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When it comes to commercial electrical load calculations, it's crucial to ensure that you have the right size branch-circuit conductors and overcurrent protection. In this article, we'll explore the different requirements for various types of equipment and provide you with the necessary information to make accurate calculations. Read More: What is the electricity consumption of LED Christmas lights? Electric Heat When sizing branch-circuit conductors and overcurrent protection for electric heating, it's important to consider the total heating load, including blower motors. The conductors and protection devices should be at least 125% of the total heating load. Additionally, the feeder or service demand load for electric heating equipment should be calculated at 100% of the total heating load. Kitchen Equipment For commercial kitchen equipment, it's essential to size the branch-circuit conductors and overcurrent protection based on the appliance nameplate rating. If the ...

If you've ever observed different venues, you may have noticed similar lighting positions despite their architectural differences. These lighting positions are designed to effectively illuminate presenters or scenery on the stage. When setting up a lighting grid for an auditorium renovation, conversion, or new build, it's important to consider basic lighting design theories and follow certain guidelines to achieve an effective and flexible lighting grid. Read More: Owner Maintenance Zoning Your Stage Before considering lighting fixtures or their placement, it's recommended to zone your stage. To do this, divide the stage into overlapping circles or zones between 8-12 feet in diameter. The number of zones will depend on the size of your stage. Zoning allows for even lighting coverage and the flexibility to draw focus to specific areas. For example, you can dim the area where the praise band is set up and focus on the pastor. This approach provides higher flexibility and crea...

Solar lights are a great addition to any outdoor space, providing convenient and environmentally-friendly lighting. However, it can be frustrating when they start to blink or flicker. Don't worry, though, because there are a few common reasons why this happens, and most of them can be easily fixed. In this article, we'll explore the causes of blinking solar lights and provide solutions to get them working properly again. Read More: Solar fairy lights and how to repair them The Light Fixtures One possible reason for your solar lights flickering is a problem with the light fixtures themselves. Start by replacing the light bulbs and see if the flickering stops. If it doesn't, there may be another issue, and you should investigate further. The Batteries Are Not Charging Sometimes, the weather conditions may not be ideal for solar panel charging. If you notice that the sun is frequently blocked, it could be the reason why your solar panel is not charging. Additionally, the batte...

Are you tired of dealing with a malfunctioning gas pool heater? We understand the frustration of having your pool water stay cold or encountering issues like leaks and loud noises. Gas pool heater troubleshooting can be a headache, but with the right information, you can solve common problems yourself or effectively communicate with a service technician. Read More: What Causes Green Pool Water & How to Fix It Gas Pool Heater Troubleshooting List If your pool heater isn't working properly, here are the most common problems you may encounter: Heater won't turn on Pilot light won't ignite Pilot light keeps going out Water isn't reaching desired temperature Heater cycles on and off frequently Heater is leaking water Rust in the pool from the heater Heater is making loud noises Gas Pool Heater Won't Turn On The most common issue is when the gas pool heater fails to start. The problem can be as simple as ensuring the power is turned on or the gas valve is open. Howeve...

Swimming pool lights are incredibly popular in North America. In this article, we will explain the differences between 12V and 120V pool lights to help you choose the best lighting solution. LED lights are currently the dominant force in pool lighting, so we will be comparing 12V LED pool lights and 120V LED pool lights. Read More:  A Comprehensive Look on Minger Strip Lights 120V Pool Light 12V Pool Light Feature Comparison The table below allows you to compare the major differences between the two products to gain a better understanding. Feature 12V Pool Light 120V Pool Light Safety Low voltage, safer Safe, but requires correct installation and protection Energy Efficiency Same wattage, same electricity consumption   Purchasing Cost Additional transformer required More expensive than 12V pool light, but no transformer needed Lifespan No difference Trending towards increasing popularity Pressure Loss Affected? No Yes Usage Restrictions None Yes This is followed by a detailed ...

First, work out the wattage per metre of your LED strip. Then divide the total wattage of your power supply by the wattage per metre of your strip to work out how many metres of that strip you can run from the power supply. Follow For More:  Edgar M Downs Wattage of power supply ÷ Wattage of LED strip = Total metres you can run off that strip E.G. 200w power supply ÷ 12w per metre LED strip = 16.6m metres of LED strip maximum for this power supply Note : we advise to leave a 10% headroom on the power supplies (this is optional, but it helps your power supply last longer). So you would takeaway 10% end of the equation. E.G. 200w power supply ÷ 12w per metre LED strip = 16.6m metres of LED strip maximum for this power supply - 10% = 14.94 metres maximum including optional headroom What wattage does each metre of my LED strip lights draw? If you already have some LED tape but have no clue what wattage per metre the strips use, here’s a general guide: The voltage is usually marked on...