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    How To Wire a Toggle Switch?
    This is a quick and easy guide on how to wire your toggle switch. What is a toggle switch? A toggle switch is a type of electrical switch that has a leveler/ handler ...
  • How to Wire a Garbage Disposal?
    Garbage disposals are connected in two ways: hardwired directly into a dedicated circuit, or wired with appliance cords plugged into wall outlets. If the garbage dispo...
  • AFCI vs GFCI Interrupters Compared: The Guide
    AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) and GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) are two types of breakers. The key difference between the two is that AFCI protects fr...
  • Single-phase vs Three-Phase Power: Key Differences
    Depending on the load distribution, an alternating power supply can be categorized into single-phase and three-phase. The main difference is that single-phase power is...
  • Choosing Monocrystalline vs. Polycrystalline Solar Panels
     Monocrystalline and polycrystalline are the two most commonly available solar panels. Read this blog to find out which will likely work best for you. Monocrystallin...
  • How Many Amps Does a Window AC Use?
    A window AC pulls approximately 5-12 Amps, with some models using more amps. Here is the breakdown based on the capacity of a window AC: Small window AC units (5,000 ...
  • How Many Amps Can 16 Gauge Wire Handle?
    The ampacity of 16 AWG copper wire at 90°C (194°F) is 18 Amps as per Table 310.15(B)(16) of NEC.  Unlike other cables, the amperage for 16 AWG wire is not specified fo...
  • How do you wire an outlet from another outlet?
    Why Wire Outlet From Another Outlet? Wiring one outlet from another, or "daisy-chaining," is common in residential and commercial electrical installations for several...