A unit that measures the amount of electrical pressure.
Direct Current (DC)
Flows in the same direction. (batteries)
Inverter
An inverter takes DC power from a 12-volt battery and converts it to household AC power.
Outlet
A point on a wiring system at which current is taken to supply electrical devices. A receptacle is placed in an outlet.
Type U.F. Cable
This type of cable is used mostly for direct burial in the earth. This is a branch circuit cable that also can be used for outside wiring.
Code Corrections
Procedure designed to eliminate wiring conditions that do not meet National Electrical Code requirements and safety conditions.
GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter)
A device whose function is to break the electrical circuit to the load when there is a fault current to ground.
Bonding
The connection of two or more points to reduce any difference of potential
Wiring
A distribution network of wire that conducts electricity to receptacles, switches and appliances throughout a building/home to provide electricity where needed.
Fixture
Any permanently connected light or other electrical device that consumes power.
