Connectors are commonly used to connect wires to electrical equipment and devices. While available in different styles, they typically feature a plastic outer shell and a conductive interior. The conductive interior features the metal contacts needed to facilitate the flow …

Photovoltaic (PV) wire is an essential part of all solar panel installations. Also known as solar wire, it’s used to connect the individual solar panels together. You can connect solar panels using either a series or parallel configuration, but you’ll …

Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors are found just about everywhere. They are used for cameras, printers, portable storage drives, computer mouses, keyboards, video game consoles and more. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the specification, you’ve probably seen USB connectors before. …

When switching from a vehicle with an internal combustion engine (ICE) to an electric vehicle (EV), you might be surprised to discover that the latter doesn’t have an alternator. Alternators are an essential component of nearly all ICE-powered vehicles. Whether …

When working with solar panels, you may need to use a solar unlocking tool. Statistics show that over 3% of all U.S. electricity comes from solar panels. Whether monocrystalline or polycrystalline, you can install them on the roof of your …

You should check your roof before installing solar panels. Whether residential or commercial, most solar panel installations involve roof mounting. The solar panels are mounted on the roof of a home or building where they are able to capture and …

Insulation is an essential part of nearly all wires and cables. Consisting of a nonconductive outer layer, it encases the conductor or conductors while simultaneously protecting them from environmental damage. Insulation may also protect against signal loss. It minimizes electrical …

You shouldn’t believe everything you hear about solar panels. Consisting of an array of photovoltaic (PV) cells, solar panels offer a readily available source of clean, renewable energy. You can install them outdoors to power your home or business. There …

A recent survey conducted by Pew Research Center found that 8% of homeowners in the United States use solar panels to generate some or all of their home’s electricity. Solar panels are made of a photovoltaic (PV) material, such as …