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Can a tv cable outlet and an electrical outlet be wired in the same box?
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∙ 14y ago
Yes, you can run two insulated wires through one hole in an outlet box. If it is a plastic box, you can enlarge the hole with a utility knife if you need to. What you don't want is for sharp edges to scrape into or cut the insulation. If it is that tight, you'll want to cut or drill another hole.
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∙ 14y ago
No, it is not safe or recommended to have a TV cable outlet and an electrical outlet wired in the same box. They should be on separate circuits to prevent any interference or safety hazards. It's best to consult with a qualified electrician to properly wire these outlets.
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∙ 14y agoNo, they should be in separate boxes with at least six inches (150 mm) of separation between them (in Canada).
Yes, as long as they are separated by a permanent barrier or listed divider (in the US).
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∙ 12y agoThis is not the preferred method and shows poor workmanship. Take the two hot wires and twist them together. Now take a 6" piece of wire the same colour and twist it into the other two. Install a wire nut to hold all three wires securely. Now take the short pigtail and loop it around the outlet screw. Tighten the screw. This procedure should also be used on the neutral wire that connects to the receptacle.
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How does the white wire on an outlet become hot?
a shorted out outlet can cause a backfeed on the white wire, an open circuit on the white wire with and electrical appliance plugged in to an outlet can cause the same type of backfeed
Does the electrical wall outlet half to be same hook up as hook up at box?
To ensure proper installation and safety, the electrical wall outlet should have the same hook-up as the wiring in the electrical box. It is important to follow local electrical codes and guidelines, and if you are unsure, it is recommended to consult a licensed electrician.
What is a duplex socket outlet?
A duplex socket outlet is a type of electrical outlet that features two sockets in a single unit. This design allows two devices to be plugged in at the same time, making it convenient for powering multiple devices in one location.
Do wired smoke detectors mount on electrical boxes?
Hard wired smoke detectors have to have a junction box behind them. These detectors use 120 volts as a working voltage. These types of detectors should be wired with 3 conductor #14 wire. The detector uses the black and white wires for the 120 volt source. Detectors these days have an output signal wire that can be connected to other detectors so that if one trips it will sound the alarm in other detectors that are on the same circuit. This output wire can be connected to other detectors by the third red wire in the 3 conductor cable.
What is the difference between flex outlet and spur outlet?
A flex outlet is a flexible metal conduit used for running wires in a building, while a spur outlet is an additional power outlet tapped off an existing circuit. Flex outlets provide protection for wiring in areas where it may be exposed to damage, while spur outlets are used to add extra power points in a room without running a new cable back to the main distribution board.
Can a single duplex receptical be wired for 120 volts and a second single duplex receptical be wired for 220 volts if they both reside in the same two gang electrical box?
Yes, the feeder will have to be a three wire cable.
How do you make straight cable in network?
A straight or standard cable is wired the same on both ends. What color goes where is not important, as long as it is the same.
How do you have two TVs in the same room with only one cable outlet?
You get a Splitter
How do you install an electrical circuits wiring using armored cable?
Same installation as non armored cable.
Why would plugging in an AC unit in a wall receptacle cause the fuse to blow or breaker to trip?
Is the receptacle a 110 or a 220 outlet? If it's a 110, it needs to be a 220. Are there other appliances, lights, etc. wired on the same outlet? If so, you may have to re-wire so that no other appliances, lights, etc. are wired into the same breaker. Usually the larger appliances such as air conditioners, central heat systems are wired to a separate breaker or fuse.
Which patch panel pin 3 connects to which pin on the opposite end of the cable?
On a standard patch cable the ends are wired the same. Pin 3 connects to pin 3.
How does the white wire on an outlet become hot?
a shorted out outlet can cause a backfeed on the white wire, an open circuit on the white wire with and electrical appliance plugged in to an outlet can cause the same type of backfeed
Can getting shocked by a 120 Volt electrical outlet mess up your heart-not immediately but later?
I have the same question, especially if the outlet was a heavy duty vending machine outlet. After I plugged a hair dryer into it, something went wrong. I recovered, but my health hasn't been the same.
Why only every other electrical outlet works on same wall?
For me five..ewanq nalang sa iba ...08:-)
What electrical objects use parallel curcuits?
Every single light socket and electrical outlet in your house is in parallel with all the others, and also with every single electrical outlet and light socket in all the homes of all your neighbors who share the same utility transformer with you. All of the utility transformers in your neighborhood are in parallel with each other out of the same electrical substation, and all of the substations on your side of town are in parallel out of the power generating station.
Is the wiring in your house parallel circuit?
Every single electrical outlet in your house is in parallel with every other outlet in your house. All of yours are also in parallel with every outlet in every neighbor's house that shares the same pole transformer with your house.,
What is a duplex socket outlet?
A duplex socket outlet is a type of electrical outlet that features two sockets in a single unit. This design allows two devices to be plugged in at the same time, making it convenient for powering multiple devices in one location.
