Terms and definitions
Abstract
This chapter contains the most important terms and definitions related to electric shock hazard, protection against electric shock, and residual current devices. All terms and definitions are based on international standards, especially the International Electrotechnical Vocabulary (IEV).
Keywords
Electric shock hazard; Protection against electric shock; Residual current devices; Electrotechnical vocabulary
| Term | Source | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| General terms | ||
| Low voltage | IEV ref 601-01-26 | A set of voltage levels used for the distribution of electricity and whose upper limit is generally accepted to be 1000 V for alternating current |
| Line conductororPhase conductor (deprecated)(identification: L) | IEV ref 826-14-09 | Conductor which ... |
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