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In the USA houses would have 120/240 volts. 120 volts at most receptacles and lights and 240 volts for larger equipment like your stove, dryer, hot water heater.

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How do you measure the current and voltage in high tension line?

To measure high voltage use suitable instrument transformer (potential transformer) Very carefully. It can kill you. The higher the voltage the more the danger or arcing over even when two conductors are not touching. Voltage meters are rated and the rating should not be exceeded. Depending on the voltage you will need the proper meter and a high voltage probe rated for the voltage you are measuring. If you don't know what you are doing, don't mess with high voltage. Leave to the pros.


What are the equipments used in ohm law?

Your question in ambiguous. Are you asking what equipment you need to provewhether or not Ohm's Law applies to a particular load? If so, then you need a variable voltage supply, a voltmeter, and an ammeter. As you gradually increase the voltage across the load, you will need to record the voltage and current values. If the resulting graph is a straight line, then the load is 'ohmic' (or 'linear') and obeys Ohm's Law. If the resulting graph is a curved line, then the load is 'non-ohmic' (or 'non-linear') and does not obey Ohm's Law.


Why instruments are connected on low voltage side of the transformer while performing no load test?

since we need to get desired or rated voltage, so if it is connected in high voltage side of the transformer, voltage supply will be more, and hence the current will be more than the required amount. this is the reason why the instruments re connected at the low voltage of the transformer while performing no load test.


For what are high voltage power supplies typically used for?

High voltage power supplies have many uses. It is most commonly used to supply power from a device to the circuit. These are great for people who need to supply their house with power.


Why During transmission of power it is transformed as high voltage rather than high current how is this possible as current and voltage are directly proportional?

Voltage and current are actually inversely proportional to one another. The formula P=IV is what you need to look at here, where P is Power, V is voltage, and I is current. Rearranging the equation you will see that V = P/I. You can see that if you increase voltage, while holding power constant, current is reduced. Now, to your question. The losses on a transmission line are proportional to the current flowing on the line, so transmitting at high voltage (and hence low current) is beneficial as it reduces the amount of power that is lost due to resistance in the line itself.

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Why would a factory need more voltage then a house?

Because, a factory is generally bigger then a house so it would fit in more things that need voltage. A general factory would need 15,000 v where as a house would need 230 v


An electric iron is plugged into a receptacle that has 110 V present. If the voltage loss from the panel to the receptacle is 6 V the line voltage at the panel is?

To find the line voltage at the panel, you need to add the voltage loss to the voltage at the receptacle. Since the receptacle has 110 V and there is a voltage loss of 6 V, the line voltage at the panel is 110 V + 6 V = 116 V.


What is the standard distance between high tension line to conductive materials?

I am planning to build a house at a place, which is located about 200 ...from high tension wires & what is a safe distance to build a house near high tensionwires? ... Even directly under high-voltagetransmission lines, the magnetic field ...positive associations between proximity to high-voltage power lines...Another AnswerThe simple answer is that it depends on the line voltage; the higher the voltage, the greater the distance. But the CORRECT answer is that you need to liaise with the electricity company which owns the line.


How do you hook up a car radio in a house?

You need an ac-dc converter to reduce your house voltage to 12 volts


Is the series circiut form capable for house wiring?

No, it isnt, you need a parallel circuit to be able to have the same voltage in each voltage taking point


What does it mean when there is no voltage on the alternator line of a '92 integra?

it means your alternator is probably gone, and u need to replace it


What do you use to check for line voltage sags?

Voltage drops need to be checked with a volt meter. Depending on where the drop is thought to be, the meter can be connected an wiring plugs to find where the drop is.


How far can power line be from house to pole without transformer?

It depends on the total load spread along the line and the voltage drop at full load at the end of the line. Generally up to 3 % voltage drop is considered ok. Anything beyond you need another transformer center.


How do you measure for voltage on a home telephone line?

To measure voltage on a home telephone line, you'll need a multimeter set to the DC voltage range. Connect the multimeter probes to the two wires of the telephone line, typically the tip (positive) and ring (negative) wires. A properly functioning phone line should show a voltage between 40 to 60 volts when the phone is on-hook (not in use). Always ensure safety by avoiding contact with the wires and using insulated tools.


Why you are using 230v in home applainces?

Some appliances need Hi voltage (double line) like stoves and ranges, also electric dryers and air conditioners need 220-240 power line.


How do you measure the current and voltage in high tension line?

To measure high voltage use suitable instrument transformer (potential transformer) Very carefully. It can kill you. The higher the voltage the more the danger or arcing over even when two conductors are not touching. Voltage meters are rated and the rating should not be exceeded. Depending on the voltage you will need the proper meter and a high voltage probe rated for the voltage you are measuring. If you don't know what you are doing, don't mess with high voltage. Leave to the pros.


Do you need a line of credit to rent a house?

Yes ... or a co-signer will be required.