The term electrical power is often misused and thrown around incorrectly. Power really means “work done.” Electrical Power means, work done by electricity. We use several different terms when discussing electrical power, and it can get confusing which one we’re talking about from time to time. So what is a… Read More
This video was sponsored by Shneider Electric AFCI/GFCI/DF There’s no doubt that if you’re in the electrical field, you’ve heard the phrases “arc fault”, “dual function”, and “GFI” a few times and been a bit confused about what the differences are, or if it even matters. Well my… Read More
Does electricity travel through wood? Well we see trees, homes, and power poles get struck all the time, but we’re also told that wood is an insulator…so what gives? ARIAT BOOTS: Save 10% off your first order – https://bit.ly/3iHn0B2 Dustin’s Favorites – https://bit.ly/32DA7hb Holiday Sale 11/21 – 11/30 – https://bit.ly/36a2vbg… Read More
What is the difference between all of these different voltages? Why are they used, what’s the purpose behind them, and where do the numbers come from? Website – https://www.electricianu.com Discord… Read More
Doing math, for many people, is one of the things that holds them back from advancing in their career as an electrician. “I’m just not good at math,” I often hear. Knowing how to apply Ohm’s Law calculations in the field is crucial for your ability to think critically, on… Read More
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Electric current is one of the hardest things to wrap your head around when you’re first getting into the electrical trade. Many apprentice electricians get confused with the difference between current and amps. Well, that’s because people talk about electrons and charges and interchange the terms without really knowing what… Read More
Voltage is an electromotive force created by a difference of potential. Therefore the terms voltage and difference of potential can be interchangeably used. The term “difference of potential” is often used in describing the ability of an electric circuit to create movement. Just like in Physics you have potential energy… Read More
