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When a circuit breaker trips regularly with little or no load, users suspect a bad breaker. While this may be possible, it is not always true. An electrical panel can trip because of circuit overload, ground faults, over-currents, short circuits and other minor faults. Before you consider replacing your breaker box, always consult a licensed … Read more
From house burglars to strange visitors, there are more reasons to monitor what happens at your front door. If you are my type that enjoys knowing the person at the door without opening it, skybell HD is all you need. A skybell is a smart video doorbell that allows you to see, hear, and also … Read more
If you’re the type that doesn’t joke with home security, consider installing a ring doorbell. Although it is the cheapest among the ring video products, the doorbell ringer has outstanding features that make it the best. Features of a doorbell ringer (ring doorbell) If you’re considering the Ring Video Doorbell, here are their features. 720p … Read more
A doorbell is a signalling device comprising a transformer, chime and a push button. It is a security device that signals us with the presence of a visitor. When a visitor presses the push button, the chime rings inside the house to inform you that someone is around. In 1817, a Scottish inventor, William Murdoch, invented … Read more
Maybe you bought a new doorbell and wish to install it yourself. Or you want to replace a wired doorbell with a ring video smart bell. Wiring the doorbell can be hard, mostly for first-timers. However, I will guide you on doorbell wiring, and also show you diagrams on how to wire a doorbell perfectly. … 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 test a doorbell transformer with a multimeter. For those that are still looking for their … Read more
Maybe your doorbell is not working or you want to upgrade it to a ring smart pro or nest doorbell. Locating your doorbell transformer is not always easy. But as an expert in the field, I will give you a clue on how to find the doorbell transformer location easily. A doorbell transformer is an … Read more
An electrical transformer is a machine that transfers electricity from one circuit to another via electromagnetic induction without changing the frequency. It is a vital device in the power system that links the generating stations and the users. The 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 circuit overload, short circuits, or faulty wiring. They are almost the same as the Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) as they do the same work. However, MCCB is more advanced. It has a higher current rating of … Read more
A miniature circuit breaker (MCB) is an automatic switch that protects an electrical circuit from over-currents. The term over-current refers to a faulty current that arises from short circuit, faulty wiring, and circuit overload. Just like an electric fuse, a miniature circuit breaker does the same work of protecting electrical appliances from damage. However, they … Read more