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House electrical wiring is a process of connecting different accessories for the distribution of electrical energy from the supplier to vari
ous appliances and equipment at home like television, lamps, air conditioners, etc. Let us look at the different types of electrical wiring that are used in domestic properties.
5 Different Types of Electrical House Wiring Systems
Cleat Wiring
This wiring comprises PVC insulated wires or ordinary VIR that are braided and compounded. It is a temporary wiring system, therefore making it unsuitable for domestic premises. Moreover, cleat wiring system is rarely being used these days. Casing and Capping Wiring
It was quite popular in the past but it is considered obsolete these days due to the popularity of the conduit and sheathed wiring system. The cables used in this electric wiring were PVC, VIR, or any other approved insulated cables. The cables were carried through the wooden casing enclosures, where the casing was made of a strip of wood with parallel grooves cut lengthwise for accommodating the cables. Batten Wiring
This is when a single electrical wire or a group of wires are laid over a wooden batten. The wires are held to the batten using a brass clip and spaced at an interval of 10 cm for horizontal runs and 15 cm for vertical runs. Lead Sheathed Wiring
Lead-sheathed wiring uses conductors which are insulated with VIR and are covered with an outer sheath of lead aluminum alloy which contains about 95% lead. The metal sheath gives protection to cables from mechanical damage, moisture, and atmospheric corrosion. Conduit Wiring
There are two types of conduit wiring according to pipe installation:
Surface Conduit Wiring When GI or PVC conduits are installed on walls or roofs, it is known as surface conduit wiring. The conduits are attached to the walls with a 2-hole strap and base clip at regular distances. Concealed Conduit Wiring When the conduits are hidden inside the wall slots or chiseled brick walls, it is called concealed conduit wiring. This is popular since it is stronger and more aesthetically appealing. Here are some Advantages and Disadvantages of Concealed Conduit Wiring System
Advantages
It is a safe wiring system. Safe from chemical effects, humidity, and other external factors
No risk of shock
It is aesthetically appealing. No risk of wear and tear, fire, or damaged cable insulation
Quite reliable
Renovations can be easily performed as you can replace old wires easily
Disadvantages
Expensive as compared to surface conduit wiring
Changing the location of switches or appliances is difficult
Installation is complex
Hard to find defects in the wiring
Adding additional conduit in the future is a tedious task
When the wiring is not done properly or isn’t maintained well, it may lead to dangerous situations such as electrical fires. Therefore, it is important that you take a lot of care while installing electrical wires and cables. If you are wondering which electrical wiring to install at your home, call us at D&F Liquidators, Inc. as we have a wide range of wiring at competitive prices and our experienced team will guide you through the selection process.