mariaelectricalsWith the protective role of doorbells to home security, every homeowner wants to have it at the front door. Maybe you bought a new doorbell and wish to install it, or you want to replace an existing old doorbell with a new one. Wiring the doorbell can be hard, mostly for first-timers. But as a … Read more
For you to ask how to test a doorbell transformer, it could either mean your video doorbell is not working, or you want to know the voltage of your transformer. Whichever one it is, I will show you how to check the doorbell voltage using a multimeter. For those that are still looking for their … Read more
Maybe your doorbell stopped working, or you want to upgrade to a ring video doorbell pro. Locating your doorbell transformer is not always easy. But as a doorbell expert, I will guide you on how to find a doorbell transformer location easily. What is a doorbell transformer? A doorbell transformer is an electrical device that … Read more
An electrical transformer is a machine that transfers electrical energy from one circuit to another via electromagnetic induction without changing the frequency. It is a vital device in power transmission that links the generating stations and the users. A transformer comprises a pair of coils, wound around a laminated magnetic core. The winding that supplies … Read more
A molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) is a type of breaker that protects electrical circuits from overcurrents arising from overload, short circuits, or faulty wiring. It is like a miniature circuit breaker (MCB), however, MCCB has higher features. Molded case circuit breakers have a higher current rating of up to 2500 amp and an adjustable … Read more
A miniature circuit breaker is a safety switch that protects an electrical circuit from overcurrent or power surge. It is a protective device that interrupts the circuit when there are high currents.The primary function of a miniature circuit breaker is to protect an installation or branch circuit against high current arising from overload or short circuit. … Read more
An oil circuit breaker is a type of breaker that uses oil as an insulation medium for arc extinction. It is an essential device in the power system that uses insulating oil as an arc quenching medium. Oil circuit breakers use fixed and moving contacts for in circuit protection in both substations and transformers Each … Read more
An SF6 circuit breaker is a device that uses sulphur hexafluoride gas as an arc quenching medium. It is the type of circuit breaker used to protect power systems, electrical grids, and distribution stations. SF6 gas has strong electronegativity and arc quenching properties, making them a better insulating medium than air and oil circuit breakers. … Read more
Maybe your circuit breaker trips always and you want to know if the device has gone bad! A breaker can go bad, but rarely. A tripping breaker can be a warning sign of overload, short circuits, wrong wiring, ground faults, and a bad breaker. You need to find out what is tripping the receptacle before … Read more
Though we have different types of circuit breakers, they all protect electrical devices. Circuit breakers protect electrical equipment from short circuits, over-currents, fire outbreaks, electric shocks and ground faults. It is a must-have receptacle for every homeowner as required by the National Electrical Code. Circuit breakers come in varying sizes and models, ranging from the … Read more