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Have you ever stopped to consider the rating of the plug attached to your appliance? Is it the same as the rating of the device? What does it mean? Does the plug’s rating say anything about the...
Circuits have hot, ground, and neutral wires. The neutral wire is vital because it completes the circuit by taking the electric current back to the panel. The last thing you want is to burn the...
The ampacity is a measurement that shows you the maximum electrical current a conductor can continuously transmit. The ampacity takes conditions like the temperature and length into account. 50A is a...
People use power strips when they don’t have enough outlets in the vicinity of their appliances. However, while power strips can handle simple items like phone chargers and laptops, can they...
Smart meters are supposed to make life easier. They keep track of your energy consumption, providing accurate readings and enabling homeowners to reduce their heating expenditure. But because many...
Batteries are probably the most important asset in a home. They power everything from remotes and toys to flashlights and radios. But how do you install batteries? Does the polarity matter? Which...