Got Electric services the electrical needs for residential and commercial clients. We take pride in our electricians who provide prompt, professional and affordable service.
This alphabetical list will appear in a series of posts over the next several weeks. Be sure to keep this detailed list handy!
Got Electric’s Electrical Terminology: C through E
1. Circuit Breaker: A circuit breaker is an automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by excess current from an overload or short circuit. A good circuit breaker protects you from power surges, interruption of power, and electrical fires.
2. Conductor: An electrical conductor conducts electricity. The ability to conduct electricity is called electrical conductivity. A good electrical conductor has high conductivity and low resistivity. Resistivity is the reciprocal/opposite of conductivity. The following are a few examples of electrical conductors: Copper, Aluminum, Gold, Silver, Water, Human Skin.
3. Conduit: A pipe, tube, or tile for protecting electric wires or cables.
4. Copper: Copper is the electrical conductor in many categories of electrical wiring, used in power generation, transmission, and distribution, telecommunications (like 5G), as well as electrical equipment.
5. Direct Burial: Direct-burial cable can be run inside a conduit to add additional protection to any electrical system. This type of cable is designed to withstand direct exposure to the soil.
