Electricity

Electricity

A database referring to the existence of a flow of electric charge.

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TFE

Electrical equipment; Electricity

A Heat-resistant insulation compound made with tetrafluoroethylene (Teflon).

THHN

Electrical equipment; Electricity

A thermoplastic-insulated, nylon-jacketed conductor designed for use in dry locations and an operating temperature of up to 90 degrees Celsius

THW

Electrical equipment; Electricity

A thermoplastic insulated, moisture resistant conductor designed for use in wet or dry locations and an operating temperature of up to 75 degrees Celsius.

Ohm

Electrical equipment; Electricity

A unit of electrical resistance defined as the resistance of a circuit with a voltage of one volt and a current flow of one ampere.

Ohm's law

Electrical equipment; Electricity

E=IR; I=E/R; R=E/I; Where E = Voltage impressed on a circuit, I = current flowing in a circuit and R = circuit resistance. Ohm's Law is used for calculating voltage drop, fault current and other ...

A fuse used on overhead electrical distribution systems that is held in place by two springs. This device and its holder have generally been replaced by Fused Cutouts where the fuse element in an arc ...

OSHA 29 CFR 1910, Subpart S-Electrical

Electrical equipment; Electricity

Occupational Safety and Health Standards. Section 1910 Subpart S-Electrical Standard number 1910.333 specifically addresses Standards for Work Practices.