Print Reading and Blueprints Flashcards
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What type of electrical drawing shows the interconnection of components using standardized symbols without regard to physical location?
Answer: Schematic diagram
A schematic diagram uses standardized symbols to show electrical connections and functions without representing the physical layout.
On a panel schedule, the 'kVA' or 'VA' column refers to:
Answer: The volt-ampere load connected to each circuit
The VA (volt-ampere) column in a panel schedule indicates the calculated or connected load for each circuit.
A 'single-line diagram' (one-line diagram) is used to show:
Answer: The overall power distribution system using single lines to represent three-phase conductors
A single-line diagram uses one line to represent all conductors of a power system, showing the overall layout of generation, distribution, and protection.
What does 'NTS' written on a drawing mean?
Answer: Not To Scale
NTS (Not To Scale) is a notation indicating that the drawing dimensions cannot be measured proportionally from the printed drawing.
On a mechanical or electrical plan, what does 'EWC' typically stand for?
Answer: Electric Water Cooler
EWC stands for Electric Water Cooler, a common abbreviation on electrical plans for designating drinking fountain/water cooler circuits.
Revision clouds on a blueprint indicate:
Answer: Sections of the drawing that have been changed since the last issued version
Revision clouds are drawn around modified areas of a blueprint to highlight what has changed between drawing revisions.
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