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2. Surge protector - Wikipedia

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   A surge protection device mounted on a residential circuit breaker panel A varistor inside a consumer-grade surge protector has failed after a lightning strike. The Joule rating number defines how much energy a MOV-based surge protector can theoretically absorb in a single event, without failure. Better protectors exceed ratings of 1,000 joules ...

3. Residual-current device - Wikipedia

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   A residual-current device (RCD), residual-current circuit breaker (RCCB) or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) [a] is an electrical safety device that interrupts an electrical circuit when the current passing through a conductor is not equal and opposite in both directions, therefore indicating leakage current to ground or current flowing to another powered conductor.

4. NEMA connector - Wikipedia

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   They are available for 120 V, 15/20 A applications, in different form factors such as surge protective receptacles in single, duplex, four-in-one, and six receptacle configurations, as well as surge-protective power strips. These devices provide point-of-use protection and are the last line of defense in a whole-house surge protection network.

5. 'Plug in tons of items in one spot' — our tech writer's ...

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   'Plug in tons of items in one spot' — our tech writer's favorite surge protector is on sale for just $10 (50% off) at Amazon. Ellie Conley. Updated April 26, 2024 at 6:39 AM.

6. Arc-fault circuit interrupter - Wikipedia

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   When installed as the first outlet on a branch circuit, AFCI receptacles provide series arc protection for the entire branch circuit. They also provide parallel arc protection for the branch circuit starting at the AFCI receptacle. Unlike AFCI breakers, AFCI receptacles may be used on any wiring system regardless of the panel.

7. Fuse cutout - Wikipedia

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   Lightning arresters are mounted on the crossarm opposite the fuse cutouts. Fuse cutouts with V-shaped bodies. In electrical distribution , a fuse cutout or cut-out fuse (often referred to as a cutout ) is a combination of a fuse and a switch, used in primary overhead feeder lines and taps to protect distribution transformers from current surges ...

8. ‘Blue Bloods’ is ending after 14 seasons. Here’s how to watch ...

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   The CBS drama “Blue Bloods" will end Friday, December 13, after 14 seasons. Here's info on the series finale, including how to watch and stream the episode.

9. What is the birthstone for December? Hint: There's actually ...

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   Each month has at least one representative gemstone. Here's what you need to know about December's birthstones.