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Architecture et Construction - Système Électrique

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés au système électrique tels que "prise", "réceptacle" et "interrupteur".

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outlet
outlet
[nom]

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

prise (de courant)

prise (de courant)

Ex: He plugged his phone charger into the outlet to charge his phone. 
outlet box

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

boîte de dérivation, boîtier de prise

boîte de dérivation, boîtier de prise

Ex: The electrician installed the outlet box before adding the new electrical outlets in the living room. 
junction box

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

boîte de jonction, boîtier de connexion

boîte de jonction, boîtier de connexion

Ex: The electrician installed a junction box to keep the wires organized and secure. 
plug
plug
[nom]

a 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

prise

prise

Ex: She inserted the plug into the outlet to charge her phone. 
receptacle

an electrical device installed in a building that provides a point of connection for electrical plugs to access the power supply

prise électrique, prise de courant

prise électrique, prise de courant

dimmer switch

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

interrupteur variateur, gradateur d'intensité

interrupteur variateur, gradateur d'intensité

Ex: She installed a dimmer switch in the living room to create a cozy atmosphere during movie nights. 
switch
switch
[nom]

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

bouton

bouton

Ex: She pressed the switch to turn on the light in the room. 
circuit breaker

a protective device that automatically interrupts the flow of electricity in an electrical circuit when it detects an overload, short circuit, or other electrical fault, thereby preventing damage to the circuit and reducing the risk of electrical hazards

disjoncteur, coupe-circuit

disjoncteur, coupe-circuit

cable
cable
[nom]

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

câble

câble

Ex: The electrician installed a new cable to ensure a stable power supply to the building. 
wiring
wiring
[nom]

the system of electrical conductors, cables, and connections used to transmit electricity and provide power to electrical devices and fixtures within a building or structure

câblage, installation électrique

câblage, installation électrique

fuse box

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

boîte à fusibles

boîte à fusibles

Ex: The electrician had to replace the blown fuse in the fuse box to restore power to the kitchen. 
electrical panel

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

tableau électrique, panneau électrique

tableau électrique, panneau électrique

Ex: The electrician replaced the faulty breaker in the electrical panel to restore power to the living room. 
cable television

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

télévision par câble, télévision câblée

télévision par câble, télévision câblée

Ex: Cable television offers subscribers access to hundreds of channels, including premium and specialty networks. 
coaxial cable

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

câble coaxial, câble coax

câble coaxial, câble coax

Ex: The technician replaced the old coaxial cable to improve the signal strength for the television. 
wire
wire
[nom]

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

fil électrique

fil électrique

Ex: The electrician installed new wire to ensure the lights functioned properly. 
underground feeder cable

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

câble d'alimentation souterrain, câble feeder souterrain

câble d'alimentation souterrain, câble feeder souterrain

Ex: The electrician buried the underground feeder cable to connect the power supply to the outdoor shed. 
armored cable

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

câble blindé, câble armé

câble blindé, câble armé

Ex: When installing outdoor lighting, it is important to use armored cable to protect the wires from the elements. 
low-voltage wire

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

fil basse tension, câble basse tension

fil basse tension, câble basse tension

Ex: The landscaper installed low-voltage wire to power the outdoor lights along the garden path. 
live wire

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

fil sous tension, conducteur sous tension

fil sous tension, conducteur sous tension

Ex: Be cautious when working near live wires to avoid electrical shocks. 
neutral wire

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

fil neutre, conducteur neutre

fil neutre, conducteur neutre

Ex: When installing a new outlet, make sure to connect the neutral wire properly to avoid any issues. 
earth wire

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

fil de terre, conducteur de terre

fil de terre, conducteur de terre

Ex: Always check that the earth wire is properly attached before using any electrical equipment. 
emergency power system

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

système d'alimentation de secours, groupe électrogène de secours

système d'alimentation de secours, groupe électrogène de secours

Ex: The hospital has an emergency power system to ensure critical equipment keeps running during a blackout. 
surge protector

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

parafoudre, protecteur de surtension

parafoudre, protecteur de surtension

Ex: It's a good idea to use a surge protector to keep your electronics safe during a thunderstorm. 
arc-fault circuit interrupter

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

disjoncteur de défaut d'arc, interrupteur de circuit contre les défauts d'arc

disjoncteur de défaut d'arc, interrupteur de circuit contre les défauts d'arc

Ex: ChatGPT The electrician recommended installing an arc-fault circuit interrupter to improve the home's safety. 
subpanel

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

sous-panneau, tableau divisionnaire

sous-panneau, tableau divisionnaire

Ex: The electrician installed a subpanel in the garage to make it easier to manage the electrical circuits for the new workshop. 
grounding system

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

système de mise à la terre, dispositif de mise à la terre

système de mise à la terre, dispositif de mise à la terre

Ex: Installing a proper grounding system is essential to prevent electrical shocks and damage to appliances. 
service entrance

the point of entry for electrical power into a building, consisting of the main electrical panel, metering equipment, and associated components

entrée de service, point d'entrée électrique

entrée de service, point d'entrée électrique

meter base

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 de compteur, support de compteur

base de compteur, support de compteur

Ex: The utility company needs access to the meter base for regular readings of electricity usage. 
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