Cables, Connectors, and Tools Flashcards
Solid conductors have a lower resistance than stranded conductors. Therefore, they have _____ampacity.
(lesser or greater)
Solid conductors have a lower resistance than stranded conductors. Therefore, they have greater ampacity.
A good rule of thumb is to use wire only in applications where voltage expectations do not surpass ____% of the wire’s maximum voltage rating.
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A good rule of thumb is to use wire only in applications where voltage expectations do not surpass 80% of the wire’s maximum voltage rating.
When multiple wires are secured together according to a particular organization by design, the resulting unit is called a ______. The is a unit of separate wires that are not encased collectively in a protective covering.
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When multiple wires are secured together according to a particular organization by design, the resulting unit is called a harness. The harness is a unit of separate wires that are not encased collectively in a protective covering.
A group of wires encased within a protective covering, or sheath is called a ______
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cable
A plug, also called a _____ connector, consists of one or more exposed pins.
(male or female)
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male
The jack, also called a receptacle or ______ connector, has spaces.
(male or female)
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female