740
760
800
811
811
811
811
812
812
813
821
821
821
826
827

70
83
85
01
18
23
26
30
36
40
43
46
50
53
56
60
63
66
70
76
80
86
88
10
10
25
45
60
20
40
20
12
22
50
20
20

831 10
832
833
841
841

30
22
10
50

Decontamination facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80

Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-70
Post Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Exchange retail store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-70
Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Commissary including backup storage . . . . . . . . .55-60
Installation restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-75
Exchange auto repair station . . . . . . . . . . . .40-60
Hobby shop, art/crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-40
Bowling Alley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70-75
Gymnasium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70-75
Skating rink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70-75
Field house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Indoor swimming pool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-55
Commissioned officers' mess, open . . . . . . . . . .55-60
Enlisted personnel club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
Petty officers' mess, open . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
Mess open, E-7 through E-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Golf club house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Exchange installation warehouse . . . . . . . . . . .58-63
Educational services office . . . . . . . . . . . . .70-75
Museum/memorial building . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Utilities and Ground Improvements:
Electric power plant-diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-65
Electric power plant-steam . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-65
Electric power plant-gas turbine . . . . . . . . . .60-65
Standby generator plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
Street lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95-..
Perimeter/security lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . .80-85
Substation, more than 499 KV . . . . . . . . . . . .25-30
Fossil fuel heating plant - medium . . . . . . . . .55-60
Fossil fuel heating plant - large . . . . . . . . . .55-60
Non-nuclear steam plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-55
Chilled water plant 25/100 tons . . . . . . . . . . .60-70
Air conditioning-chilled water transmission/
distribution system - medium (25/100 tons) . . . . 60-70
Combination sewage and industrial waste
treatment plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-70
Sewage-industrial waste pumping station . . . . . . .55-60
Incinerator building and incinerator . . . . . . . .55-60
Water treatment facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-80
Wells-potable water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-80

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15-2
5-25
20-25
25-32
20-25
25-30
15-25
15-20
25-30
10-15
20-45
10-15
7-12
25-50
8-13
15-20
18-23
18-23
15-20
30-35
15-20
23-28
30-35
30-35
58-63
58-63
58-63
5-10
46-..
22-27
20-25
30-60
30-60
30-40
25-30
25-30
15-20
30-35
15-20
15-25
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Factors for individual Facilities By Navy Category Code[1]

DEMAND
LOAD
NAVY
FACTOR FACTOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
(%)
(%)

843 20
890 20
890 42
125 10
132 10

213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
213
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226
226

41
42
43
44
49
53
54
55
56
59
60
61
62
63
64
67

Fire protection pumping station . . . . . . . . . . Do not include

-operate for
test off peak.
Compressed air plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-50
25-30
Air-conditioning plant, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-70
25-30
Miscellaneous Operational and Training Facilities:
POL pipeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Antenna - communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95-..
46-..
Miscellaneous Facilities for Ship Repair and
Shipbuilding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ship repair shops:
Central tool shop - (06) (E). . . . . . . . . . . .32-37
23-28
Shipfitting shop - (11) (A) . . . . . . . . . . . .22-27
24-29
Sheet metal shop - (17) (B) . . . . . . . . . . . .10-15
15-20
Forge and heat treatment space (23) (F) . . . . . .25-30
13-18
Inside machine shop - (31) (G). . . . . . . . . . .16-21
21-26
Boiler making shop - (41) (D) . . . . . . . . . . .12-17
14-19
Electrical shop - (51) (M). . . . . . . . . . . . .33-38
20-25
Pipefitting shop - (56) (J) . . . . . . . . . . . .22-27
17-22
Woodworking shop - (64) (R) . . . . . . . . . . . .25-30
21-26
Abrasive blast facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-35
10-15
Paint and blasting shop - (71) (S). . . . . . . . .50-55
23-28
Riggers shop - (72) (T) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-55
20-25
Sail loft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
20-25
Foundry - (81) (K) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
22-27
Patternmaking shop - (94) (X) . . . . . . . . . . .28-33
12-17
Pumphouse, drydocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-80 0.1-0.2
Miscellaneous Facilities for Naval Ordnance
Manufacture:
Ammunition components building . . . . . . . . . . .15-20
20-25
Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-45
17-32
Explosive loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-70
25-30
Miscellaneous explosives storage and handling . . . .65-70
5-10
Assembly building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-50
20-25
Detonator building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-70
20-25
Pelleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-50
20-25
Plastic beading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
18-23
Sewing room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
25-30
Projective assembly breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
18-23
Machine shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-21
21-26
Phosphorous plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
25-30
TNT detonator (military) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
15-20
Ammunition tank box assembly . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
15-20
Box emptying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-40
15-20

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Factors for Individual Facilities by Navy Category Code1

DEMAND LOAD
NAVY
FACTOR FACTOR
CODE
Description
(%)
(%)

226
226
226
226

Plating maintenance . . . . . . . . . .
Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Segregation fleet return . . . . . . .
Plaster load . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluoroscope building . . . . . . . . .
Tank building rocket . . . . . . . . .
Hydrostatic test . . . . . . . . . . .
Phosphorous loading . . . . . . . . . .
226
Vacuum and hydraulic pump building . .
226
Cable drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
226
Dryer building . . . . . . . . . . . .
Miscellaneous Production Facilities:
229 50
Printing plant . . . . . . . . . . . .
Miscellaneous Storage Facilities:
750
Community Facilities - morale, welfare,
recreation - exterior . . . . . . . .

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.35-40
.40-45
.35-40
.35-40
.45-50
.40-45
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.35-40
.75-80

18-23
18-23
15-20
15-20
18-23
15-20
15-20
15-20
12-17
12-17
3- 8

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25-30

and
. . . . . . .Determine by
load count
and time.
750 30
Outdoor swimming pool installation . . . . . . . . .80-85
20-25
750 54
Band stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
15-25
Miscellaneous Facilities for Utilities and Ground
Improvements:
821 09
Heating plant building (condensate) . . . . . . . . .55-60
25-40
821 09
Heating plant building (heating) . . . . . . . . . .55-60
30-35
833 40
Garbage house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75-80
20-25
841
Potable water - supply/treatment/storage . . . . . .Determine by
load count
and time.
845 20
Pipeline nonpotable water . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55-60
3- 8
852 30
Pedestrian bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80-85
20-25
872 20
Guard and watch towers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80-..
46-..
890 20
Compressed air plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-65
20-25

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(10.76 W/m2), but could vary from a low of 0.5 W/ft2 (5.38 W/m2) to a
high of 1.5 W/ft2 (16 W/m2) depending on the specific tasks to be
performed. A minimum of 0.1 W/ft2 (1 W/m2) for auditoriums to a maximum
of 2.5 W/ft2 (27 W/m2) for machine shops is possible, although the upper
limit would occur very rarely. Mechanical spaces in building storage areas
and similar spaces in which outlets are provided but infrequently used are
usually neglected in computing loads, except for special cases.
2.2.1.2
Electric Power Loads. Electric power loads shall include all loads
other than lighting loads and those served by general purpose receptacles and
comprise the environmental system electric power requirements and the
facility occupancy equipment electric power requirements.
2.2.1.3
System Loss. A system loss of approximately 6 percent, based on
calculated maximum demand, should be added to the building load.
2.2.2
Demand and Load Factors. The demand and load factors for a
specific facility will vary with the division of load and hours of usage.
Refer to Tables 2 and 3 for values that can be applied to determine demand
and load factors. Table 4 is included as a guide and an aid in illustrating
the method of determining loads, which are calculated for a particular type
of building, such as an academic and general instruction building (Navy Code
171-10). The values given are empirical and will vary from activity to
activity, and may vary from one facility to another within an activity.
Annual hours use of demand must be determined for each case in accordance
with methods of operation and characteristics of the installation. Demand
factors and load factors for individual facilities by the Navy category code
given in Table 1 are based on a survey of existing Navy facilities and past
experience. Such factors should be used for quick estimating purposes and
as a check when a more precise calculation is undertaken (refer to Table 4).
2.2.2.1
Guides for Demand Factors.
factors, refer to Table 5.

