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electricity tools
The purpose of the electrical trade is to install, maintain and repair electrical wiring and devices in a place or building.
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multimeter
Device for measuring, among other things, a conductor’s resistance, the voltage between two points and the strength of the current.
measurement of electric resistance
measurement of electric potential difference
measurement of electric current
auto/manual range
Button for choosing between the automatic and manual gauge for each function.
probe
Metal tip connecting the multimeter to the circuit being tested.
housing
cord
Flexible electric wire housing the leads connecting the appliance to the electric circuit.
input terminal
Socket for receiving a probe’s cord.
selector switch
Device for selecting the desired function and the appropriate gauge for the measurement.
data hold
Function for keeping certain readings in memory.
digital display
Liquid-crystal screen displaying the reading taken by the device.