Cables, Connectors, and Tools

Question 1

Solid conductors have a lower resistance than stranded conductors. Therefore, they have _____ampacity.

(lesser or greater)

Answer 1

Solid conductors have a lower resistance than stranded conductors. Therefore, they have greater ampacity.

Question 2

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.

Answer 2

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.

Question 3

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.

Answer 3

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.

Question 4

A group of wires encased within a protective covering, or sheath is called a ______

Answer 4

cable

Question 5

A plug, also called a _____ connector, consists of one or more exposed pins.

(male or female)

Answer 5

male

Question 6

The jack, also called a receptacle or ______ connector, has spaces.

(male or female)

Answer 6

female