For guides on the selection of demand

2.2.2.2
Guides for Load Factors. Guides for the selection of load factors
indicate the need for special considerations (refer to Table 6). Factors in
the middle of the range are for the average facility at the peacetime shore
establishment and should be used unless the guides in Table 6 indicate
otherwise.
2.2.3
Load Growth. Determine the requirements for load growth for
anticipated usage and life expectancy with particular attention to the
possibility of adding heavy loads in the form of air conditioning, electric
heating, electric data processing, and electronic communication equipment.
Before determining the size of service and method of distribution to a
facility, an economic analysis shall be made to determine the most feasible
way of serving this future load. This analysis shall include the effect on
the existing installation if future loads require reinforcing or
rehabilitation of the service system.

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Table 2
Demand Factors for Specific Loads (See Note 1)

ESTIMATED
QUICK
TYPES OF LOADS
RANGE OF
ESTIMATING
DEMAND FACTOR
DEMAND FACTOR
(%)
(%)

MOTORS:
General purpose, machine tool, cranes,
elevators, ventilation, compressors,
pumps, etc. ..............................
20 - 100
30
MOTORS:
Miscellaneous, fractional, and
small appliances .........................
10 - 50
25
Resistance ovens, heaters, and furnaces ....
80 - 100
80
Induction furnaces .........................
80 - 100
80
Lighting ...................................
65 - 100
75
Arc welders ................................
25 - 50
30
Resistance welders .........................
5 - 40
20
Air-conditioning equipment .................
60 - 100
70
Refrigeration compressors ..................
40 - 100
60

Note 1: Demand factors include allowance for system loss.

Table 3
Annual Hours of Demand Usage for Specific Loads

QUICK ESIMATING HOURS USE

TYPES OF LOADS
1-SHIFT
2-SHIFT
3-SHIFT
OPERATION
OPERATION OPERATION

MOTORS:
General purpose .......................
1,200
1,600
2,000
MOTORS:
Miscellaneous, fractional, and
small appliances ......................
1,500
1,800
2,100
Resistance ovens, heaters, and furnaces .
1,000
1,300
1,600
Induction furnaces ......................
900
1,200
1,500
Lighting ................................
2,200
2,800
3,500
Arc welders .............................
500
700
900
Resistance welders ......................
500
700
900
Air-conditioning equipment
Less than 1,500 cooling degree days ... 1,200
1,400
1,600
1,500 to 1,500 cooling degree days .... 1,600
1,800
2,000
More than 2,500 cooling degree days ... 2,200
2,500
2,800

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Table 4
Academic Building (Code 171-10) Demand and Load Factor Calculations
(See Note 1)

MOTORS

GENERAL
MISCELLANEOUS
FRACAIR
TIONAL
LIGHTING
CONDITOTAL
& SMALL
TIONING
APPLIANCES

1. Watts/square foot
1.0
1.0
2.7
4.5
9.2
(Watts/square meter)
10
10
26.5
45
91.5
2. Connected load
100 kw
100 kw
265 kw
450 kw
915 kw
3. Specific load demand
factor
30%
10%
75%
70%
4. Maximum demand load
(line 2 X line 3)
30 kw
10 kw
200 kw
315 kw
555 kw
5. Annual operating
(1-shift) usage
1,200 hrs 1,500 hrs 2,200 hrs
1600 hrs
6. Annual usage in
megawatt hours
(line 4 X line 5)
36
15
440
504
995
7. Demand factor
line 4
Formula =

60%
(1)
line 2
8.

Load factor

line 6
Formula =
(4)
line 4 X 8760 hrs

20%

Note 1:

Calculated for a 100,000 square-foot (10,000 square meter)

building.
See tables 2 and 3 for data used for lines 3 and 5
respectively. Load growth is included in connected load.
Maximum demand load includes allowance for system loss. For
this illustration, the coincidence factor occurring when
individual demand loads are added is considered to be 1.00 and
has not been shown.

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Table 5
Guides for Selection of Demand Factors

Selection of factors in upper half of

Selection of factors in lower half of
range for conditions described below
range for conditions described below

GENERAL GUIDES

Facilities in active use and

Facilities of intermittent use or
approaching maximum capacity.
not being fully utilized.
Loads predominantly lighting.
Motor loads made up of a number of
Loads predominantly heating.
independently operated small motors.
Loads dominated by one or two
Motor loads controlled automatically
large motors.
unless control depends upon
weather conditions.

OPERATIONAL AND TRAINING FACILITIES

Instruction buildings with little or

Large instruction buildings with
no electric equipment.
electrical demonstration and
Communications buildings with
training equipment.
telephonic equipment only.

MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCTION FACILITIES

Shops and facilities when engaged in

No special guides.
mass production of similar parts.

RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND TEST FACILITIES

Facilities used for repetitive

No special guides.
testing of material or equipment.

SUPPLY FACILITIES

Refrigerated warehouses in South.

Warehouses with many items of
Dehumidified warehouses in Mississippi
electric materials handling
Valley and along seacoasts.
equipment, including cranes and
Warehouses for active storage.
elevators.

HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL FACILITIES

No special guides.
No special guides.

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Table 5 (Continued)
Guides for Selection of Demand Factors
ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES

Large administrative buildings with

Casual offices, offices used
mechanical ventilation and air
infrequently by foremen and
conditioning.
supervisors, or offices in which
Note: Group large administrative
there is little prolonged desk
buildings separately only when
work.
administration is a significant
part of total activity load.

HOUSING AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES

Enlisted barracks at training centers. Food service facilities where load

Public quarters where less than 25
is primarily cooking and baking.
family units are involved.
Restaurants, exchanges, cafeterias,
and other food service facilities
when gas or steam is primary fuel.

UTILITIES AND GROUND IMPROVEMENTS

Central heating plants serving

No special guides.
extended areas and buildings.
Water pumping stations serving
extended areas or carrying most
of load of water systems.
Central station compressed air plants.

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Table 6
Guides for Selection of Loads Factors
Select factors in upper half of range
Select factors in lower half of
conditions described below
range for conditions described below

GENERAL GUIDES

Facilities operated on two or more

Facilities used intermittently.
shifts.
Inactive facilities.
Loads that are primarily fluorescent
Large motor loads when the load
or high intensity discharge lighting.
consists of relatively small
Many small independently operated
numbers of motors.
motors.
Wholesale-type service facilities.
Electronic equipment continuously
operated for immediate use.
Cooling and dehumidification loads
for year-round climate control in
southern climates.
Retail-type service loads and loads
that are in active use.

OPERATIONAL AND TRAINING FACILITIES

Large, permanent instruction

Special-purpose instruction and
buildings in active use.
training facilities not regularly
used.

MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCTION FACILITIES

Shops with battery charging

Welding loads or loads made up
equipment operated after hours.
primarily of welding equipment.
Active shops at full employment.
Job-order workshops.
Mass production shops.
Shops with large, heavy special
function machines.
Large induction or dielectric heating
loads.

RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND TEST FACILITIES

No special guides.
No special guides.

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Table 6 (Continued)
Guides for Selection of Loads Factors
SUPPLY FACILITIES

Refrigerated and dehumidified

Refrigerated warehouses in North.
warehouses in South or in humid
Warehouses with large materials
climates.
handling equipment loads.
Warehouses for active storage and
in continuous use.

HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL FACILITIES

Clinics and wards with daily

No special guides.
operating hours and in active use.

ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES

Large, active, well-lighted

No special guides.
offices with ventilation and
air-conditioning equipment.

HOUSING AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES

Navy exchanges with food service

Restaurants and exchanges serving
facilities.
only one meal a day.
Gymnasiums used in connection
Restaurants and exchanges with gas
or with physical therapy.
steam food preparation equipment.
Barracks at schools and training
Chapels used primarily on Sundays.
centers.
Subsistence buildings serving less
than four meals a day.
Laundries with dry cleaning plants.
Exchanges operated less than 8
hrs/day.
Gatehouses operated less than 24
hrs/day.

UTILITIES AND GROUND IMPROVEMENTS

Heating plants that supply both

Heating plants in South.
heating and process steam.
Water plants with little power load.
Air-conditioning plants for year-round
control of environment in South.
Compressed air plants consisting of
many banked compressors operating
automatically.

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2.2.4
Emergency Loads. The determination of emergency electric power
requirements is based on three types of loads (refer to Section 3 for types
of loads to be included in each category):
a)

minimum essential load,

b)

emergency load for vital operations, and

c)

uninterruptible (no-break) load.

When the three categories of emergency electric power requirements have been
ascertained, determine where local emergency facilities are required, where
loads may be grouped for centralized emergency facilities, and what loads are
satisfied by the reliability of the general system. Base the aforementioned
determinations on safety, reliability, and economy, in that order.
2.3
Area Loads. Area loads consist of groups of individual facility
loads served by a subdivision of the electric distribution system. The term
"area" applies to the next larger subdivision of an overall distribution
system. Demand loads for an area must be known for sizing the distribution
wiring and switching, and in a large installation will be required for the
design of substations serving the area. Table 7 gives an example of how the
coincident peak demand is calculated.
2.3.1
General Loads. To obtain the general load, add roadway lighting,
area lighting, obstruction lighting, and other loads not included in
individual facility loads.
2.3.2
Coincidence Factor. Determine the maximum expected demands, taking
into consideration whether loads within the area peak at the same or at
different times.
2.3.2.1
Relationships. Figure 1 indicates the relationship that exists
between the load factor of individual facility loads and the coincidence of
their peak demands with the peak demand of the group. This relationship was
developed by a study of the loads of selected naval shore activities and by
the application of factors developed to the formulas published by the
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). For collateral
reading on this subject, refer to IEEE Technical Paper 45-116
Coincidence-Factor Relationship of Electric Service Load Characteristics.
Table 8 is Figure 1 in tabular form with values shown to the nearest whole
dollar, except for low load factors.
2.3.2.2
Selection. Areas with relatively insignificant residential type
loads, where the load curve indicates that most of the electric power
consumed in the area is used during the 40 normal working hours of a week,
have coincidence factors at the higher end of the range.
2.3.2.3
Electric Power Consumption. In general, areas where large amounts
of electric power are consumed outside the usual 40 working hours a week have
a coincidence factor at the lower end of the range (examples are hospitals,
areas operated on two or more shifts, or large barracks type activities).
The upper limit of the range is for a 40 hour per week operation; the lower
limit is for a 60 hour per week operation.
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Table 7
Method of Calculating Coincident Peak Demand
Parenthesized () numbers refer to Notes

TOTAL
DEMND MAXIMUM LOAD COIN- COINCONNECT- FACTDEMAND FAC- CIDCIDNAVY
ED LOAD
OR
TOR
ENCE
ENCE
CODE
DESCRIPTION
FACPEAK
TOR
(kW)
(%)
(%)
(%)
(%)
(kW)

125 16
Fuel oil pump house..................................................
125 16
Fuel oil pump house..................................................
125 16
Total
0.3
100
0.3
52
52(1)
0.2
125
125
131
131
131
131

20
20
35
50
50
50

133 25
133 75
141 20
141 40
141
171
171
171
171
171

60
10
10
10
10
10

171 35
211 10
211 12
211 22
211 21
211 21
211 21
211 83
212 20
214
214
214
214
214

20
20
20
20
20

Filling station ......

3.0
60
1.8
18
57(1)
1.0
Filling station bldg .
0.3
80
0.2
20
61(1)
0.1
Receiver building
2.1
65
1.4
72
79
1.1
Transmitter building.................................................
Transmitter building.................................................
Total ..............
37.2
65
24.2
72
79
19.1
Tacan building .......
0.7
65
0.5
72
79
0.4
Radar building .......
1.2
70
0.8
72
79
0.6
Aircraft fire and
rescue station .....
8.0
30
2.4
15
52(1)
1.2
Aircraft operations
building ...........
80.2
80
64.2
28
68(1)
43.6
Photographic building
10.5
70
7.4
18
57(1)
4.2
Academic instruc. bldg..............................................
Academic instruc. bldg..............................................
Academic instruc. bldg..............................................
Academic instruc. bldg..............................................
Total
47
60
28.2
22
62(1)
17.5
Operational Trainer
facility ...........
0.1
80
0.1
15
52(1)
....
Aircraft overhaul
and repair shop ....
7,600
38
2,890
25
95(2)
2,745
Paint/finishing hangar
127
70
89.0
26
66(1)
58.3
Engine preparation
and storage shop....................................................
Engine maint. shop..................................................
Engine maint. shop..................................................
Total ..............
405
40
162
15
52(1)
84.2
Engine test cell .....
360
45
162
28
68(1)
110
Missile equipment
maint. shop ........
3.0
40
1.2
22
62(1)
0.7
Auto veh. maint. facs...............................................
Auto veh. maint. facs...............................................
Auto veh. maint. facs...............................................
Auto veh. maint. facs...............................................
Total
370
60
222
25
65(1)
145
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Table 7 (Continued)
Method of Calculating Coincident Peak Demand

730 10
Fire station .........
14.6
30
4.4
15
521
2.3
Total
3,325
System loss (6%)
194
Grand total
3,429

(1) The coincidence factor has been increased to allow for low load factor and
number of facilities in the area. Refer to para. 2.3.2.4, Influencing
Factors, of this handbook.
(2) The coincidence factor has been increased because of the relative
magnitude of the load. Refer to para. 2.3.2.5, Individual Loads, of this
handbook.

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Table 8
Relationship Between Load Factor and Coincidence Factor

COINCIDENCE FACTOR
COINCIDENCE FACTOR
(%)
(%)
LOAD
Loads (hr/wk)
LOAD
LOADS (hr/wk)
FACTOR

FACTOR

(%)
40
60
(%)
40
60

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43

2.5
7.5
12
17
21
25
28
32
35
38
41
44
46
49
51
53
54
56
57
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
69
69
70
70
71
71
71
71
72
72
72
72
72

1.5
4.5
8
11
14
17
20
22
24
26
29
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
51
53
54
55
56
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
64
65
65
65
66
66
66
67

51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
21

73
73
73
73
73
73
73
74
74
74
74
75
75
76
76
77
77
78
78
78
78
79
79
80
81
81
82
82
82
82
82
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93

69
70
70
70
71
71
71
71
72
72
72
73
73
74
74
75
75
76
76
77
77
78
78
79
80
80
81
81
81
82
82
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
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Table 8 (Continued)
Relationship Between Load Factor and Coincidence Factor

