Electrical Wiring

Electric power is not defined as current divided by voltage. Electric power (Watts) is equal to amps times voltage

Yes but a 208 volt heater is intended to be delta connected so there are only three terminals. The three heating elements could be rewired to run in parallel off a 220 v single phase circuit, and the heater would then operate at 12% excessive power, which might shorten its life.

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No. The heater will operate over its given specified wattage. A 208 volt heater run off of 240 volt will have an output increase. Ohms law stated that current is directly proportional to the applied voltage and inversely proportional to the resistance of the circuit. A 240 volt heater can be run off of 208 but the wattage will be reduced.

For example if the heater is 5000 watts at 208 volts, the current is I =W/E 5000/208 = 24 amps. The resistance of the heater is R = W/I (squared) =5000/24 x 24 (576) = 8.68 ohms. Applying 240 volts on the same heater whose resistance is 8.68 ohms results in this new heater wattage rating. W = E (squared)/R = 240 x 240 (57600)/8.68 = 6636 watts. This is 1636 watts higher than the manufacturer's safety rating.

W = watts, I = amperage, R= resistance in ohms and E = voltage.

Yes, aluminum bats can conduct electricity due to their metallic composition. However, the level of conductivity may vary depending on factors such as the bat's thickness and any protective coatings that may be present. It is important to handle aluminum bats carefully when near electrical sources to avoid potential hazards.

Generally, pure water is a poor conductor of electricity. However, water with impurities such as salts or minerals can conduct electricity better. Other liquids that are good conductors of electricity include acids, bases, and some metals in liquid form like mercury.

To ensure you are using the correct rating of fuse simply divide the total wattage of your appliance by 250 and round up to the closest value. For example, a 1500 watt hair dryer should be fitted with a fuse equal to 1500 divided by 250 = 7amp

Depends on what it is. Most appliances don't care. Motors will spin at a slightly different speed, but otherwise you are safe connecting a 50Hz appliance to a 60Hz supply. Perhaps, but in many circuits, it makes no difference. The frequency has no effect on simple resistive circuits such as incandescent lights or heaters. Anything with a transformer in it will run hotter. Motors will run hotter too. In either case, the difference between 50Hz and 60Hz is less than 20% and unless you plan on running the appliance non-stop for a long period of time, it really makes no difference.

Yes, a 230 volt motor is generally more efficient and cheaper to run compared to a 115 volt motor. Higher voltage motors are more energy efficient because they draw less current, resulting in lower energy costs over time.

The wires that carry electricity are not in contact with the poles, isolated by insulated "bell" spacers and by physical separation.

The poles are conductive, as evidenced by lightning hitting them. But they are well grounded and sturdy enough to withstand the strikes. However, a bolt can create inductance that temporarily affects the current flowing through the wires.

It's best to evaluate the condition of the old ceiling fan before use. Check for any visible damage, ensure it is properly secured to the ceiling, and test the fan to see if it operates smoothly and quietly. If there are any concerns about safety or performance, it may be best to replace it.

Electromagnets are magnets that are powered by electric currents. An electromagnet is usually more powerful than a permanent magnet that does not use electricity because the strength of an electromagnet can be increased by adding additional material, such as more wire or a bigger core, and the magnetic field can be concentrated using wire coils around the core.

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Yes. With SOME, you may need a motor-generator set, or an inverter, to convert the single-phase power to three-phase power....

Some more modern 3-phase welders will operate directly on single-phase, because they're inverter-type units already.

Many 'classic' transformer-based industrial welders can be made to operate easily off single phase power, at full output using the "Haas-Kamp Conversion". Do a web-search for Haas-Kamp and your welder's brand and model- if it's a popular welder, someone has probably already done it.

To calculate amperage, use the formula: Amperage = Wattage / Voltage. For a household appliance with a wattage of 720 and a standard voltage of 120 volts, the amperage would be 6 amps. (720 watts / 120 volts = 6 amps).

There are usually 3 or 4 terminals. If only 3, then each wire is hot with respect to ground. If there are 4, then one wire is considered neutral.

No, you cannot use an existing 8 3 wire hooked to a 30amp breaker for a heater that requires 10 2 wire. The wire gauge and breaker size need to match the specific requirements of the new heater to ensure safety and proper function. You will need to upgrade the wiring to accommodate the 10 2 wire needed for the 5000-watt 240-volt heater.

Silver is not commonly used in household wiring because it is more expensive than other metals like copper and aluminum. Additionally, silver has a higher resistance to corrosion, making it less practical for everyday applications. Copper and aluminum are preferred for their cost-effectiveness and reliable conductivity.

Copper and aluminum (or copper clad with aluminum) are often used in wiring. New aluminum connection is now limited to use service-connections by some electrical codes and can no longer be installed for branch circuit wiring.

No, salt water flowing through a pipe by itself does not constitute an electric current. Electric current requires the movement of charged particles, such as electrons, in a closed circuit. Salt water can conduct electricity only if there are free ions present in the water to carry the charge.

The wire sheathing itself is usually marked. e.g. 14 CU 2 or 14/2 CU will indicate 14 gauge 2-wire (+ ground) copper (CU being the symbol for copper on the periodic table). For 15amp circuits you will likely has 14 gauge wire with most of that being 14/2 (Usually white, black, and bare copper).

No, you cannot wire a 120 volt ballast to a 347 volt circuit. The ballast is designed to operate at a specific voltage, in this case 120 volts, and connecting it to a higher voltage circuit like 347 volts can damage the ballast and pose a safety hazard. It is important to match the voltage rating of the ballast to the circuit it will be connected to.

The operating handle will be found in mid throw. On smaller type electrical breakers there is a small trip indicator window and a red flag will be visible when the breaker has tripped. On larger physical size breakers you will definitely see that the handle is not in the off or on position. To reset any size breaker move the handle to the full off position. You might hear a click but you will definitely feel the internal mechanism re-latch to the off position. This has reset the breaker, move the handle to the on position and normal electrical power will have been restored. If you get an instantaneous trip after a reset do not try and reset the breaker again. Find the cause of the short circuit and get it repaired. Constant and repetitive resetting will destroy the breaker and increase the temperature of the short circuit. If the short circuit is in a highly combustive area this is not good. Find the problem and get it repaired.

Most electrical wiring is made of copper due to its high conductivity and flexibility. Copper is preferred for electrical wiring as it can efficiently carry electricity while being durable and resistant to corrosion. However, there are also some electrical wiring products made from aluminum, which is a less expensive alternative with slightly different properties.

This looks like a question that has come out of the middle of a conversation. Us poor guys trying to answer the question don't have any context. We don't know what the intermediate switch is; or anything else about the system. You can always use just one side of a two pole switch to replace a single pole switch.