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Arquitectura y Construcción - Electrical System

Aquí aprenderá algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con el sistema eléctrico, como "outlet", "receptacle" y "switch".

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outlet
[Sustantivo]

a place where we can plug in electric devices to connect them to the electricity

enchufe

enchufe

outlet box
[Sustantivo]

a protective enclosure used to house electrical connections, outlets, switches, or other electrical devices, providing a safe and organized method for electrical wiring in buildings

caja de salida, caja de conexiones

caja de salida, caja de conexiones

junction box
[Sustantivo]

a general-purpose electrical box used to house wire connections and protect them from external elements

caja de conexiones, caja de empalme

caja de conexiones, caja de empalme

Ex: Before installing the ceiling fan , he checked junction box to ensure it could support the weight .
plug
[Sustantivo]

an device consisted of two or three metal pins that can connect a piece of electrical equipment to a power supply when fitted into the holes of an electric outlet

enchufe

enchufe

dimmer switch
[Sustantivo]

a type of electrical switch that allows users to adjust the brightness or intensity of a light fixture or lamp by controlling the amount of electrical power supplied to it

interruptor regulador, dimmer

interruptor regulador, dimmer

Ex: With the dimmer switch, they were able to adjust the lighting in the dining room for a more intimate dinner .
switch
[Sustantivo]

something such as a button or key that turns a machine, lamp, etc. on or off

interruptor

interruptor

Ex: switch on the blender had multiple settings for different blending speeds .
cable
[Sustantivo]

a group of wires bundled together for transmitting electricity that is protected within a rubber case

cable

cable

fuse box
[Sustantivo]

a container that houses several fuses related to the electrical system of a single building or house

caja de fusibles

caja de fusibles

electrical panel
[Sustantivo]

a distribution board or control panel that houses electrical circuit breakers, fuses, and other components to control and distribute electricity throughout a building or structure

panel eléctrico, tablero de distribución

panel eléctrico, tablero de distribución

Ex: If a circuit trips , check electrical panel to see if the breaker needs to be reset .
cable television
[Sustantivo]

a system of delivering television programming to subscribers, using wires under the ground

televisión por cable, cablevisión

televisión por cable, cablevisión

coaxial cable
[Sustantivo]

a special type of wire that carries signals, like TV or Internet, using a central wire surrounded by a layer called insulation along with a metal covering to protect the signals from interference

cable coaxial, cable coaxial de señal

cable coaxial, cable coaxial de señal

wire
[Sustantivo]

a long and thin piece of metal that carries an electric current

cable

cable

Ex: The electrician carefully stripped the insulation from wire to connect it to the light fixture .

a type of electrical cable specifically designed for direct burial underground, featuring a moisture-resistant jacket and insulation to ensure safe and reliable power distribution in outdoor or underground applications

cable de alimentación subterráneo, cable de alimentación enterrado

cable de alimentación subterráneo, cable de alimentación enterrado

armored cable
[Sustantivo]

a type of electrical cable that has a protective metal armor layer surrounding the insulated conductors, providing additional mechanical and electrical protection against damage, moisture, and other hazards

cable blindado, cable con armadura

cable blindado, cable con armadura

low-voltage wire
[Sustantivo]

electrical wiring that is designed to carry low voltage signals, typically below 50 volts, such as those used in telecommunications, security systems, audiovisual installations, and low-power lighting applications

cable de baja tensión, hilo de baja tensión

cable de baja tensión, hilo de baja tensión

live wire
[Sustantivo]

a wire that carries electrical current and has the potential to cause electric shock or injury if touched

cable electrificado, cable bajo tensión

cable electrificado, cable bajo tensión

neutral wire
[Sustantivo]

an electrical conductor in an electrical system that carries current back from the load to the source, completing the circuit and providing a return path for the electrical current

hilo neutro, cable neutro

hilo neutro, cable neutro

earth wire
[Sustantivo]

a safety conductor in an electrical system that provides a path for electrical current to flow into the ground, preventing electric shock and protecting against electrical faults

cable de tierra, conductor de puesta a tierra

cable de tierra, conductor de puesta a tierra

Ex: If earth wire is disconnected , the risk of electrical accidents increases significantly .

a backup electrical system designed to provide electricity in the event of a power outage or emergency situation, ensuring the operation of critical equipment or essential services

sistema de energía de emergencia, sistema eléctrico de respaldo

sistema de energía de emergencia, sistema eléctrico de respaldo

surge protector
[Sustantivo]

a device that helps protect electrical and electronic devices from voltage spikes and surges by diverting excess electrical energy to the ground, safeguarding against potential damage or data loss

protector contra sobretensiones, supresor de picos de voltaje

protector contra sobretensiones, supresor de picos de voltaje

Ex: When installing a new home theater system , it 's essential to use surge protector for safety .

an electrical safety device designed to detect and mitigate the risk of arc faults in electrical circuits, which can lead to electrical fires

interruptor de circuito por fallos de arco, dispositivo de interrupción de circuito por arco

interruptor de circuito por fallos de arco, dispositivo de interrupción de circuito por arco

subpanel
[Sustantivo]

an additional electrical panel that is connected to the main electrical panel and used to distribute power to specific areas or circuits within a building

subpanel, panel secundario

subpanel, panel secundario

Ex: If you plan to add more rooms to the house , subpanel might be necessary to handle the increased electrical demand .
grounding system
[Sustantivo]

an integral part of an electrical installation that provides a safe path for electrical current to flow into the ground in the event of a fault or electrical surge, reducing the risk of electrical shock, equipment damage, and fire hazards

sistema de puesta a tierra, sistema de conexión a tierra

sistema de puesta a tierra, sistema de conexión a tierra

meter base
[Sustantivo]

a device that houses the electrical meter and provides a secure connection point for the utility company to measure and monitor the electrical usage of a building

base del medidor, banco del medidor

base del medidor, banco del medidor

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