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Sockets, Switches, Junction Boxes

August 12, 2017 18:07

How do you know there is power in the socket ?

If you need to find out if an electric current flows into the power outlet, and what his power, the problem can be solved in two ways: with a special tester - the meter or the probe (screwdriver).Both measurement option would respond to your questions, but still a special tester display will show not only the presence / absence of voltage on the network, but also its value.Next, we'll Encycl...

August 12, 2017 18:07

Instructions for connecting the earthing-pin grounding

difference euro outlet from the Soviet product is further connected the ground wire in addition to the phase and the ground terminals of the housing.In addition, there is a difference in construction - the diameter of the sockets in the European version is increased by 0.8 mm.Well, the last difference is that modern outlet can handle up to 32 A, while the Soviet designed to load up to 10 Amp...

August 12, 2017 18:07

How do I know there is grounded in the socket , or not?

need for verification "of the earth" in the home network may occur if you just moved into a new house or apartment, and are not sure that the protection is working.There are special measuring instruments which allow to measure the resistance of the ground loop, but their high cost.At home, make sure you have a working conductor PE can be quite simple and without additional measuring devices....

August 12, 2017 18:07

Wiring plan, double outlet

One type is a double outlet - there are two electric "point" connection in a single case, which are powered by the same group of conductors: phase and ground zero.Sometimes electricians newcomers there are small difficulties associated with connecting conductors.To readers of "electrician himself" knew how to correctly implement the wiring, then we will provide a simple wiring diagram of dou...

August 12, 2017 18:07

What if the plug falls out of the wall ?

socket can fall out for several reasons - low-quality retention mechanism, the lack of any Escutcheon the improper use of the device.The same problem can occur with the light switch, because in fact it is fixed in a similar manner.Then we will tell the reader himself Electrics, what if falls out of the wall socket - or rather, how to fix it firmly in the seat! Contents: repair methods...

August 12, 2017 18:07

What are the electrical outlets ?

When we talked about how to choose the socket, then briefly to review species devices.There is a wide range of types and kinds of electrical outlets, but the living conditions are most commonly used plug-in model.Then we'll show you what are the kinds of products in Russia and other countries of the world. Contents: Variety connectors Specifications Mounting Type Additional feat...

August 12, 2017 18:07

2 simple wiring diagrams illuminated light switch

LED or neon indication helps at night to quickly determine where the power button light.If you have the room set simple switch, and you want to convert it to a model with a backlit, below we provide some simple examples.Immediately we draw your attention to an important point - for the light with incandescent lamps can be used wiring diagram LED, however, if the LED chandelier, you must use ...

August 12, 2017 18:07

What should be the height of the installation of sockets for abuse?

installation height from the floor outlets should be such that there was no threat of mechanical damage and water ingress.It is also necessary to take into account the fact that electrical cords must take to connect to the network, because the use of extension cords is not desirable for security reasons.Next, we consider the most appropriate place of location of products, as well as the exis...

August 12, 2017 18:07

Tips for installing sockets in Drywall

Today cladding sheets of plasterboard is used very often.It is convenient becauseall the irregularities of bearing walls and partitions carefully hidden behind the frame of the profiles and gypsum.Himself set the outlet in the sheetrock is not difficult, even if you have a kettle in the electrics.Next, we describe all the nuances of the installation with their own hands, and will also provid...

August 12, 2017 18:07

How to connect a light switch ?

Today there are light off the device with one, two or three keys.In fact, they connect to the network is quite simple, the main thing a little to understand the electrical and know which wire has to go somewhere.Next, we look at how to connect a light switch on one, two and three keys, but first let's talk a little about where it can be used, each of the models. On purpose the light switch,...