What are the Electrical Installation Materials?
Electrical installation materials include various equipment and materials used to build, maintain or expand electrical systems. Electrical installation materials generally must comply with safety standards, be durable and reliable. Here are some commonly used electrical installation materials:
Cables and Wires:
Electrical Cables: These are insulated wires used for energy transmission. There are various types, for example, NYM cables are often used in household installations.
Fiber Optic Cables: Cables used for data transmission that contain thin glass or plastic wires.
Sockets and Switches:
Electrical Sockets: Electrical contact points mounted on walls, used to connect plugs and electrical devices.
Switches: Mechanical switches used to control lighting or other electrical devices.
Circuit Breakers and Fuses:
Circuit Breaker (MCB - Miniature Circuit Breaker): An automatic device used to close the circuit in cases of overcurrent.
Fuses: Protective elements that open the circuit in case of overcurrent and are usually disposable.
Electrical Boxes and Channels:
Distribution Boxes (Boards): Boxes in which cables are put together and circuit Deckers or fuses are located.
Cable Channels: Plastic or metal channels used to organize and protect cables on walls or floors.
Grounding Materials:
Grounding Rods: Metal rods connected to the grounding system of the electrical installation.
Grounding Cables: These are the cables connected to the grounding system and are used for security.
Lamp Holders and Lighting Materials:
Lamp Holders: Elements used to hold light bulbs.
Lighting Fixtures: Fixtures that support lamps and lighting systems.
Electrical Measuring Devices:
Voltmeter: A device used to measure voltage.
Ammeter: A device used to measure current.
Ohmmeter: A device used to measure resistance.
Telecommunications and Data Materials:
Ethernet Cables: Cables used for computer networks.
Telephone Sockets and Cables: Ports and cables used for telephone lines.
These materials are the basic components of the electrical installation. Since electrical work always requires expertise and safety, it is important to get help from a competent electrical specialist before performing such operations.
