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How do you replace an old 2 prong plug with an updated 3 prong plug?
You don't. A 2 prong plug has two wires, one called live (black or red wire in the US) and the other is neutral (white or gray wire in the US). A 3 prong plug needs a third wire for ground (bare copper, green, or green-yellow in the US). The only time you can replace a 2 prong plug with a 3 prong plug is if the 2 prong plug incorrectly replaced an original 3 prong plug.
Who invented the bath plug?
The two prong electrical plug and outlet was invented by David Brown. i know
Inside the computer this part changes electric currents into a form that the computer can use is called what?
The Power Supply. It is what you plug the power cord into.
What is a 6.3mm plug adapter?
This adapter is also called a TRS adapter,phone jack adapter or a 1/4" adapter among many other names. The 6.3mm jack, originally called the TRS connector was invented for use in telephone switchboards in the 20th century and is still widely used in its original ¼″ (exactly 6.35 mm) size. An adapter would connect another type of plug to the TRS plug (male or female depending on the situation.
How do i Plug in a computer?
What do you mean by plug in for a computer? Plug in's can be in 2 different terms of computer. 1 - Plug in a power lead, monitor lead etc. 2 - Plug in's can be a software addon or browser addon. for example; A plug in for flash player.
What does the third prong ion a three prong pulg do?
The 3rd round plug is the ground connection.
Why does a plug have three wires?
The third prong on the bottom of the plug is for "grounding," in case of a short.
What should I do if the third prong on my plug broke off?
If the third prong on your plug breaks off, you should stop using the plug immediately and replace it with a new one to ensure safety and proper functioning of your electrical devices.
What is the third prong in plug for?
On a British plug it is the earth pin connected to the earth wire. This is safety feature to stop electric shock
Why wouldn't a 2 prong plug fit in a 3 prong outlet?
The reason might be a voltage or amperage mismatch between the two devices. Plugs and receptacles are matched sets depending on the voltage and the amperage of the devices. The configurations are done in this manor to prevent the wrong voltages being applied to wrong plug in equipment.
If your outlet is a 3 prong outlet can you hook up a 3 prong plug from your old stove to a new stove which has a 4 prong plug?
No you can not you will need to replace the plug with a 4 prong the same as the style of your oven and change your breaker to the correct Amp for your style of 4 prong plug
What does the circle prong on a 3 prong plug do?
Ground wire
Why the third prong of a plug should't be removed?
The third prong of a plug, also known as the ground prong, serves a crucial safety function by providing a path for electrical current to safely dissipate in the event of a fault. Removing it can expose users to the risk of electric shock, as it eliminates the grounding mechanism that protects against short circuits and surges. Additionally, many appliances are designed to operate safely only when properly grounded, so removing the third prong can compromise their functionality and safety.
Do you have a stove plug adapter that can convert a 4-prong outlet to a 3-prong outlet?
Yes, there are stove plug adapters available that can convert a 4-prong outlet to a 3-prong outlet.
Can you plug a 2 prong extension cord into a 3 prong extension cord?
I don't know about an extension cord, but they do sell plug adabters. You can pick them up at any hardware store or even Wal-Mart. They are ussaully grey or orange , and look like the plug end of the extension cord. One end will have the 2 prong, the other side will have the slots to plug in the three prong.
How do you covert a two prong welder plug to a three prong and ground out let?
Need to know the amperage rating of the plug or the NEMA configuration of the plug and receptacle
Is the wide prong on an electrical plug connected to the black wire?
No, the wide prong is neutral it is the white wire. The narrow prong is hot it is the black wire. The round prong (in a 3 wire plug) is safety ground it is the green wire.
