Inrush current effect is common in electric motors. Sometimes, in case of ill-designed electrical wiring systems, switching on the motor may activate the fuse. It is caused by the inrush current – ...

The main advantage a good clamp meter gives you is being able to measure current without shutting off the power. You don’t have to strip back insulation either. This makes them very popular with ...

Is this the world's toughest and most versatile electrical test and measurement instrument? The Klein Tools CL800 ($120 on Amazon) not only looks great but has a Cat III (1000 V) and Cat IV (600 V) ...

Fluke introduced a new family of clamp meters that is engineered to give electricians and maintenance technicians new ways to ways to work safely and reduce their exposure to electrical shock. The new ...

While consuming less electricity than their older, less efficient counterparts, high-efficiency motors are much more likely to trip their respective circuit protectors when they start. Initial ...