The phrase represents a specific request: locating and acquiring a digital version of the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in Portable Document Format (PDF) without incurring any cost. It describes the act of obtaining a particular document according to certain parameters. For instance, a user might input this phrase into a search engine hoping to find a website hosting the described file.
Access to the specified resource can be crucial for electricians, engineers, contractors, and inspectors needing to understand and adhere to the established safety standards for electrical installations. The National Electrical Code is periodically updated, and using the 2017 edition provides a specific framework for compliance at that time. Acquiring it without cost lowers barriers to entry for those who may not have the budget for official publications. Historically, older editions of codes have been sought after for reference, educational purposes, or in jurisdictions that have not yet adopted the latest versions.
