Electrical safety at home is a must for any family. Not only will it protect you from possible fires and keep property damage to a minimum, if not eliminate it all together, but you will also be safeguarding your life and the lives of your family. There has been a great interest in recent years…
Power distribution systems work to bring electric energy from the plant to the end consumer. This is done through large and complex networks that include cables, overhead lines, transformers, and other equipment. As electricity travels across this vast network, losses occur where energy is lost in the distribution network. If you compare the units of…
An outlet box is the termination point of wires or connections for electrical wiring or fitting. One basic principle that should already be observed is that wire connections should always be contained inside an outlet or electrical box. The same is true for switches and receptacles. Doing so prevents accidents resulting from damage to the…
LED lighting, which stands for light-emitting diode, has been touted as the optimal solution for anyone’s lighting needs. But while using LEDs do carry a lot of benefits and advantages, they may not always be the best solution in all circumstances. Traditionally, LED has been used for various purposes, such as for the colored indicator…
Electric shock and electrocution are always possibilities during the course of an electrician’s working life. And just as electricians are expected to know about all the factors that affect their business, whether it be construction, roofing, air conditioning and maintenance systems, etc., it is also a good idea for them to know what to do…
In practical application, transformers are used to deliver electric power from the power source or generators to the user. Transformers transfer electricity from one electrical circuit to another, through mutual electromagnetic induction. They work by increasing or decreasing alternating current voltage in circuits. Power of one voltage is transformed into the power of another voltage…
Regular or periodic electrical maintenance work is recommended for most residential, commercial and industrial facilities. There are a variety of reasons for this: to make sure that electrical equipment is well-maintained, and that repairs or upgrades are made whenever necessary. Periodic maintenance also enables you to catch any electrical issues or problems early, before the…
Nature will always, always remind us that we should never be complacent about our safety, and particularly not during storms and other natural disasters. A great number of electrical hazards may result from the effects of a storm: downed lines, floods, and electrical equipment getting wet, and of course, water and electricity make for a…
Also sometimes known as a surge protector, surge suppressor, or surge diverter, a surge protective device or SPD is designed to protect electrical devices or equipment from voltage spikes. If there is any unwanted voltage that goes past a certain threshold, the surge protector will block or short to ground the unwanted voltage. Having the…
Baseline testing may sometimes also be known as benchmark testing. It is performed on electrical equipment to test its performance and validate its specifications. The result of baseline testing yields a kind of benchmark against which future testing and equipment performance can be measured or compared. This enables a person to get a good idea…
