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28 Cards in this Set
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Ampere |
A measure of current flow |
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Black pipe |
Common name of the steel pipe used for natural gas applications |
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Box |
Also known as an outlet box, equipped with clamps which are used to terminate a conduit |
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Breaker |
An electric safety switch that automatically opens when massive amperage occurs |
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Chase |
A continuous recessed area built to carry or conceal ducts, pipes, or other construction products |
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Circuit |
The various conductors connections and devices found in the path of electrical flow |
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Conditioned |
A heated or cooled place |
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Conductor |
A material that permits the motion of electricity |
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Conduit |
A metal or fiber pipe or tube used to enclose one or more electrical conductors |
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Distribution panel |
Panel where the conductor from the meter base is connected to individual circuit breakers |
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Electrical work |
The installation of the wiring and fixtures for a complete residential or commercial electrical system |
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Galvanized pipe |
Steel pipe that has been cleaned and dipped in a bath of molten zinc |
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Ground |
An electrical connection to the earth by means of a rod |
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Ground fault interceptor |
A 110 V convenience outlet with a built in circuit breaker |
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Industrial piping |
Piping that carries liquids and gases used in the manufacturing of products |
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Junction Box |
A box that protects electrical wiring splices in conductors or joints in runs |
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Lighting outlet |
Electrical outlet intended for the direct connection of a light fixture |
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Meter |
An instrument used to measure electrical quantities |
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Meter base |
The mounting on which the electrical term is attached |
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Nominal size |
Conventional size |
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Outlet |
An electrical conductor used to plug up devices |
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Plenum |
A compartment, air space, or chamber that is filled with air which is then distributed to a desired location |
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Plumbing fixture |
A unit used to contain and discharge wastes |
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Residential piping |
Plumbing that carried fresh water, gas, liquid or solid waste |
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Switch leg |
The electrical conductor from a switch to the electrical device being controlled |
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Thermostat |
An automatic mechanism for controlling the amount of heating and cooling given by a central-heating or zoned-heating system or cooling system |
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Volt |
Unit of measure of electrical force |
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Watt |
A unit of power |
