Category: Electrical & Lighting
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Tool Guide – Non-contact Electrical Voltage Testers
Voltage testers that are used for your home’s electrical wiring have lower requirements then those used to diagnose your cars charging system or other electronic devices. For the most part electrical testers for 110 to 220 volt AC will test for the presence of current at a location. They are usually used to diagnose if…
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How To – UPS Backup Power For Electronics
With so many people depending on computers and high end electronics in their homes and businesses electrical outages can cause loss of data, corruption of your operating system and basic inconvenience. If you live in an area that does not see electrical storms or high winds on a regular basis you are still at risk…
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How To – Making Electric Solar Panels Can It Be Done?
I like many out there look for ways to reduce my monthly utility bills and alternative energy has been an interest to me since the 1970’s when I first saw a home with panels and asked what they were for. Recently … I would say in the last 6 months I have been coming across…
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How To – GFCI Electrical Outlets
In locations where water might cause a problem like in your bathroom or kitchen it is important to use a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt) Outlet or have GFCI protection in your Circuit Breaker Box. Electrical Codes should mandate their use in new construction but if you are living in or buying an older home you can…
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Extension Cords
When installing appliances or working with heavy tools you should take special precautions to use the properly rated extension cords. Tools like Air Compressors, Welders and appliances like Stoves, Washers and Dryers will use a lot of amperage. If the extension cord you use is not thick enough the cord will heat up and could cause a fire.…