10 Questions
What is the purpose of service entrance conductors?
To carry power from the transformer to the building's service disconnects
What are overhead wires that extend from a pole-mounted distribution transformer to the building's service entrance generally referred to as?
Service drop
What components are included in the service entrance equipment?
Metering equipment, main disconnect, overcurrent protection devices
What is the function of the service lateral?
To carry underground service entrance conductors
Where do underground service entrance conductors carry power to?
The building's service disconnects
What is the purpose of the service entrance equipment?
To connect the utility-supplied wiring to the service disconnect
What is the function of the underground service entrance conductors?
To carry power from the transformer to the building's service disconnect
What are overhead wires that extend from a pole-mounted distribution transformer to the building's service entrance generally referred to as?
Service drop
What does the service equipment include?
Metering equipment, main disconnect or switch gear, overcurrent protection devices
Where do underground service entrance conductors typically carry power to?
Service lateral
Test your knowledge of building electrical service equipment with this quiz. Learn about service entrance conductors, overhead and underground wiring, and the essential components that carry power from the transformer to the building's service disconnects.
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