Electrical Hazard Flashcards
ESD
Electrostatic discharge
Cause of build-up electricity on the surface of the skin
feet rubbing on carpet
Volt ESD is felt
3,000 volt
Volt from ESD can be up to
35,000 volts
How does ESD damage computer
By Sending high voltage to electrical parts of the computer
Protection against ESD
Wrist Strap and Anti ESD mat
Types of Anti Static bags
Dissipative and form packaging
Volts that damage computer parts
30 volts
What are computer fuse ratings
3 Amp, 5 Amp, and 13 Amps
If fuse rating is not compatible
Fuse will blow easily if the rating is too low or will not blow if the rating is too high when something goes wrong
What is Daisy chain
Plugging one power strip outlet into another
what is a problem that can occur with Daisy chain
Daisy chain Can increase the load on a circuit due to the number of electrical components pugged into the circuit
what is the benefit of grounded equipment
Provides a pathway for current to flow
What is the voltage of internal circuit of a compuetr
12 volts
How to drain residual power in a computer before working on it
Hold down power button as computer is unplugged