Circuitry

Selecting the right wire size for a 125-amp electrical service could be a critical task, both for functionality and safety. The wire size plays a fundamental part in transmitting electricity effectively from the service panel to your home’s different circuits.  It…

In a series circuit, as more light bulbs are added, the brightness of each bulb depends on the bulb ratings and circuit voltage. When bulbs of similar rating are connected in series circuit, their brightness decreases proportionally. However, if their…

A meter socket is an outside electrical connection that links a watt-hour meter, also known as an electrical meter, to a dwelling. These are the meters that are placed outside of homes, businesses, and construction sites to measure the quantity…

A current-sensing relay is a device that is used to detect abnormal current conditions in electrical circuits. It monitors the current flowing through a circuit and actuates when the current goes above or below preset thresholds.  In this article, we…

Car jump starters have evolved into essential tools for each driver. These small devices permit you to quickly resume driving after a dead battery. But have you thought about what happens inside and how these practical devices work? In this…

Fire alarm systems are crucial life safety systems in modern buildings. A fire alarm system is a safety feature in buildings that detects fires early, alerts occupants, and notifies first responders.  At the heart of these complex systems are fire…

When it comes to installing multiple ceiling fans, it’s important to understand how many fans the electrical system can handle. On a 15 Amps Circuit, a maximum of 18 fans can be connected. Exceeding the capacity of a circuit can…

There are a few ways to convert 12V LED lights to a 120V arrangement. You can use resistors in series or parallel or a transformer for this conversion process. In this article, we will work with a step-down transformer. This…