Image source HomeSteady While the circuit breaker is designed to trip in case of an electrical abnormality, you should be concerned if this happens frequently. A GE microwave tripping the breaker could be a sign of an electrical problem either on your circuit or on the microwave. With the right guidance, you can pinpoint and…
Image source Pixel Electric CR2032 batteries are non-rechargeable coin-cell batteries. So, there is no way you can recharge it, no matter how innovative you can be. Any attempts to recharge a CR2032 battery is likely to lead to a serious s damage and in some cases accidents and injuries. Even if the recharging process seems…
Image source hobby components A MOSFET transistor BS170 is an N-channel enhancement field effect transistor that has a wide range in modern electric devices, especially those that involve the transmission and reception of signals. It is mainly designed for switching and amplification functions. Like most MOSFETs, this one has three terminals, the Source(S), Drain (D)…
Image source Amazon In your house, you have a circuit breaker for offering protection against electrical hazards. What about in a vehicle or any other small space? This is where shortstop circuit breaker (SCB) comes in. It works in exactly the same way as the circuit breaker. They are commonly used in automotive systems though…
LR44 and SR44 are both button cell batteries that tend to share their application areas. They are used in small electronic devices such as calculators, toys, thermometers, watches among others. Even from their naming convention, you can tell that they have numerous similarities. However, there are also some striking differences between these two batteries. Which…
HID ballast source Pixabay HID ballasts are electronic devices designed to regulate voltage to the (High intensity Discharge) HID lamps. These lamps include the high-pressure sodium lamps and the metal halide lamps. Most of these lamps are designed for commercial applications, though some vehicles also tend to have them. They tend to deliver optimum lighting…
Image source Wiki If you are keen on installing the electrical lighting systems, or you are working on a lighting-related project, you must be aware of the ballast. This is an electrical device that regulates the voltage supplied to the lighting system. When installed between the power source and the lamp, the device will be…
You are given two battery options, E91 and Lithium batteries. Which one should you choose and why should you go for a particular option over the other? Lithium batteries and lead acid batteries form the largest percentage of the battery market today. Both are rechargeable and come with a set of pros and cons. Before…
Image source Polar wire For a 200A service, you will need a 2/0 AWG copper wire and 4/0 AWG aluminum wire. Keep in mind that the above two figures will depend on the length of the wire. That implies that 2/0 on copper wire will be for the distance of up to 150 feet. The…
Image source Phoenix Contact Phoenix Contact is a big a name when it comes to contacts and connectors. These are contacts and connectors used for both domestic and industrial applications. The connectors are used to connect cables and wires that are used for data and even power transmission. If you are in the market looking…