Arc Flash Boundary Calculation Worksheet (PDF)
Free download · A4 (210 × 297mm) — fillable PDF
This A4 fillable PDF form guides you through an arc flash boundary calculation step by step. Fields include: system voltage, available fault current (kA), working distance (mm), electrode configuration (VCB/VCBB/HCB/VOA/HOA), gap between conductors (mm), arc duration (seconds), calculated incident energy (cal/cm²), arc flash boundary distance (mm), PPE category determination, and arc flash label data fields. Each field includes guidance notes referencing IEEE 1584-2018 methodology. Use this worksheet for manual calculations or as a data collection form before running the full calculation in ECalPro's arc flash calculator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fill this in digitally?
Yes. The PDF has fillable form fields. Open in Adobe Acrobat Reader (free), fill in, save, and print. Works on desktop and tablet.
Does this replace a full arc flash study?
No. This worksheet is for manual boundary calculations or data collection. Use ECalPro's arc flash calculator for full IEEE 1584-2018 compliant studies with automated electrode configuration selection.
What standard methodology does this follow?
The worksheet follows IEEE 1584-2018 calculation methodology with NFPA 70E PPE category assignments.
How often is this updated?
Updated when IEEE 1584 methodology or NFPA 70E PPE categories change. Current version reflects IEEE 1584-2018.