COINCIDENCE FACTOR
COINCIDENCE FACTOR
(%)
(%)
LOAD
Loads (hr/wk)
LOAD
LOADS (hr/wk)
FACTOR

FACTOR

(%)
40
60
(%)
40
60

44
45
46
47
48
49
50

73
73
73
73
73
73
73

67
67
67
68
68
69
69

94
95
96
97
98
99
100

94
95
96
97
98
99
100

94
95
96
97
98
99
100

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2.3.2.4
Influencing Factors. The number of individual loads in a group and
their load factors influence the individual load coincidence factor. The
coincidence factors in Table 8 apply for groups of l00 or more individual
loads. These coincidence factors can also be used for groups of as few as 30
to 50 individual loads if their load factor is 0.30 or greater. For areas of
fewer individual loads, the mathematical relationship from IEEE Technical
Paper 45-116 provides a basis for estimating the connected coincidence factor
as shown by the following equation:

2.3.2.5
Individual Loads. The coincidence factors in Table 8 are based on
the individual loads in a group being substantially the same size. If a
single load or small group of loads in an area represents a substantial
percentage of overall load, the coincidence factors as given in Table 8 will
no longer apply. With an individual load, increase the coincidence factor to
a value commensurate with its effect on the overall area load. This is not
in addition to, but in place of, the normal coincidence factor. Determine
this value by considering intergroup coincidence factors given in paragraph
2.3.2.6. (An example of facility Navy code 211-70 is presented in Table 7.)
For a small group, determine the coincidence peak load, and to this apply
the appropriate intergroup coincidence factor to obtain the coincidence peak
load for the area.
2.3.2.6
Groups of Loads or Areas. Where groups of loads within an area, or
areas within a facility are combined, an additional intergroup coincidence
factor will exist. For loads of a similar nature, the intergroup coincidence
factor should be in the range 0.93 to 1.00. If loads of a varying nature
(evening loads and daytime loads) are combined, the intergroup coincidence
factor should be in the range of 0.70 to 1.00. The lower values will occur
when the magnitudes of the loads are nearly balanced, and the higher ones
when the combined load is predominantly one type.
2.3.3
Load growth. In addition to planned expansion, increased
application of electric equipment will generate an increase in load. When
sizing components, such as transformers or feeders for the area system,
consider possible load growth in addition to that included in the
determination of individual loads.
2.3.4
demands.
demand.

System Losses. Add distribution system losses to estimated area

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2.3.5
Emergency Loads. Review the overall emergency requirements for the
area, based on criteria for the facility or as furnished by the using agency,
to determine the following:
a) The emergency loads that may be combined in groups to take
advantage of the coincidence factor.
b) The type of distribution system needed for reliability and to
economically satisfy at least the less critical emergency load requirements.
This reliability can be provided only if the source of electric power is not
the determining factor.
c) Area loads that must be added to individual emergency loads;
for example, security lighting and minimum roadway lighting.
2.3.6
Expansion. The planned development of the area, as shown on the
activity general development map, shall be considered for requirements of
future expansion.
2.4
Activity Loads. Activity loads are loads that consist of two or
more area loads served from a single electric power source and an integrated
distribution system.
2.4.1
General Loads. Follow the approach used in para. 2.3 for area
loads. Area loads used for determining activity coincidence demand should be
the area coincident demand exclusive of allowance for load growth.
2.4.2
Coincidence Factor. Refer to para. 2.3.2 for the necessary
approach. Where dissimilar areas, whether residential, administrative, or
industrial, are part of an activity, make a careful analysis of the
coincidence factor used.
2.4.3
Load Growth. As for an area, components should be sized after due
consideration has been given to load growth. Apply this increase to the
coincident demand of the activity.
2.4.4
Expansion. The planned development of the activity, as shown on
its general development map, shall be considered for requirements of future
expansion.

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Section 3:

SELECTION OF ELECTRIC POWER SOURCE

3.1
Policy. In electric power source selection, use the same criteria
employed for selection of electric power plants in NAVFAC DM-3, Mechanical
Engineering Series.
3.2
Economic Factors. Use the same criteria presented for economic
studies of electric generating plants in the NAVFAC DM-3 Series.
3.3
Electric Power Sources. The electric power supply for a major
shore activity usually will consist of three sources: primary, standby, and
emergency (alternate). In addition, some operations cannot tolerate any
electric power interruption, thus requiring uninterruptible power supply
(UPS) systems. MIL-HDBK-1190 Facility Planning and Design Guide, Chapter 7
under "Alternate Power Sources," indicates systems and functions authorized
to have alternate power sources and provides design criteria for such
alternate sources.
3.3.1
Primary. The primary or preferred source should have sufficient
capacity to provide for peak electric power demand during normal peacetime
operations.
3.3.2
Standby. The standby source should have enough capacity so that
the standby system can supply all of the minimum essential operating electric
load of the activity and, when added to the capacity of the primary source,
will provide a combined capacity sufficient to serve the estimated peak
demand under mobilization conditions. This "minimum essential operating
electric load" is the minimum electric power necessary to support the
absolutely essential operations of the activity, with illumination reduced
to a bare minimum and with all convenience loads and other loads (such as
hospital elevators, except the minimum required for patient and food
transportation) suspended. Where major intermittent loads, such as drydock
pumping, electric furnaces, electric welders, and wind tunnels, are
involved, it is necessary to determine whether concurrent operation of such
equipment can be avoided.
3.3.3
Emergency. The emergency sources, usually one or more
engine-driven, manual, or automatic-starting emergency generators, should
have sufficient total capacity to provide the electric power demand for vital
operations. Vital operations are those that can tolerate electric power
interruption only for relatively short durations. For certain operations,
the permissible electric power interruption is as long as 4 hours, for others
it is only l0 seconds. The latter condition will require automatic start
but the former condition may be manual start. The emergency source should be
of sufficient capacity to provide a continuous and adequate supply for vital
operations, but should be planned to bear a sound relation to the standby
service provided. Vital operations will normally be in two categories:
a)

Operations recognized by local, state, or national codes, and

b)

Operations determined as vital by the major claimant or user.

To qualify as a vital operation, the electric power outages must cause loss of
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primary missions, thus resulting in disastrous situations or extreme safety

hazards as compared to minor disruption and inconvenience. Such vital
operations may include, but are not necessarily limited to, communications,
ventilation, and lighting of combat operations centers, personnel bomb
shelters, anti-aircraft, harbor defenses, industrial processes that might
cause explosion if interrupted, hospital surgeries, blood banks, bone banks,
iron lungs, and similar operations.
3.3.4
Uninterruptible (No-Break) Electric Power. An Uninterruptible
Power Supply (UPS) system is necessary for certain electronic or other
equipment that perform a critical functions and require continuous,
disturbance-free electric power to operate properly. This electric power
system must, under all conditions, provide regulated electric power to the
critical load.
3.4
Acceptable Electric Power Sources. Electric power sources
acceptable for supplying shore facilities are given in paras. 3.4.1 through
3.4.4.
3.4.1
Primary. The primary source of electric power may be navy-owned
generating equipment or one or more feeders from an outside electric power
system.
3.4.2
Standby. Where the primary source of electric power is Navy-owned
generation, the standby source may be other Navy-owned generation or service
supplied over a feeder, or feeders, from an outside electric power supplier.
Where the primary source of electric power is from an outside electric power
supplier, the standby source may be Navy-owned generation or service supplied
over a feeder, or feeders, from a different outside electric power supplier
or supply from an alternate feeder from the same outside electric power
supplier. The alternate feeder must be located at some distance from the
normal feeder, and supplied independently of the substation and generating
source of the normal feeder. Where this is not feasible, a supply from
transmission lines or substations of the outside electric power supplier,
which themselves have dual supplies, is an acceptable alternative.
3.4.3
Emergency. Permanently installed, mobile or semimobile, manual or
automatic starting generating equipment should be provided to supply
emergency electric power. Emergency generating capacity should not exceed
the minimum required to supply electric power for vital operations, and
should be located as close to those loads as practicable. Provisions for
normal load growth (15 to 20 percent spare capacity) shall be provided. As a
minimum, the provisions of NFPA 110 Emergency and Standby Power Systems,
shall apply.
3.4.4
Uninterruptible (No-Break) Electric Power. Permanently installed,
automatically operated equipment should be provided to supply uninterruptible
electric power. Equipment capacity should not exceed the minimum required to
supply electric power for critical loads, and equipment should be located as
close to these loads as practicable. Provision for normal load growth (15 to
20 percent spare capacity) shall be provided.
3.5
Purchased Electric Power Requirements. In the selection of private
utility electric power supplies consider the factors in paras. 3.5.1 through
3.5.5.
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3.5.1
Adequacy. Determine the capability of the electric utility company
to furnish electric power, of the required characteristics, to meet the
immediate estimated demand. The capability of the utility to meet the demand
under mobilization conditions should be determined on the best basis
available. Ascertain whether or not the utility has enough construction in
its program to meet the loads anticipated for the next 5 years.
3.5.2
Reliability. Investigate the history of outages of the
contemplated utility company to determine if it can provide the degree of
reliability required by the particular installation. The investigation
shall include the following items:
a)

