Image source Your mechanic As a key electronic component in a vehicle, the main function of a throttle position sensor (TPS) is to monitor the exact position of the throttle valve for the optimum performance. A well-positioned throttle valve will ensure that the engine performs well when required. Knowing the relevance of a throttle position…
Image source Celeasco A circuit switcher is an electrical device designed to protect electrical loads and circuits from short circuits. The switch is activated to interrupt the circuit when necessary, hence protecting the circuit itself and the connected devices from possible damage. The activation can be either manual or automatic. A circuit rides on the…
Image source Kitchen and Food So, you want to buy a freezer. As an intelligent buyer, you are gathering essential data about it. Beyond the size, you would like to know the amps that it uses. The amperage of a freezer is not a constant number. It will depend on various factors such as the…
Image source Freepik When you buy a refrigerator, the first thing that will come into your mind is the electric consumption. How many amps will the refrigerator use? This question is quite common when it comes to these appliances because they rank highly when it comes to the household power consumption. In most homes, you…
Image of switchgear source: study electricals The term ‘switch’ is commonly used in the field of electronics to refer to a controlling device. A switchgear is a device used for controlling, switching and even protecting electrical circuits. The switchgear determines where the currents should flow to, when it should be on/off and generally how it…
Image source DuroMax Why buy when you can make one using the locally available materials? In this case, we are talking about a 50-amp generator cord. This is a special cord that supplies 50-amps from the electric generator to the loads. And it is not just about making the cord, but ensuring that it will…
Image source: CNET Your car needs a battery to crank or start. Probably you have found yourself in situations whereby you try to start the vehicle but it doesn’t crank. In one instance, the dashboard lights may illuminate but the engine still refuses to crank. One possible reason for this is inadequate amps. Key components…
Probably you know about a circuit breaker. It is a protective device designed to protect circuits from the dangers of current overload. It is a device that you will have to install in every electric wiring project. What about motor circuit protector? Well, it is also a protective device, but has slightly different features…
Circuit breakers are integral units in any wiring design. They have an important role to play when it comes to the unexpected events such as current overload or short circuits. Since there are many different types of circuit breakers, you should always ensure that you get the right one for your application. Two types that…
Charging car battery Image source Home depot Your car’s battery gets drained after a period of time whereby you have not been recharging. When you find yourself in such an awkward situation, you are likely to ask: “How long will it take to recharge at 10 amps?” Averagely, charging a car battery at 10 amp…