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What are the differences in Type 1 and Type 2 for Surge Protective Devices...

Issue : What is the definition of a Type 1 and Type 2 rating for Surge Protective Devices (SPD)? Product Line: TVSS/SPD Environment: Application Cause: Clarification Resolution: Type1: Permanently...

What is the difference between inductive and resistive loads?

Issue: What is the difference between inductive and resistive loads? Product Line: Distribution Equipment Resolution: Resistive loads are simple loads where the current and voltage sine waves are in...

How to Calculate the Required Capacity kVA Rating or Amperage Capacity for...

Issue: Calculation of kVA capacity for a Single or Three Phase Transformer, based on Winding Voltage and Amperage information. Product Line: Low Voltage (LV) Transformers Learn more about DOE 2016...

What does LSIG signify on Micrologic trip units?

Issue: What are the LSIG trip unit functions on a Micrologic trip unit? Product Line: Circuit Breakers Resolution: The letters LSIG signify the type of protection and available adjustments on certain...

What do the terms AC1 and AC3 mean?

Issue: What are the utilization categories AC-1 and AC-3? Product Line: Schneider Electric Products Environment: Inductive and Resistive Loads Resolution: AC-1 - This category applies to all AC loads...

What is Modbus and How does it work?

What is Modbus? Modbus is a serial communication protocol developed by Modicon published by Modicon® in 1979 for use with its programmable logic controllers (PLCs). In simple terms, it is a method...

NEMA 5-15 receptacle description

Issue : Which terminal is which in a standard household outlet? Cause : Informational Resolution : The NEMA 5-15 receptacle is the most common electrical receptacle in the United States and Canada....

What is the difference between PNP and NPN when describing 3 wire...

Most industrial proximity sensors (inductive, capacitive, ultrasonic and photo electric) are solid state. The term solid state refers to the type of components used within the sensor. Solid state...

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How to have access to M218 controllers in Machine Expert

The M218 controllers are not sold or supported in the US, they are only sold and supported in Asia. So to have access to them you will need to use the Local Offer code that you enter to unlock it...

What is the difference between PNP and NPN when describing 3 wire...

Most industrial proximity sensors (inductive, capacitive, ultrasonic and photo electric) are solid state. The term solid state refers to the type of components used within the sensor. Solid state...

What do the terms AC1 and AC3 mean?

Issue: What are the utilization categories AC-1 and AC-3? Product Line: Schneider Electric Products Environment: Inductive and Resistive Loads Resolution: AC-1 - This category applies to all AC loads...

How do I become a supplier for Schneider Electric?

Issue: How to become a supplier for Schneider Electric Product Line: Source Materials Environment: Products sold and used in the United States Resolution: For information and help on becoming a...

What is Modbus and How does it work?

What is Modbus? Modbus is a serial communication protocol developed by Modicon published by Modicon® in 1979 for use with its programmable logic controllers (PLCs). In simple terms, it is a method...

What does the term "NEMA Type 1A" refer to?

NEMA Standards Publication 250-1997, "Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Maximum)" no longer lists this enclosure type. This enclosure type is commonly accepted to be referring...

Insulation Resistance Testing and Humidity

Issue: How does humidity affect insulation resistance testing results? Product Line: Circuit Breakers Environment: Molded case and insulated case breakers Resolution: High humidity can drastically...

California’s Proposition 65

What is Proposition 65? California Proposition 65 is a standalone program that affects all commercial goods sold in the state of CA. This was enacted in 1986 as "The safe Drinking Water and...

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