What Causes an Electrical Short Circuit?

March 3, 2021

Technician adjusting wiring in an electrical control panel with orange gloves

The term short circuit is often used somewhat incorrectly to refer to any wiring problem in an electrical circuit. True short circuits occur when electrical circuit wires or wire connections are exposed or damaged; they must be diagnosed and repaired as soon as possible.

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Original Article Source Credits: the spruce, https://www.thespruce.com

Article Written By: Elizabeth McGrath

Original Article Posted on: 01/22/21

Link to Original Article: https://www.thespruce.com/what-causes-short-circuits-4118973

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