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Shop for indispensable power management supplies to avoid short circuits and overloads, regulate power usage and activate power shutdown in case of emergencies. Check out recommended fuses and accessories, safety switches, panel disconnections, power meters, circuit breakers, load centers, panelboards, and circuit breakers of different kinds.

Why Does My Furnace Have Two Breakers? – Answered

January 26, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
why does my furnace have two breakers

But, why does my furnace have two breakers? Circuit breakers are added as a safety feature, not just for switching on and off your furnace. If you notice that your …

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What Size Breaker Do I Need for a Pool Pump? Find Out Now!

January 13, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
what size breaker do i need for a pool pump

Are you preparing for a party and the only thing left to do is to run that swimming pool pump? For those who don’t know, a pool pump is the …

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Washing Machine Keeps Tripping Breaker? Here’s Why

January 19, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
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If a washing machine keeps tripping breaker, it’s often due to a number of reasons. Usually, it could be because of an uncomplicated easy to solve issue such as poor …

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What Does It Mean When a Circuit Breaker Is Orange?

January 29, 2025January 4, 2025 by Andrew Wright
what does it mean when a circuit breaker is orange

What does it mean when a circuit breaker is orange? If you have an electrical panel, you may have asked yourself this question. A circuit breaker red light or orange …

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How to Ground a Subpanel in a Detached Building in 4 Steps

January 22, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
how to ground a subpanel in a detached building

  A subpanel helps distribute electricity throughout your home, but to enjoy this advantage, you must ground it first for safety. Grounding a subpanel in a detached building typically demands …

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What Size Wire for a 50 Amp Sub Panel? (According to NEC)

January 16, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
what size wire for a 50 amp sub panel

“What size wire for a 50 amp sub panel?” is a common question, even though 50 amps fall a bit below the current ratings of most properties. This article will …

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How Does Auto Reset Circuit Breaker Work? – Guide by Expert

January 8, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
how does auto reset circuit breaker work

Do you want to add additional protection to your automotive electricals, especially in your RV? Are you considering an automotive resettable circuit breaker for your vehicle? A self resetting circuit breaker will protect your …

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How Many Subpanels Can You Have on a 200 Amp Service?

January 13, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
how many subpanels can you have on a 200 amp service

How many subpanels can you have on a 200 amp service? There’s no specific limit on the number of sub-panels that a main panel can feed. So, yes, it’s theoretically …

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How Many Amps Does an Air Conditioner Use? 2025 Updated

February 4, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
how many amps does an air conditioner use

Have you ever wondered, “How many amps does an air conditioner use and how much does it contribute to my utility bill?” Well, a 240V AC unit typically draws 15 …

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QO vs QOT Breaker: Which is a Better Choice?

January 4, 2025January 4, 2025 by Edwin Jones
qo vs qot breaker

You’re wiring an electrical service panel and you’re curious about using QO vs QOT breakers. But what’s the difference between the two? A QO circuit breaker has features that allow …

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What Size Wire for 125 Amp Breaker? Here is Your Answer!

Posted: January 20, 2025

What size wire for 125 amp breaker? The answer is rarely simple. You’ll need to take into consideration the required electrical load, distance, space available in the panel, temperature ratings, …

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How Many Amps Does a Vacuum Use? Here is Answer!

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Vacuum cleaning is essential to maintaining a pristine, tidy living space. However, did you ever consider how many amps does a vacuum use? A vacuum cleaner may use as much …

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What Size Breaker for 10,000 Watt Heater? Find Out the Answer

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Cable management ties are quick and efficient tools to organize your cords, wires, and other things. They are essential for keeping your space clean and tidy, as well as avoiding …

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How to Store Extension Cords in Your Garage? (Best Ways)

Posted: January 28, 2025

More than we’d like to admit, extension cords can be a pain to handle if not stored properly. Once they tangle up, they can make you dirty and delay your …

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Can You Plug a Space Heater into a Surge Protector? (Facts)

Posted: January 22, 2025

During the colder months, space heaters are commonly used to warm rooms or supplement central heating. However, a question often arises: “Can you plug a space heater into a surge …

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The Best HID Ballasts

Posted: January 13, 2025

When driving at night, I like to have bright headlights that can pierce through the darkness. I want to see the road ahead as far as possible, especially during inclement …

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How Long Does a Ballast Last? Average Ballast Life Span

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How to Test an Electronic Ballast with a Digital Multimeter?

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Do you have a problem with your ballast? Do you have a digital multimeter? Do you want to know how to test an electronic ballast with a digital multimeter? With …

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The Best Solder Suckers for Desoldering Applications

Posted: February 4, 2025

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Posted: January 23, 2025

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Posted: January 4, 2025

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What Gauge Wire Do I Need for a 30-Amp Breaker? – Answered

Posted: January 21, 2025

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The Best Electrical Conduits

Posted: January 26, 2025

I’ve met many people who put no thought into the conduits they will use for their wiring and electrical projects. They would think that any pipe is more than enough …

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The Best Conduit Benders

Posted: January 26, 2025

As a master electrician, I’ve worked on many projects that require me to bend electrical conduit pipes at a rather odd shape. While we can utilize hammers and other essential …

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