In a nutshell the answer is, Yes. The why takes a bit longer to explain. The most basic explanation on why wire size (thickness) matters is because the thinner a wire is (higher gauge) the more resistance there will be to the flow of current. More resistance means more energy loss, more energy loss means higher electricity cost, more resistance means more heat, more heat increases the chances of wire failure and combustion. A practical example: Straton Electrical was recently asked … [Read more...] about Does Size Really Matter For My Electrical Cable?
16 October 2019’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage 2
Eskom implemented Stage 2 load shedding from 9:00am to 11:00 am as a result of plant breakdowns/increased power supply/tea lady at head office tripping the main breaker/rain on the coal supply/general petulance/upcoming elections/misguided support of Another Night of Candles. Click Here to see all the Nelson Mandela Bay Loadshedding groups. Brought to you by Straton Electrical - for all your electrical contracting, maintenance and repair needs. Get a quick run down of what size … [Read more...] about 16 October 2019’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage 2
