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Which technical specification is used to select an MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) for installation in a home electrical network?

  • Rated voltage greater than or equal to the source voltage. (correct)
  • Rated voltage that can be higher or lower than the source voltage.
  • Rated voltage less than or equal to the source voltage.
  • Rated current exceeding the source voltage.

What relationship should exist between the rated current of a Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) and the current drawn by the devices it protects?

  • The CB's rated current should be less than or equal to the rated current of the electrical loads.
  • The CB's rated current should be greater than or equal to the aggregate of the rated currents of all installed electrical loads. (correct)
  • The CB's rated current should be greater than or equal to the rated current of the electrical loads.
  • The CB's rated current should be less than or equal to the aggregate of the rated currents of all installed electrical loads.

Identify the tool depicted in the image.

  • Test pen (correct)
  • Pliers
  • Multimeter
  • Two-way screwdriver

Which voltage rating is appropriate when selecting a switch for installation in a home electrical network?

<p>Rated voltage marked on the switch must be greater than or equal to the source voltage. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What relationship should exist between the rated current of equipment and the controlling switch.

<p>Equivalent to the rated current indicated on the switch. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can switches be categorized?

<p>Single pole single throw, double pole single throw (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which voltage specification is critical when choosing a wall socket outlet for a home electrical system?

<p>Voltage rating marked on the outlet must match the source voltage. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the rated current of a wall socket outlet and the devices plugged into it?

<p>Must be greater than or equal to the sum of the rated currents of all devices plugged into the outlet. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the type of electrical outlet in the image.

<p>Surface-mount two-prong combined with three-prong outlet. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical use case for an electric drill?

<p>Drilling holes in walls, wood, electrical panels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

CB Selection Criteria for Home

Choose based on technical specs. Consider size, color, purpose, style.

CT Selection Criteria for Home

Switches are selected based on the technical specifications, the function of the control circuit, purpose, and the nature of building and design.

Voltage Rating for Sockets

Voltage rating on the plug must be greater than or equal to source voltage.

Current Rating Requirements

Current rating on the electrical outlet must be greater than or equal to all electrical devices plugged into outlet.

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CT Rated Current Requirement

The rated current of the device that the CT controls must be less than or equal to intensity of electric current of switch

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Function of Corrugated Conduit

For containing wire and fix wiring of household electrical system use corrugated conduit

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Types of Switches

Switches include: 1-pole, 2-pole, 3-pole, 4-pole, and 5-pole, based on the circuit control function.

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Function of a Power Drill

The power drill is used for drilling into walls, wood, electrical panels

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Function of Wire Strippers

The wire stripper is used for cutting cables, stripping, twisting/holding wire.

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Electrical Wire Selection

Usually, the voltage of the electrical wire has to be greater than or equal to the voltage of the capacity that is consumed.

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Study Notes

  • Aptomat (CB) for home electrical networks are selected based on technical specifications.
  • The rated voltage on the CB casing should be less than or equal to the source voltage.
  • The rated current on the CB casing should be greater than or equal to the rated current of the electrical loads installed in the home network.
  • The tool in the image is a test pen.
  • Switches for home networks are selected based on technical specifications.
  • The rated voltage on the switch (CT) casing should be greater than or equal to the source voltage.
  • The rated current of the device controlled by the switch must be less than the rated current on the switch casing.
  • Based on function, switches include single-pole double-throw, and more.
  • Sockets for home use are chosen by technical specification.
  • The voltage rating can be more or less than the source voltage.
  • The rated current on the socket casing must be greater than or equal to the rated current of the appliances plugged into the socket
  • This appears to be a 3-prong recessed electrical outlet.
  • Electric drills are used for cutting walls to install electrical conduits within.
  • Cutting machines are used for cutting walls to install electrical conduits within.
  • Pliers are used for cutting, stripping, and joining wires.
  • Screwdrivers are used for tightening and loosening screws.
  • A screwdriver is displayed in the image.
  • A hammer is displayed in the image.
  • Aside from technical specifications, circuit breakers (CB) for home electrical networks are also chosen based on size and color.
  • In addition to technical specifications, CTs for installation in nahf are also chosen based on the nature of the building and control function of the electrical circuit.
  • Circuit breakers (CB) for home electrical networks should not be chosen as a 1-phase 1-pole circuit breaker.
  • In addition to technical specifications, electrical outlets for home electrical networks are also chosen based on the nature of the building and design, as well as household appliances
  • Typically, electrical wires are selected to have a rated current capacity greater than or equal to the rated current of the electrical load
  • To contain and fix the wiring of the home network, materials must be chosen.

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