A 5-year history of service outages in the area, including:

(1) The time and date of each occurrence
(2) Duration, time, and date of each restoration
(3) Cause
(4) Steps taken to restore service and

(5) A probability analysis showing the expected number of

outages of 1 minute, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes, and 60 minutes.
b) A one-line diagram of the supplier's system, showing the
location of all switching equipment, circuit breakers, relaying, and similar
components.
c) A short circuit study of the system, including interrupting
capacities of all switching equipment, time constants, and short circuit
currents for both existing and expanded facilities in the area.
d) Voltage regulation, nominal voltage, and normal operating
voltage of supplier's facilities.
e) Climatic and other physical conditions prevailing in the area
and on the system that may affect the reliability of service. Some utilities
will only supply a minimum of data for items a) to c), and evaluation may be
necessary using data available from other military installations in the area.
3.5.3
Rates. To take advantage of the lowest available cost of electric
energy, compare electric energy rates with estimated maximum demand and
consumption. Compare the estimated demand block with prices per kilowatthour of other customers served by the same utility company. Choice of either
primary or secondary connection shall be based on selection of connection
charges and rental of company equipment that provide the maximum advantage to
the Government. An analysis of rates shall be based on the company's
complete tariff covering all types of services. This review will entail
comparison of several tariffs that are available on an alternative basis, as
well as the Contractor's general rules and regulations that modify the
tariffs.
3.5.4
Primary Service Right-of-Way. The supply company should provide
the right-of-way for all of its electric lines up to the Government property
(refer to MIL-HDBK-1004/2, Power Distribution Systems).
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3.5.5

Primary Substations

3.5.5.1
Voltage. A substation may not be required where the utility
company serves energy at 13.8 kV or less; distribution may be at this
voltage. In some cases, if the loads are large enough, distribution may be
done at higher voltage up to a maximum of 35 kV. Refer to Section 6 for
information on levels of distribution voltage, and MIL-HDBK-1004/2 for data
on substations.
3.5.5.2
Economics. Usually, ownership of main substations serving an
activity is determined by engineering and economic factors. Distribution
system voltages, as well as amortization costs of substations, should be the
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Section 4:

UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SYSTEMS

4.1
Requirements. Uninterruptible power system (UPS) will use
centrally-procured Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE). GFE includes the
UPS module and the UPS battery. The emergency generator is not normally
included as part of the GFE. Procurement of this equipment is beyond the
scope of this handbook. However, the installation of such equipment in
conjunction with auxiliary systems must be properly designed, which requires
an understanding of the specialized equipment and concepts involved. This
section covers the equipment installation criteria which, when integrated
with the individual project requirements, shall produce a safe, reliable,
and cost efficient design.
4.2
Criteria. The latest issues of the following documents shall be
used to ensure correct installation of the GFE equipment:
SUBJECT
SOURCE

UPS Module...................Manufacturer's installation instructions

Battery......................Manufacturer's installation instructions
Emergency Power..............IEEE 446, Recommended Practice for
Emergency Standby Power Systems and
DM-12.1, Electronic Facilities
Engineering
Environmental
considerations
(mechanical design)..........DM-3 and DM-12.1
4.3
Power Load Categories. Power load categories are illustrated in
Figure 4 of DM-12.1. The pertinent categories, listed below, are defined in
DM-12.1:
a)

Station load

b)

Nonoperational load

c)

Operational load

d)

Utility load ("nontechnical load")

e)

Electronic load ("technical load")

f)

Noncritical electronic load ("noncritical technical load")

g)

Critical electronic load ("critical technical load")

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4.4

Definitions.

The following definitions of terms shall apply:

a) Uninterruptible Power Supply System - An uninterruptible power

supply system consists of UPS equipment, backup power source(s), environmental
equipment, switchgear, and controls which together provide a reliable,
continuous quality electric power system.
b) Critical Electronic Load - The critical electronic load is that
part of the load that requires continuous quality electric power for its
successful operation.
c) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) - An uninterruptible power
supply (UPS) consists of one or more UPS modules, an energy storage battery,
and accessories as required to provide a reliable and high quality power
supply. The UPS isolates the load from the primary and emergency power
sources and, in the event of a power interruption, provides regulated power
to the critical load for a specified period depending on the battery
capacity. The battery normally has a 15-minute capacity when operating at
full load.
d) UPS Module - A UPS module is the static power conversion
portion of the UPS system and consists of a rectifier, an inverter, and
associated controls along with synchronizing, protective, and auxiliary
devices. UPS modules may be designed to operate either individually or in
parallel.
e) Nonredundant UPS Configuration. The nonredundant UPS
configuration consists of one UPS module with a static bypass circuit and a
battery, and a maintenance bypass cabinet. Upon failure of the UPS module,
the static bypass circuit automatically transfers the critical electronic
load to the primary or emergency source without an interruption to the load
(see Figure 2).
f) "Cold" Standby Redundant UPS Configuration. The "cold" standby
redundant UPS configuration consists of two independent nonredundant UPS
modules with a common battery. One UPS module operates on the line, and the
other UPS module is turned off. Should the operating UPS module fail, its
static bypass circuit will automatically transfer the critical electronic
load to the primary or emergency source without an interruption to the
critical load. The second UPS module is then manually energized and placed
in the bypass mode of operation. To transfer the critical load, external
make-before-break nonautomatic circuit breakers (or contactors) are operated
to place the load on the second UPS bypass circuit. Finally, the critical
electronic load is returned from the bypass to the second UPS module via the
static switch. The two UPS modules cannot operate in parallel; therefore, an
interlock circuit must be provided to prevent this condition (see Figure 3).
UPS modules are to be transferred to and from "cold" standby every three
months. The mode of operation is as follows:
(1) Transfer Circuit Interlock, External Bypass - The two
circuit breakers (or contactors) shall be nonautomatic and motor operated.
Transfer to and from one UPS to the other shall be a closed circuit
(make-before-break) transition and shall be possible only when both UPS's are
in the bypass mode of operation.
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(2) Transfer Circuit Operation - To transfer critical load from

UPS module No. 1 to UPS module No. 2, both modules are placed in the bypass
mode. The make-before-break nonautomatic circuit breakers are operated to
transfer the critical load to the bypass circuit of UPS module No. 2, after

