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Which of the following materials would be the best insulator for an electrical wire?
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∙ 7y ago
P.V.C or polyvinylchloride. It's a plastic.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 7y agoThe one with the highest resistive value.
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Does bakelite is a poorest insulator?
The poorest insulator would be the best conductor, which is one of the noble metals. Bakelite is a fairly good insulator, not too long ago electrical fittings were made from it.
Why is the handle of the screwdriver made of an insulator?
One thing that tradesmen are taught is that you do not depend on the insulation factor of your tool handles to save you from an electrical shock. The fact that tool handles are made of insulating materials is coincidental. The handle material has to be comfortable in the hand, has to be cheap to produce and that it is an insulating material is secondary.All electrical work should be done in the off condition for safety purposes and it does not matter if the handle is an insulating material or not.
How is an electrical conduit installed?
An electrical conduit is commonly installed in several steps. The first step would be to carefully plan the position of the conduit and what materials that are required for the surface. Then one should execute the plan with common tools such as a screwdriver.
Can duct tape be used on electrical projects?
it can be used but i would not recommend it. I would recommend going out to lowes or home depot and getting electrical tape. It is better for electrical projects and it can cost less than duct tape.Electrical Tape provides stretching and waterproofing qualities, electrical tape is non-conductive and is used to cover and insulate electrical splices and for other electrical uses.Duct Tape should be used for its original purpose only - temporary, emergency repairs.Please do not take chances especially when dealing with electricity. Duct tape is not designed for electrical work. Stay safe and use the appropriate tools and materials for the job. In addition, if you are doing this yourself and the job is electrical home wiring (outlets, etc.), I would recommend you do not. In most states this requires a licensed electrician. Please to not put yourself and/or family in jeopardy, its just not worth it.
What is the need for electrical shutdown?
You would need to shutdown the power whenever you are working on the electrical service.
Materials that do not conduct electrical charges at all are called insulators?
No material exists that doesn't conduct electrical charges at all. We call materials that conduct electrical charges poorly insulators; a material that didn't conduct electricity at all would be a perfect insulator.
An example of a insulator?
An insulator has several different meanings. The two most common are an electrical insulator and a thermal insulator. an electrical insulator would be polyethylene. a thermal insulator would be wool.
Objects that stop the flow of electricity are good insulators what materials would be the best insulator for an electrical wire?
Plastic Tubing.
Is a rubber duck an insulator or a conductor?
an insulator
A wire that is what would have the greatest electrical resistance?
An insulator?
Which of these would make a good electrical insulator?
rubber
What is the job of an insulator?
Thermal insulator, prevent heat loss and protect human or machine from heat. Electrical insulator, prevent human and machine from electrical hazard and prevent short circuit that would damage electrical appliance.
Is sponge a electrical conductor or insulator?
An insulator or neither. The water inside of the sponge is what would conduct electricity.
Would glass be a elecrical insulators?
Yes, glass is an electrical insulator.
What would make good electrical insulator?
An electrical insulator is a material whose internal electric charges do not flow freely. Rubber, glass, paper, and Teflon, which have high resistivity, are very good electrical insulators.
Which would be the best insulator carbon or silicon or aluminum or oxygen?
Oxygen. Carbon as diamond is a good electrical insulator, (graphite is an electrical conductor), silicon is a semiconductor so has limited electrical conductivity and aluminium is a metal and a good electrical conductor.
What would be the best electrical insulator?
Many - rubber, plastic, ceramics, glass.
