You’re probably familiar with the standard and more common 120v outlet (sometimes known … See more

The outlets and plugs for 120v appliances have, as we mentioned, three wires, but only one of these is “hot” – that is, actually carrying electric current – and is usually blue or blac… See more

The outlets and plugs themselves are larger than 120v ones and have at least three (sometimes four) differently shaped holes and prongs. Three-prong outlets, then, com… See more

With respect to 240 volt matters, you may have heard the terms “single phase” and “3 phase.” These are very different electrical animals and call for different approaches. As we men… See more

With 240 volt plug wiring and outlets, as we mentioned earlier, the circuitry and number of wires are different, and the fire hazard and chance of severe shock are greater. So installation … See more