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which the critical load is transferred to supply the inverter output. UPS
module No. 1 can then be completely isolated for maintenance or repair.
g) Parallel Redundant UPS Configuration. A parallel redundant UPS
configuration consists of two or more UPS modules with a system control
cabinet and a common battery. UPS modules operate in parallel, and the
system is capable of supplying the rated critical load upon failure of any
one UPS module. The failed UPS module will be disconnected from other UPS
modules without an interruption to the critical load (see Figure 4).
4.5
Redundancy. For facilities requiring UPS systems, a nonredundant
UPS system is satisfactory for most operations. The justification for the
added expense of either redundant system is given in paras 4.5.1 and 4.5.2.
4.5.1
"Cold" Standby Redundant UPS System. Provide a "cold" standby
redundant UPS system when the installation site is isolated and logistic
support is poor or when the primary electric power supply exhibits poor
reliability by experiencing more than four power interruptions per month or
when the primary electric power supply provides voltage or frequency
fluctuations which are beyond the limits permitted in MIL-HDBK-411, Long Haul
Communications (DCA) Power and Environmental Control for Physical Plant.
4.5.2
Parallel Redundant UPS System. Provide a parallel redundant UPS
system when the frequency of the primary electric power supply must be
converted to serve the critical load (that is, 50 Hz to 60 Hz, or 60 Hz to
400 Hz).
4.6
Electric Service and Bypass Connectors. Two separate electric
services, one to the UPS rectifier circuit and the other to the UPS bypass
circuit shall be provided. Where possible, they shall emanate from two
separate buses with the UPS bypass connected to the electronic (noncyclic)
bus and the rectifier connected to the utility (cyclic) bus. This connection
provides isolation of sensitive electronic loads from the effects of UPS
rectifier harmonic distortion and motor startup current inrush.
4.6.1
Electric Service Size. A UPS system is considered to be a
continuous type load, and service to both the rectifier and bypass circuits
should be sized in accordance with article 220 of the National Electric Code.
The required current for the rectifier circuit is calculated based on the
UPS output rating divided by the UPS efficiency and multiplied by a load
factor of 125 percent to take into account battery charging. The UPS bypass
circuit may be rated for less current since both UPS losses and battery
charging requirements need not be supplied.
4.6.2
Maintenance Bypass Provisions. To provide for maintenance of
equipment, bypass provisions are provided as follows:
a) For the non-redundant UPS unit, install an external bypass
switch in order to completely isolate the UPS unit (see Figure 2). This is
to enable testing of the UPS unit, including the static switch, with dummy
load without interruption to the critical bus.
b) Each module of the "cold" standby redundant UPS has the same
built-in bypass circuit provisions as the nonredundant UPS. Complete
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isolation of one UPS module (including its bypass) from the other module is
inherent in the "cold" standby redundant configuration (see Figure 3).
c) The parallel redundant UPS contains a built-in manual bypass
circuit in the control cabinet which will serve to isolate the UPS modules
during emergency conditions or maintenance. This manual bypass circuit
provides make-before-break switching and contains synchronizing provisions.
Where frequency conversion is provided by the UPS, a solid state frequency
conversion system or a motor-generator set will be required to bypass the UPS
module.
4.7
UPS Distribution System. The UPS system serves critical loads
only. Noncritical loads are served by separate distribution systems supplied
from either the electronic or utility bus as appropriate.
4.7.1
Critical Load Protection. Provide critical load panels with
current-limiting circuit breakers or fast acting fuses to shorten the
transient effects of undervoltages caused by load faults.
4.7.2
Critical Motor Loads. Due to the energy losses and the starting
current problem inherent in motor-generator sets, their connection to a UPS
bus should be limited to frequency-conversion applications only. Generally,
motor-generator sets shall be started on the UPS bypass circuit. However,
motor-generator sets may be started on the rectifier mode of operation under
the following conditions:
a) When rating of the motor-generator set is less than 5 percent
of the UPS rating.
b)

When reduced voltage starters are utilized for each motor load.

c) When more than one motor-generator set is connected to the

critical bus, each set must be energized sequentially rather than
simultaneously.
Solid state frequency conversion systems may be considered in lieu of
motor-generator sets.
4.8
Emergency Electric Power Source Requirements. The UPS system can
serve the critical electronic load continously during periods of normal
source electric power outage only if one or more emergency engine generators
are provided and sized to supply not only UPS equipment, but all necessary
auxiliary equipment such as lighting, ventilation, and air conditioning. The
emergency electric power source shall meet the criteria given in paras. 4.8.1
through 4.8.5.
4.8.1
Automatic Operation. The emergency generator(s) shall be automatic
start, automatic transfer-to-load upon normal electric power failure and
shall include provisions for automatic load shedding and load restoration
where required.
4.8.2
Paralleling. At a minimum, manual synchronizing of the emergency
generator(s) with the normal electric power source shall be provided. As an
alternative, automatic synchronizing of the emergency generator with the
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normal electric power source may be considered. If more than one generator
is installed, automatic paralleling capability should be provided. Parallel
operation of generators with the local commercial utility supply may require
the approval of the local utility company.
4.8.3
Starting and Maintenance Considerations. Controls shall allow
delay in starting the emergency generator(s) from l0 to 120 seconds (variable
to be set by the facility) to avoid cycling of the generator(s) during
momentary transients or outages of the normal electric power supply.
Controls should also provide a test position on generators to allow them to
be run for a set period until the temperature stabilizes (usually less than
30 minutes) for maintenance purposes. This procedure should be done once
every 2 weeks.
4.8.4
Service Configuration for Small Loads. For a small installation,
it may be economically and operationally feasible to have the same emergency
electric generator supply both the UPS equipment and any other essential
auxiliary system loads.
4.8.5
Battery Charging Restrictions. Do not provide for additional
battery charging requirements when sizing the emergency generator. The UPS
is provided with an automatic control which limits the battery charging
current to 3 percent of the output rating whenever the emergency generator
is furnishing power to the UPS unit and the UPS unit is providing rated
load.
4.9
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Suppression. Determine the
necessity for the UPS installation to conform with the EMI suppression
requirements of MIL-STD-461, Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics,
Requirements for Equipment. UPS equipment is not furnished with EMI
suppression provisions unless the facility is located on an EMI sensitive
site. Where EMI suppression is necessary for a specific installation, all
conductors shall be installed in threaded rigid steel conduit to meet EMI
suppression requirements.
4.10
UPS Battery. The GFE battery provided is a heavy duty industrial
unit of the lead calcium type having an ampere-hour rating sufficient to
supply the direct current to the inverter as covered by the manufacturer's
installation instructions. Battery racks are also GFE. The battery is
normally furnished with two-tier racks. Battery racks shall be grounded.
Seismic racks shall be provided where required.
4.11
Remote Alarms. The UPS equipment is supplied with a GFE remote
monitor panel to be installed in the operating space served by the UPS unit
or in another continuously occupied room, such as a guard office. Since UPS
equipment rooms are usually unattended, additional remote indicating devices
shall be provided to monitor the environmental control and fire alarm system
of UPS module and battery rooms.
4.12
UPS and Battery Room Requirements. The UPS modules and associated
battery shall be installed in separate rooms. Construction should be of
permanent type. The wall separating the UPS module room from the battery
room should be fireproof (1-hour rating). It is recommended that, where
practical, space be provided in the UPS module and battery rooms for the
addition of future UPS equipment. Additional design requirements are given
in paras. 4.12.1 through 4.12.4.
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4.12.1
Installation Considerations. Incorporate the UPS module and
battery manufacturer's installation instructions for weights, dimensions,
efficiency, and required clearances in the design. Special attention should
be given to floor loading for the battery room, entrance door dimensions for
installation of UPS modules, and ceiling height for clearance of necessary
environmental systems.
4.12.2
NEC, OSHA, and ANSI Requirements. Design the battery room in
accordance with Article 480 of the "National Electrical Code", OSHA, and ANSI
requirements. Provide emergency eyewash and shower facilities which, at
minimum, comply with OSHA and ANSI Z35.1-81 Emergency Eyewash and Shower
Equipment. Such facilities for emergency quick drenching of the eyes and
body shall be provided within 25 ft (7.5 m) of the work area.
4.12.3
Emergency Lighting Requirements. Provide emergency lighting units,
which meet the requirements of Federal Specification W-L-305, Light Set,
General Illumination in all UPS module and battery rooms.
4.12.4
Telephone Requirements.
UPS module room.

