In the electronics manufacturing world, we occasionally encounter printed circuit board (PCB) failures that need to be troubleshot. With our nearly two decades of experience with electronics manufacturing, we thought an article about how to fix an electrical issue would helpful. This post is going ...
so there is little to go wrong. This Fix-It Guide tells how an electrical receptacle works, what often goes wrong, how to identify an electrical receptacle problem, and what parts and tools you will need
The circuit breaker is an essential device in the modern world and one of the most important safety mechanisms in your home. Whenever electrical wiring in a building has too much current flowing through it, these simple machines cut the power until somebody can fix the problem. Without circuit...
If either component fails to supply adequate voltage or amperage, the charging speed drops noticeably. Even minor wear, like fraying or bent connectors, can disrupt the electrical flow. 2. Too Many Background Apps Running too many apps in the background consumes power, even while charging. ...
The metal inside of your iPhone can still stop working if liquid comes into contact. And if you get liquid inside your iPhone’s charging port, the same can happen. So, you still need to be careful when using your smartphone. Without an electrical current passing through the metal, the ...
Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging—the electrical outlet was not working. Is there something I can do to fix the outlet myself, or should I call an electrician? A:A power outlet not working is not only an inconvenience but...
Am I going to get electrocuted? Take a deep breath. This common error may sound alarming, but it likely has an easy fix. The message simply means your USB device is trying to draw more electrical power than the USB port can provide. The port then turns off to prevent damage. Do not ...
When an electric outlet is live, you can plug in an appliance or stereo and turn it on, but sometimes, you need to cap off an electrical outlet. It's not very difficult to disable an electrical outlet with appropriate know-how and simple tools.
To reduce the risk of damage caused by an electrical spike, plug your computer system into a UL-rated surge protector. Turn it off and unplug it entirely when a thunderstorm is brewing. If you come home after a storm and the power is still out, turn your computer off and unplug it so...
I wondered if the brick that plugs in was so big and heavy that the prongs were falling out of the electrical outlet. When plugged in, there were sparks. So the plug was recycled. Then, I had to use the long cord version of the power adapter. I would plug in the power adapter, ...