Circuit diagrams, schematic symbols, component functions Flashcards
What is the name of an electrical wiring diagram that uses standard component symbols? (T6C01)
Schematic
What do the symbols on an electrical schematic represent? (T6C12)
Electrical Components
Which of the following is accurately represented in electrical schematics? (T6C13)
The way components are interconnected
What is component 1 in figure T1? (T6C02)
Resistor (Function is to limit the input current)
What is component 2 in figure T1? (T6C03)
Transistor
What is the function of component 2 in Figure T1? (T6D10)
Control the flow of current
What is component 3 in figure T1? (T6C04)
Lamp
What is component 4 in figure T1? (T6C05)
Battery
What type of switch is represented by component 3 in figure T2? (T6D03)
Single-pole single-throw (It turns the power supply on and off)
What is component 4 in figure T2? (T6C09)
Transformer
What component is commonly used to change 120V AC house current to a lower AC voltage for other uses? (T6D06)
Transformer
Which of the following devices or circuits changes an alternating current into a varying direct current signal? (T6D01)
Rectifier
What is component 6 in figure T2? (T6C06)
Capacitor (Filter Capacitor and its function is to filter out remnants of the 60 Hz AC that are part of the varying direct current signal.)
What is component 8 in figure T2? (T6C07)
Light Emitting Diode (LED is a pilot light, serving to alert a user when the power supply is on).
What is component 9 in figure T2? (T6C08)
Variable resistor