Provide a telephone in or adjacent to the

4.13
Environmental Control. Both the UPS module and battery room shall
be provided with an environmental control system to maintain the prescribed
inside room conditions. Each environmental control system shall consist of a
primary system with backup capability to support the uninterruptible
requirements of the electric power system. Upon failure of the primary
system, automatic transfer to the backup system shall occur and shall sound
an alarm indicating the need for maintenance. Design of these environmental
control systems shall be in accordance with DM-3 and DM-12.1.

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Section 5:
5.1

Overhead Method

5.1.1

General.

INSTALLATION OF DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

For details of overhead line design, refer to DM-4.2.

5.1.2
Limitations.
following locations:

The use of overhead lines shall be avoided in the

a) Electronics Facilities - For clearances of overhead electric

power lines from electronics facilities, refer to DM-12.1.
b) Airfields - The installation of overhead lines in airfield
clearance zones shall be avoided entirely. Regulations are imposed by the
Federal Aviation Administration and Naval Air Systems Command.
c) Loading Areas - Piers and loading areas where overhead cranes
operate shall be clear of aerial electric powerlines.
d) Industrial Areas - Congested industrial areas shall be clear of
aerial lines. Requirements for ammunition storage areas are given in MILHDBK-1004/6, Lightning Protection. In addition, NAVSEA OP-5, Ammunition
and Explosives Ashore, delineates restrictions concerning overhead line
service for magazine facilities.
5.2
Underground Method. If average conditions prevail, underground
construction and maintenance is more expensive than overhead installation.
Applications shall be limited to cases in which other factors besides
economics dictate. Examples of such factors have been indicated in
para. 5.1.2.
5.2.1
Applications. Underground electric power distribution systems are
normally more resistant to damage from severe atmospheric disturbances,
traffic, and simple forms of sabotage than overhead systems.
5.2.2
Expansibility. Growth is a factor of extreme importance in the
design of underground electric power systems. Spare capacity, as well as
provisions for the future crossing of roadways, runways, and taxiways, shall
be included in the design. Refer to MIL-HDBK-1004/2, Power Distribution
Systems, for details of underground construction design and criteria for
selection of draw-in or direct-burial systems.

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Section 6:

LEVELS OF DISTRIBUTION VOLTAGE

6.1
Criteria Coverage. Distribution systems that have a medium voltage
level of 2.4 to 35 kV are covered in this section except, that for 4.16 kV
and below 400 Hz distribution systems, the criteria appears in DM-4.05.
Systems in the utilization voltage level of 600 V and below are covered in
MIL-HDBK-1004/4, Electrical Utilization Systems. Generally, the majority of
systems supplying primary distribution voltages at naval activities are of
the 15 kV class or less. However, voltages above 15 kV may be encountered as
utility voltage supplying naval installations or as distribution voltages.
In each case of distribution design, evaluate the cost of individual
distribution components and energy losses, and adopt the most economical
voltage level from an overall point of view.
6.2
System Voltages.
purchased.

Electrical power may be generated at the site or

6.2.1
Power Generated at Site.
the site is contained in DM-3.

Criteria for electric power generated at

6.2.2
Purchased Energy. Where purchased electrical power is used, adopt
the most economical voltage, taking into consideration transformers,
switchgear, control equipment, and energy losses.
6.2.2.1
2,400 V System. Use a 2,400 V system where total capacity does not
exceed 5,000 kVA, but only when utility company service is at that voltage,
and where a predominantly motor load includes motors rated at 200 hp or more.
Where such motor conditions exist, use direct connection to motor starting
equipment.
6.2.2.2
4,160 V System. Use a 4,160 V system for maximum demands not
exceeding 7,500 kVA, but only when a utility company delivers electric power
at that voltage level. Switchgear and cable at 4,160 V will give a more
economical installation than one at 2,400 V. For loads including motors of
250 hp and over, and for groups of motors up to 7,000 kVA, the 4,160 V system
may be more economical than any other voltage level.
6.2.2.3
6,900 V System. Use 6,900 V system only where the utility company
delivers energy at this level or there are other special considerations.
6.2.2.4
12,000 V to 13,800 V Systems.
used for demands of 7,500 kVA and over.

These systems can be economically

6.2.2.5
15,000 V to 34,500 V Systems. These systems can be economically
used for demands of 20,000 kVA and over, especially when the distances
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Section 7:

GROUNDING OF DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

7.1
General Requirements. Distribution systems using equipment with
low impulse strength (for example, underground cables, dry-type transformers,
and rotating equipment) shall be effectively grounded to avoid surge
voltages. Each individual section of a circuit shall be grounded only once,
at the source side. This action helps to control ground fault currents and
to facilitate ground fault relaying. Detailed discussions of distribution
system grounding are covered in ANSI/IEEE Standard 142-1982: IEEE
Recommended Practice for Grounding Industrial and Commercial Power Systems,
and ANSI/IEEE Standard 141-1986: IEEE Recommended Practice for Electrical
Power Distribution for Industrial Plants.
7.2
Methods. The type and characteristics of a grounding device shall
limit the maximum line-to-ground fault current to the value of the threephase fault. Select a ground connection from the types given in paras. 7.2.1
through 7.2.3.
7.2.1
Solid Grounding. The solid grounding system shall be used for
automatic clearing of ground faults. Use only on secondary systems or where
impedance of transformers is included in the zero sequence current path.
This connection shall be avoided for grounding of generators where the zero
sequence or ground fault current at the generator terminals will exceed the
three-phase fault current for which the generator is braced. For additional
guidance on recommended practices and restrictions in applying this system
grounding connection, refer to ANSI/IEEE Standard 141-1986.
7.2.2
Resistance Grounding.
applicable for:

The resistance grounding system is

a)

automatic clearance of ground faults,

b)

limiting ground fault currents to safe values, and

c)

reducing mechanical stresses caused by ground fault currents.

This type of connection may be used on wye-connected generators and

transformers. For additional guidance on recommended practices and
restrictions in applying this system grounding connection, refer to ANSI/IEEE
Standard 141-1986.
7.2.3
to:

Reactance Grounding.

The reactance grounding system is applicable

a)

grounding generator systems and

b)

automatic clearing of ground faults.

When considering this type of grounding, remember that the available

ground-fault current should have a value of at least 25 percent of the
three-phase fault current in order to limit the transient overvoltages during
the clearing of ground faults. For additional guidance on recommended
practices and restrictions in applying this system grounding connection,
refer to ANSI/IEEE Standard 141-1986.
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Section 8:

