What Is Continuity Testing?
Posted by Marc Piloian on November 16, 2021
In simple terms, a continuity test verifies that current will flow in an electrical circuit (i.e. that the circuit is continuous). The test is performed by placing a small voltage between 2 or more endpoints of the circuit. The flow of current can be verified qualitatively (e.g. by observing a light or buzzer in series • Read More >>
How Are Wiring Harnesses Built?
Posted by John Ashour on August 10, 2021
We’ve been talking a lot about how to Remove Insulation From A Wiring Harness, How To Mark Shrink Tubing for a Wiring Harness, and How To Laser Mark Wire For A Wiring Harness – but how are these wiring harnesses actually built? Today we’re going to tell you how! Although they can range in • Read More >>
Aircraft Plugs and Receptacle Connectors Are Just Like Legos – Here’s Why
Posted by Clare McGarrey on April 9, 2019
As I was helping my son put together the huge Harry Potter Lego Set he saved up for with his chores and gift money, I focused in on the details of two particular Legos. Unless you have been living on a different planet, you know that Legos fit together with “male” and “female” pieces. This • Read More >>
Is Insulation Resistance Testing Important?
Posted by Clare McGarrey on February 26, 2019
Do you know what that color coating on the outside of a wire is called? It is called insulation. And did you know that the day that wire is developed, the insulation of the wire starts to age and deteriorate? Unfortunately, it is true. Wire insulation is not like a fine wine; it does • Read More >>
What is Continuity Testing?
Posted by Marc Piloian on March 28, 2016
In simple terms, a continuity test verifies that current will flow in an electrical circuit (i.e. that the circuit is continuous). The test is performed by placing a small voltage between 2 or more endpoints of the circuit. The flow of current can be verified qualitatively (e.g. by observing a light or buzzer in series • Read More >>
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