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  2. Light switch - Wikipedia

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    The switch box is covered by a decorative plate. The first light switch employing "quick-break technology" was invented by John Henry Holmes in 1884 in the Shieldfield district of Newcastle upon Tyne. [1] The "quick-break" switch overcame the problem of a switch's contacts developing electric arcing whenever the circuit was opened or closed.

  3. Faceplate - Wikipedia

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    Electrical outlet, also referred to as a wall plate, outlet cover, or socket cover. Front panel, of computers. Head unit, stereo system component. Motherboard, input/output port panel such as on an ATX. Cover (container) Faceplate (housing), decorative elements of housing. Nokia 5110, mobile phone with interchangeable faceplates.

  4. Electrical enclosure - Wikipedia

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    An electrical enclosure is a cabinet for electrical or electronic equipment to mount switches, knobs and displays and to prevent electrical shock to equipment users and protect the contents from the environment. The enclosure is the only part of the equipment which is seen by users. It may be designed not only for its utilitarian requirements ...

  5. Lightbulb socket - Wikipedia

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    Lightbulb socket. A lightbulb socket, lightbulb holder, light socket, lamp socket or lamp holder is a device which mechanically supports and provides electrical connections for a compatible electric lamp base. [1] Sockets allow lamps to be safely and conveniently replaced (re-lamping). There are many different standards for lampholders ...

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  7. Aluminum building wiring - Wikipedia

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    Aluminum building wiring is a type of electrical wiring for residential construction or houses that uses aluminum electrical conductors. Aluminum provides a better conductivity-to-weight ratio than copper, and therefore is also used for wiring power grids, including overhead power transmission lines and local power distribution lines, as well ...

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