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Think this one through. There are a few different switch options as far as what can be added to the line cord of a light. A toggle isn't one of them. The in-line switch comes in a few different flavors. The rotary switch is arguably the most common. It's got that little wheel. There is a rocker switch, too. It's pretty close to a toggle in action, so you should look at this one closely. There is also a larger-bodied dimmer switch that can be put in the line cord (but it's for incandescent and not for fluorescent lights). This bad boy has a wheel on it that can be rolled from a point where it "clicks" and turns the light on, and then allows the gradual brightening of the lamp from barely visible to a "full on" position. The big name manufacturer Leviton makes all these switches, but so do other companies. All are designed and engineered specifically for use in a line cord for a lamp. And that's the value of the products. You don't have to figure anything out. Were you planning on installing your toggle switch in a little box to isolate and protect the wire lugs? Or were you just gonna wrap a bunch of black electrical tape around the whole thing? (The former is a pain, and the latter is not advised.) Make a friend in the electrical department of your local hardware store or home center. Pick the right in-line switch and then install it correctly and safely.
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What is a system that would be dangerous if resistance were not a part of a circuit?
Oh, VERY MANY! For example, a cord wrapped with rubber would be quite deadly. A light bulb that was incandescent would probably not produce light at all.
What wire is the ribbed wire on an extension cord?
The only cord with a rib identifier is lamp cord. There are small extension cords made of this material but should only be used for very light duty such as extending table of floor lamps so that they can reach existing wall receptacles. This rib identifies the neutral conductor so that the lamp get wired with the correct polarity. The rib connects to the plug's neutral blade (silver screw). At the lamp end the rib wire connects to the lamp holder's shell. The shell is the part that the light bulb screws into.
What is mean by SOWA for cord?
Cord/Cable is resistant to Sunlight, Oil, Water, and the -A is a Flexibility designation.
What size amp do you need for your lawnmower?
The answer should be shown on the electrical appliance itself, often near where the cord enters, or near the main switch. If not, you can find it in the owner's manual. Different mowers have differently sized motors and other features that will determine the minimum amperage necessary.Note that the longer cord you use, the larger the wires must be, as otherwise it will lose voltage due to the resistance and your lawnmower could be damaged by operating at the lower voltage.
Is electric cord singular or plural?
The compound noun 'electric cord' is singular, a word for one cord.The plural noun is 'electric cords'.
Which wire has greater resistance a light plugged into an extension cord or a light plugged directly into a wall?
Light and an extension cord. The extension cord will act as an added resistor in series. The more cord you add will only increase the overall resistance from the wall outlet. If you use a high gage extension cord, this will help reduce the resistance. But any cord will add resistance. If the gage is low, then the cord will actually heat up and you will be able to feel the heat. That is due to the resistance within the cord. Check out my sketch of how I perceive your Q: Chord + drop light w/chord ]---------------(]--------O Versus drop light w/chord ]--------O
What does pull switch look like?
A pull switch is generally a length of cord that is attached to a socket on the ceiling. These types of switches are mostly found in bathrooms, which saves wet hands from coming into contact with an electrical light switch.
Why do bathroom light switches usually have a cord hanging from them?
I have never seen a bathroom light switch with a cord hanging from it and I've seen a lot of bathrooms. But if i had to guess. I'd probably say to turn them off. Electricity is conducted very easily through water. So if you let water run from your wet hands into a light switch in a bathroom there is a chance you could get a shock, even get killed. So some bathrooms have the switch on the roof with a long string to turn it on and off. So there is no chance of water getting to the switch.
Are light switches required on all lights or are pull strings allowed?
A pull-string or pull-chain switch IS a light switch. Some other types of light switches are called wall switches and cord switches.For more information see the answers to the Related questions shown below.
How do you install an on off switch from an existing wire?
If you are asking how to add a switch to a lamp (or other load device) cord, simply cut the line side of the cord and connect to the switch terminals. ----mikey
Why do bathroom lights switches often have a cord hanging from them?
You may be looking at an emergency call switch that is activated with the cord. These are installed where emergency personnel or nursing staff are available.
What do you do if what if your touch screen riptunes mp3 wont turn on?
You Plug It In The Computer With The USB Cord, Then,You Switch Over The Power Switch To On (if already switched to on then switch to off then on again) Now Un-Plug From USB Cord It Should Be On! :-)
What is so cord?
Rubber cord used to hook up light fixtures
How many connection can you make with a usb cord?
If the computer is connected by a USB cord to a powered USB switch, then many connections can be made.
How light is the spinal cord?
About 35 grams.
How are gray matter and white matter switch in brain and spinal cord?
Die
Are all cord blood banks expensive?
Watch the video by clicking on the link I added to the related links section below, and get answers to these questions about cord blood banking:What is cord blood?What does cord blood banking cost?Is cord blood banking worth the cost?Why is cord blood banking so expensive?Are all cord blood banks expensive?
