Summary of Electrical Current (Amperage) Basics

00:00:00 - 00:15:00

This YouTube video discusses the basics of electrical current (amperage). The technician explains that current is measured by the amount of force needed to move electrons through a conductor. When the resistance to electron movement is reduced, more electrons will move. The video also discusses how current and voltage are related and how parallel circuits work.

• 00:00:00 In this video, a technician explains what current is and how it is measured. Current is measured by the amount of force needed to move electrons through a conductor. When the resistance to electron movement is reduced, more electrons will move.
• 00:05:00 The video discusses the basics of electrical current, voltage, and resistance. It explains that when a current is too high, it is usually due to a resistance that is too low. It also discusses how current and voltage are related and how parallel circuits work.
• 00:10:00 The video discusses the basics of electrical current (amperage). It explains that current can flow through low resistance paths, such as a wire touching metal back to ground. This can lead to a high current being drawn, which can cause a breaker to trip. It also discusses how a thermostat can get heated up as a result of high current being drawn, and how it can sometimes be caused by a problem with an electronic switch within the thermostat.
• 00:15:00 In this video, the basics of electrical current are discussed. Current is measured in amps, and a solenoid can be ruined if it's disconnected from the reversing valve it's connected to. When measuring current, make sure to center the conductor in the jaws of the meter.