How to make a wiring diagram before repair
Step-by-step instructions for drawing up a wiring diagram in an apartment and a private house. How to make a DIY electrical wiring diagram.
Wiring
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Grounding and lightning protection
Instruments and devices
Installation of electrical wiring
Wires and cables
Sockets, switches, distribution boxes
20 unacceptable errors during wiring
Typical errors during wiring in a private house and apartment. The most common mistakes made not only by home masters, but also by electricians.
How to protect cables and wires from UV
The main methods of protecting cables and wires from exposure to ultraviolet radiation, as well as methods for restoring insulation. What is said in the PUE.
How to connect zero and ground in the electrical panel and in what cases it is necessary
How to properly connect zero and ground in the electrical panel of a private house or apartment. Why do you need to connect the neutral wire to ground. What is said in the PUE.
How to connect sockets: in series or in parallel
What are the ways to connect outlets. What is the best way to connect the sockets to each other: a loop, a star or in a mixed pattern. Overview of existing wiring diagrams.
What is a power cable, what does it serve and where is it used
In this article, we consider what a power cable is and where it is used, as well as what types and materials of cable insulation are. Definition of the concept in simple words.
What is the best cable routing: in the ground or in the air
When connecting household buildings, the question arises of how to lay the cable. Consider the pros and cons of laying a cable through the air and in the ground and how best to lay.
What are the types and types of electrical panels
Each switchboard has a specific designation: main switchboard, switchgear, switchgear, switchgear, switchgear and others. In the article we will tell how they are deciphered and what are the electrical panels.
Characteristics of VVGNG-LS cable
Design features and characteristics of the VVGNG-LS cable. Explanation of the marking and the cross-sectional table of the conductor. Analogs and manufacturing plants VVGNG-LS.
EKF metal trays - a systematic approach to cable management
What are the metal trays EKF, how they are arranged. Overview of perforated, non-perforated, wire and stairways from EKF.
What sockets abroad - an overview of 14 types from around the world
Sockets in different countries of the world, their compatibility with European plugs.Photos of different types of sockets with names. Important information.
Which cable to choose for laying outdoors (by air and in the ground)
To connect power from the house to the bathhouse or garage, you need to draw a line along the street. Find out which cable can be used for outdoor installation.
How to lay the cable in cable ducts and what requirements need to be considered
Cable laying in cable ducts is carried out by a team of specialists using a specific technology. The laying standards are described in the PUE and a number of other standards.
How to install an accounting shield on a support without breaking the rules
How to install a metering board on a support according to the PUE. What are the requirements for installation and how to properly ground the shield. Organizational matters.
What are the types of electrical work and when do you need a permit SRO
List of the main types of electrical work in everyday life and in production. In what cases do electricians need an SRO approval and when can you do without it?
Why do I need a transistor tester and what does it measure
A transistor tester is needed to measure the parameters of radio components. We talk about how to use the transistor tester and which models are popular, in the article.
What to do first: electrician or wall plaster
What do you do first when building a new house or renovating an old one? Electrics before plaster or vice versa - after? The article tells you how to do it right.
Overview of sockets and switches VIKO
VIKO sockets and switches are popular due to their low price and decent quality. In the article, we examined the main series of sockets and switches Viko.
Overview of Werkel sockets and switches
Werkel sockets and switches are made of plastic, metal and ceramic. The article provides an overview of the series and colors of Werkel products.
Characteristics and scope of the PRKS wire
The PRKS wire is designed for rooms with high temperature. The cross-section table, structure and its technical characteristics are given in the article.
How to sound an outlet from neighbors - 3 effective ways
The noise coming from neighbors can be caused by gaps in the walls, but more often it comes from outlets. How and how to make soundproofing outlets is described in the article.
How to conduct wiring in the country - step by step guide
A step-by-step description of all the stages of laying the wiring in the country with your own hands. Wiring diagram from the shield. How to conduct internal and external wiring.
Schneider Electric sockets and switches overview + price comparison
What are Schneider Electric sockets and switches? Overview of all series of the manufacturer, a description of the features of each line. Comparison of prices for electrical accessories.
Legrand Socket and Switch Series - Detailed Overview
What are Legrand sockets and switches? Description of each series of wiring accessories and price comparison for all Legrand sockets and switches.
Why do you need non-disconnect lines in the shield and how to make them
What are non-disconnect lines in the shield and why are they needed. A circuit of a non-disconnectable line in a shield with an RCD, a voltage relay, a starter and other devices.
How to set the light switch (up or down)
What is the correct position of the light switch when turning on and off. How to set the switches correctly and whether there are current standards in this regard.