SELECTION OF DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

8.1
Selection Factors. In selecting the distribution system, the
designer must consider load requirements, permissible voltage regulation,
reliability, flexibility, and life cycle cost.
8.2
Systems Available. The various systems recommended for use are for
medium-voltage distribution systems, unless noted otherwise, and are
described in paras. 8.2.1 through 8.2.11.
8.2.1
Conventional Simple-Radial Distribution System. The conventional
simple-radial distribution system (see Figure 5) requires minimum transformer
capacity, because it takes advantage of the total diversity among loads and
requires less space. The main disadvantages are low flexibility, poor
voltage regulation, and not much reliability because a simple fault in the
main bus may shut off service completely. Cable cost and energy losses are
high. The system should ordinarily be limited to l,000 kVA of maximum
demand and to a low-voltage distribution system.
8.2.2
Modern Simple-Radial Distribution System. The modern simple-radial
distribution system (see Figure 6) can be used for capacities in excess of
l,000 kVA. The length of low-voltage feeders is kept to a minimum, reducing
cable cost and energy losses. Size each transformer to handle the peak load
of the area served. The main inconvenience of this system is that a fault in
the primary circuit can shut off service to all transformers.
8.2.3
Modified Modern Simple-Radial Distribution System. The modified
modern simple-radial distribution system (see Figure 7) provides all the
advantages of the modern simple-radial type, but includes important
improvements in reliability. The initial cost, however, is higher.
8.2.4
Loop Primary-Radial Distribution Type. The loop primary-radial
distribution system (see Figure 8) has the same characteristics as the modern
simple-radial distribution type, but in addition provides a quicker
restoration of service in the event of primary feeder or transformer failure.
Advantages are lower installation costs and energy losses than those of any
of the distribution systems previously discussed.
8.2.5
Banked Secondary-Radial Distribution System. The banked
secondary-radial distribution system (see Figure 9) provides quick
restoration of service for the whole system after primary cable fault or
transformer failure. The secondary loop provides an emergency supply to
affected areas, equalizes loads on all transformers, permits taking
advantage of diversity among loads gaining transformers capacity, and allows
large motors to start across the line. In general, the secondary loop
provides greater flexibility, high efficiency, and good voltage regulation.
Short circuit contribution from all transformers connected in parallel within
the system should be taken into consideration.
8.2.6
Primary Selective-Radial Distribution System. The primary
selective-radial distribution system (see Figure 10) differs from the modern
simple-radial distribution type in that it uses two or more primary feeders

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instead of one, and provides each feeder with enough capacity to carry all
the load. The extra investment (that is, providing for alternate primary
feeders and selector switches) is compensated by the quick restoration of
service in the event of primary feeder failure.
8.2.7
Secondary Selective-Radial Distribution System. The secondary
selective-radial distribution system (see Figure 11) carries duplicate
feeders up to the secondary bus of the load centers, thus compensating for
any fault or malfunction in primary feeders or transformers. A common
configuration involves pairs of unit substations connected through a
normally open secondary tie circuit breaker. If the primary feeder or a
transformer fails, the main secondary circuit breaker on the affected
transformer is opened and the tie cirucit breaker closed. Operation may be
manual or automatic. Normally the stations operate as radial systems. With
the loss of one primary circuit or transformer, the total substation load
may be supplied by one feeder and one transformer. To allow for this
condition, one (or a combination) of the following alternatives are
applicable:
a) Oversizing the primary feeders and both transformers so that
one transformer can carry the total load.
b) Oversizing the primary feeders and providing forced-air cooling
to the transformer in service for the emergency period.
c)

Shedding nonessential load for emergency period.

d) Oversizing the primary feeders and using the temporary overload

capacity in the transformer and accepting the loss of transformer life.
DM 4.2 reads: ". . . Each transformer and its associated equipment shall be
capable of carrying the essential loads of both sections. In sizing the
transformers, take into consideration allowable overloading. . . ."
8.2.8
Simple Network Distribution System. A simple network distribution
system (see Figure 12) must be used for high-density, heavy, concentrated
loads. The main advantages of network distribution systems are continuity of
service under any kind of fault in the system, automatic clearing of faults,
flexibility and adaptability for shifting loads, and good voltage
characteristics.
8.2.8.1
Network Protector. The network protector supplies forward power
into the network, avoids any feedback into the primary line, and clears any
fault automatically.
8.2.8.2
Limitation. The main objection to the use of network systems is
the initial cost involved. Also, when secondary ties extend considerable
distances, the probability of faults occurring is greater.
8.2.8.3
Secondary Loops. The purpose and advantages of the secondary loop
are the same as those for the banked secondary-radial distribution type
(para. 8.2.5). The number of individual cable sets connecting load centers
will determine the reliability of the system. Install limiter lugs of the
cable size used at both ends of any secondary ties. The size of ties shall
be to supply all the load of any load center from one secondary tie.
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8.2.9
Simple Spot-Network Distribution System. The simple spot-network
distribution system (see Figure 13) should be used for installations that
have heavy loads concentrated in small areas and considerable distances
between such loads. This system has the inherent advantages of any network
system. The system is limited, however, because it is not provided with
secondary loops (refer to para. 8.2.8.3 for additional information).
8.2.10
Primary Selective Network Distribution System. The primary
selective distribution system (see Figure 14) should be used for industrial
applications in which heavy loads are evenly distributed. Each of the
primary feeders shall be capable of carrying the entire load. The primary
selective network distribution system provides continuity of service in the
event of one primary feeder or transformer failure.
8.2.11
Primary Selective Spot-Network Distribution System. The primary
selective spot-network distribution system (see Figure 15) provides the most
reliable form of electric power distribution. In the event of a primary
feeder failure, the transformers connected to the unfaulted primary feeder
can carry all the load for the short period of time that it takes to transfer
the other transformers to the unfaulted feeder. Each transformer need not
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BIBLIOGRAPHY
Documents of interest on Coincidence-Factor Relationships include:
Appendix B (Distribution of Diversity Benefits Under Maximum Noncoincident
Demand Methods) of Electric Utility Cost Allocation Manual available from the
National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, Washington, DC
20044.
Chapter Four of Operational Economics of Electrical Utilities by Constantine
Bary. Available from Columbia University Press, New York, NY 10025.
MIL-HDBK-419

Grounding, Bonding, and Shielding for Electronic

Equipment and Facilities

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REFERENCES
Government Publications
Government agencies may obtain copies of military specifications, military
standards, Federal Construction Guide Specifications, (FCGS) and Design
Manuals (DM) from the United States Naval Publications and Forms Center, 5801
Tabor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120, TWX: 710-670-1685, TELEX: 834295,
AUTOVON telephone number 422-3321.
Non-Government organizations may obtain copies of military specifications,
construction standards, and Federal Guide Specifications from the same
source; Non-Government copies of Design Manuals must be obtained from the
Superintendant of Documents, United States Government Printing Office,
Washington, DC 20402.
MIL-STD-461

Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics,

Requirements for Equipment

MIL-HDBK-411

Long Haul Communications (DCA) Power and

Environmental Control for Physical Plant

MIL-HDBK-1004/2

Power Distribution Systems

MIL-HDBK-1004/4

Electrical Utilization System

MIL-HDBK-1004/6

Lightning Protection

MIL-HDBK-1190

Facility Planning and Design Guide

DM-3

Mechanical Engineering Series

DM-12.1

Electronic Facilities Engineering

FCGS W-L-305

Light Set, General Illumination

NAVSEA OP-5

Ammunition and Explosives Ashore

OSHA 1926.403-1986

Battery Rooms and Battery Charging

Non-Government Publications
IEEE/ANSI Publications, Institute of Electrical And Electronics
Engineers, Inc., 345 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017.
ANSI

235.1-81

Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment

IEEE

45-116

Coincidence-Factor Relationship of Electric

Service Load Characteristics

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IEEE

141

Recommended Practice for Electric Power

Distribution for Industrial Plants

IEEE

142

Recommended Practice for Grounding Industrial

and Commercial Power Systems

IEEE

446-80

Recommended Practice for Emergency and Standby

Power Systems

C2-81

National Electrical Safety Code

IEEE Techinical Paper 45-116, Transactions of AIEE (now IEEE), 1945, Volume
64, page 623 to 628, Coincidence-Factor Relationship of Electric Service
Load Characteristics by Constantine Barry, is available as a reproduction
copy only, from the Engineering Societies Library, New York, NY 10017.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269.
NFPA No. 70

National Electric Code

NFPA No. 110

Emergency and Standby Power Systems

CUSTODIAN:
NAVY-YD

PREPARING ACTIVITY
NAVY-YD
PROJECT NO.
FACR 0231
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