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- 2. gauge: A measure of the diameter of a wire, which affects the wire's current-carrying capacity and resistance.
- 5. (nonmetallic cable): A type of electrical cable consisting of multiple insulated conductors, typically used in residential wiring.
- 7. screwdriver: A type of screwdriver with a flat blade designed to fit into the straight, horizontal slot of a screw.
- 10. wire: The wire in an electrical circuit that carries current to the load; it is typically colored black or red.
- 11. wire: The process of removing insulation from the ends of wires to prepare them for connection.
- 13. A tube or duct used to protect and route electrical wiring in a building.
- 14. wire cutters: Pliers used for cutting wire at an angle, commonly employed in electrical work to trim wires to length.
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- 1. stripper: A device specifically designed to strip insulation from larger cables, often used in electrical installations.
- 2. stripper: A tool used to remove the insulation from electrical wires without damaging the wire itself.
- 3. breaker: A safety device that automatically shuts off electrical flow in a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit.
- 4. A non-conductive material that surrounds wires and cables to prevent electrical shock and short circuits.
- 6. wire: The wire that carries current away from the load back to the electrical panel; it is usually colored white or gray.
- 8. screwdriver: A screwdriver with a head that fits into the cross-shaped (Phillips) indentations of a screw, allowing for better grip and torque.
- 9. A unit of measurement for electrical current, representing the flow of electric charge.
- 12. A safety feature in electrical systems that provides a path for electrical current to flow safely to the earth in case of a fault.