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7 Types and Uses of Cable Trays
A cable tray is a support system used in buildings for electrical wiring. It provides support for insulated cables, primarily used for power distribution. Cable trays are a popular choice for cable management in commercial and industrial buildings, offering an alternative to electrical conduit or op...
Soil Thermal Resistivity and Cable Sizing
When it comes to designing underground electrical installations, cable sizing plays a crucial role. Choosing the right cable size that can operate safely below its transmission capacity is essential to prevent thermal failure. In this article, we will discuss the basics of soil thermal resistivity a...
Copper vs Aluminium Cables: Importance of Bimetallic Lugs
When it comes to electrical installations, choosing the right type of cable is crucial for the performance and safety of the system. Copper and aluminium are two of the most popular materials used in electrical cables and wires, each with its own unique set of characteristics that make it suitable f...
How To Calculate Voltage Drop
Voltage drop, also known as voltage loss, is the reduction in voltage that occurs as electricity flows through a conductor, such as a cable or wire. It is an important consideration in any electrical installation, as it can cause problems with the operation of equipment and devices that are powered ...
What type of cable is used for solar panels?
A solar power system is a worthy investment for homeowners and businesses alike. But installations can get costly when you use the wrong cable sizes. We recommend that you use CableHero, a solar cable size calculator that complies with AS/NZS 3008 for any solar power installation. Solar Systems in H...
Why Is Derating Cables Necessary?
You can customise your cable sizing calculations to determine derating factors based on AS/NZS 3008 using our CableHero cable sizing calculator. But why is it important for us to derate electrical wires? Let’s understand cable derating in this article. What does derating mean? Accordin...
The Minimum Bend Radius of Cables
When cable sizing, what is the importance of determining the minimum bend radius of cables? What is Bend Radius? Before we discuss the minimum bend radius, let us first define what bend radius is. The bend radius is the rounded form in which an electrical cable can be curved or bent without getting ...
History of Electrical Cabling in Adelaide
When was the electrical cable first used? Read this to learn about its history in Adelaide and why our solar cable size calculator is useful today....