[Jewelry making - Article 00338] - Re: [Orchid] Electrical question

[James Binnion]

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>         Regarding polarity: It is my understanding that plugs are
>     polarized (one prong wider than the other) to protect electronic
>     components from power spikes, and it has nothing to do with
>     grounding the appliance. True or false? 

    Janet, It has nothing to do with spike or surge protection.  It is
    not about grounding. It is to try to insure that the neutral and hot
    leads do not get reversed for safety. Grounding is accomplished by
    the ground conductor not the neutral. 

Jim Binnion


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