Discover the Sparkie’s Glossary by expert electricians! This comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for understanding essential electrical terms and concepts. We’ve crafted clear and straight forward definitions to help you make sense of the electrical jargon. With our glossary, you’ll gain confidence and knowledge, making electrical topics more accessible and less daunting. Because we are PortSparky and love what we are doing!
A GPO, or General Purpose Outlet, is a standard electrical socket found in residential and commercial buildings throughout Australia. It is used to connect various electrical appliances to the power… Read More »GPO (General Purpose Outlet)
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI), also known as a Residual Current Device (RCD) in Australia, is a crucial safety device designed to protect people from electrical shock. It works… Read More »Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Electrical impedance is the total opposition that an electrical circuit offers to the flow of alternating current (AC). It combines two factors: resistance and reactance, which together determine how easily… Read More »Impedance
Induction is the process of generating an electric current or magnetic field without direct contact, usually through the influence of a changing magnetic field. This concept is fundamental in electromagnetism… Read More »Induction
Electrical insulators are materials that resist the flow of electric current. They do not allow electrons to move freely through them, making them essential for safely managing electricity in various… Read More »Insulators
A kilowatt-hour (kWh) is a unit of energy commonly used to measure electricity consumption in Australia. It represents the amount of energy used by a device with a power rating… Read More »Kilowatt Hour (kWh)
A light socket adapter is a device that allows for the modification or expansion of existing light sockets in Australian homes and businesses. These adapters can convert a standard light… Read More »Light Socket Adapter
A Master Electrician in Australia is a highly skilled and experienced professional who has achieved a significant level of expertise and certification in the electrical industry. The title “Master Electrician”… Read More »Master Electrician
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is the peak industry body representing electrical and communications contractors in Australia. NECA provides advocacy, education, and support to its members, which include… Read More »NECA (National Electrical and Communications Association)
Ohms (symbol: Ω) is the unit used to measure electrical resistance, which is the opposition that a material or component offers to the flow of electric current. The concept of… Read More »Ohms (symbol: Ω)
Ohm’s Law is a fundamental principle in electricity that explains the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in an electrical circuit. It states that the current flowing through a circuit… Read More »Ohms Law
A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit where multiple paths are available for current to flow. In this setup, components like light bulbs or resistors are connected across… Read More »Parallel Circuit
Polarity in electricity refers to the direction or orientation of electrical charges in a circuit. It determines which terminal is positive (+) and which is negative (−). In a direct… Read More »Polarity
Power factor is a measure of how effectively electrical power is being used in a system. It is a ratio, expressed as a number between 0 and 1 (or as… Read More »Power Factor
A relay is an electromechanical or electronic device used to control one electrical circuit by opening and closing contacts in another circuit. It functions as a switch that is operated… Read More »Relay
Safety switches, also known as Residual Current Devices (RCDs), are critical safety devices designed to protect individuals from electric shock and prevent electrical fires. In Australia, including Port Macquarie, NSW,… Read More »Safety Switches (RCDs)
A short circuit is an electrical fault that occurs when electricity takes an unintended path with little or no resistance. Instead of flowing through the intended circuit—such as a light,… Read More »Short Circuit
Single-phase power is a type of electrical power distribution commonly used in residential and small commercial buildings in Australia. It refers to a system where electrical power is delivered through… Read More »Single Phase Power
A socket outlet is a device that provides a connection point for plugging in electrical equipment, delivering power safely from a building’s wiring system. It is one of the most… Read More »Socket outlet
A surface outlet is a type of power outlet that is mounted directly onto the surface of a wall or structure, rather than being recessed into it. It provides a… Read More »Surface outlet
A surge protector is an electrical device designed to protect electrical equipment from voltage spikes and surges, which can be caused by lightning strikes, power outages, or other disruptions in… Read More »Surge Protector
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