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  2. Thermoplastic-sheathed cable - Wikipedia

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    If the label says "12-3", this cable has four conductors—three 12-gauge insulated wires and a bare copper ground wire. [5] Different types of cables are approved for different applications; the cable used for interior wiring in dry locations is different from the types approved for underground burial, direct embedment in concrete, or service ...

  3. Underground power line - Wikipedia

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    An underground power line provides electrical power with underground cables. Compared to overhead power lines , underground lines have lower risk of starting a wildfire and reduce the risk of the electrical supply being interrupted by outages during high winds, thunderstorms or heavy snow or ice storms.

  4. Pad-mounted transformer - Wikipedia

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    The core and coils are enclosed in a steel oil-filled tank, with terminals for the transformer accessible in an adjacent lockable wiring cabinet. The wiring cabinet has high and low-voltage wiring compartments. High and low-voltage underground cables from below enter the terminal compartments directly.

  5. Pothead - Wikipedia

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    A pothead is a type of insulated electrical terminal used for transitioning between overhead line and underground high-voltage cable or for connecting overhead wiring to equipment like transformers. [1] Its name comes from the process of potting or encapsulation of the conductors inside the terminal's insulating bushing.

  6. Distribution transformer - Wikipedia

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    The 240 V secondary winding is center-tapped, and the center neutral wire is grounded, making the two end conductors "hot" concerning the center tap. These three wires run down the service drop to the building's electric meter and service panel. Connecting a load between the hot wire and the neutral gives 120 volts, which is used for lighting ...

  7. Junction box - Wikipedia

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    A small metal, plastic or fiberglass junction box may form part of an electrical conduit or thermoplastic-sheathed cable (TPS) wiring system in a building. If designed for surface mounting, it is used mostly in ceilings, concrete or concealed behind an access panel—particularly in domestic or commercial buildings. [2]

  8. Electrical wiring - Wikipedia

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    The first rubber-insulated cables for US building wiring were introduced in 1922 with US patent 1458803, Burley, Harry & Rooney, Henry, "Insulated electric wire", issued 1923-06-12, assigned to Boston Insulated Wire and Cable . These were two or more solid copper electrical wires with rubber insulation, plus woven cotton cloth over each ...

  9. ISO standards for trailer connectors - Wikipedia

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    The 5-pin has a design and pin layout that is identical to the 7-pin ISO 1724 connector with the exception for the lack of pin 1 (L) and pin 4 (R). This connector is sometimes present on vintage vehicles and the actual wiring may be completely different from what the standard states which means that measuring before connecting is a good idea.