Architecture et Construction - Système Électrique

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

prise (de courant)

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, boîte de prise

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

boîte de jonction, coffret de jonction

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

prise

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

prise électrique, receptacle électrique

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

variateur, interrupteur dimmer

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

bouton

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, disjoncteur automatique

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

câble

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, filage

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

boîte à fusibles

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

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

télévision par câble, télévision câblée

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

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

fil électrique

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 d'alimentation enfoui

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

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

câble basse tension, fil basse tension

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

fil sous tension, fil électrique actif

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

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

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 d'urgence, système électrique de secours

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, surdresseur

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

disjoncteur d'arc, interrupteur de circuit à arc

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, panneau secondaire

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, système de protection à la terre

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 de service

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

boîtier de compteur, base de compteur