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Electrical plugs and socket outlets for household use in South Africa Plugs and sockets for electrical appliances that are not hardwired to the mains supply originated in the United Kingdom in the 1870’s. British standards proliferated throughout the former British Empire to become the de facto standards that we know today. Introduced in South Africa…
What are the different types of inverters? There are 3 major types of inverters: Pure sine wave Modified sine wave and Square wave South Africa operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Therefore the electrical current periodically (50 times a second) reverses direction and changes its magnitude continuously. http://nanoelectrical.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sine-wave-on-scope.mp4 If we measure the oscillations…
The benefits of gate automation Apart from the convenience of gate automation, the humble gate motor has become a critical security component of every household. According to a 2019 News24 report, 85% of residential contact crimes start at the driveway gate. Preventing unauthorised entry isn’t the only safety feature of motorised gates. Enclosing your yard…
Electricity really can leak into the ground If your electricity bill is higher than it should be, there are many possible causes to consider. Despite installing energy-efficient appliances and adhering to energy-efficient best practices, your electricity bill may still be high due to an electrical fault or phantom loads constantly drawing power. Most homeowners don’t…
Understanding the difference between Polycrystalline and Monocrystalline solar panels So, you’re shopping around for solar panels and you are presented with the option of buying Polycrystalline or Monocrystalline solar panels. Which one do you choose? The colour comparison between monocrystalline (black) and polycrystalline (purple) photovoltaic cells Monocrystalline cells are made from a single silicon crystal,…
Distribution Board Surge Protection Lightning strikes, powerline faults and powerups after load shedding are all causes of electrical surges. A surge protection device mounted in a small distribution board Surge arresters that are mounted in distribution boards are designed to protect valuable household electronics and prevent electrical shorts that could cause electrical fires. Distribution Board…
