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Household Electrical Installation

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Household electrical installation refers to the proper planning, wiring, installation, and maintenance of electrical components in a residential building to ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability of electricity use.
Switch an electrical device used to open or close an electric circuit, allowing current to flow or stop flowing to control lights, appliances, or equipment.
SPST (Single Pole Single Throw) Switch a switch that controls one circuit from one location.
SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) Switch a switch that controls one load from two possible paths. It can direct current to one of two terminals.
3-Way Switch a type of switch used in pairs to control a single light from two different locations.
4-Way Switch a switch used to control a light from three or more locations
Ganged Switch Two or more switches combined in one plate, controlling multiple loads
convenience outlet a receptacle designed to supply electrical power to appliances by inserting a plug
Duplex Convenience Outlet a common outlet with two receptacles
Grounded Convenience Outlet an outlet with a grounding terminal to prevent electric shock.
GFCI Outlet an outlet that automatically cuts off power when a ground fault is detected.
Circuit protection devices are components designed to automatically stop the flow of electricity during overloads or short circuits to prevent damage and fire.
Fuse a device with a metal strip that melts when excess current flows.
Circuit Breakers an automatic switch that trips when abnormal current is detected.
Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) a compact circuit breaker used in household distribution panels.
Residual Current Device (RCD) a safety device that disconnects power when leakage current is detected.
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