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ELETRICITY - O CANAL DA ELÉTRICA
3 min, 18 sec
The video discusses the differences between 10-ampere and 20-ampere electrical outlets in Brazil, the reasons behind different plug sizes, and guidelines for safely upgrading outlets.
Summary
- Explains the physical differences between 10-ampere and 20-ampere outlets and the equipment compatibility.
- Clarifies why some devices come with thicker plugs, relating to the electrical current requirements.
- Advises against using adapters or enlarging holes in 10-ampere outlets for 20-ampere plugs, emphasizing the need for proper circuit dimensioning.
- Discusses the NBR14136 standard, which ensures 20-ampere outlets accommodate both 10 and 20-ampere plugs.
- Emphasizes the importance of choosing quality outlets and ensuring circuits are correctly dimensioned before making any changes.
Chapter 1
![Introduces a common issue of having an appliance with a 20-ampere plug that does not fit into a 10-ampere outlet.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5Mzc0LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--bd089255db5715efd2805329bf5443442bf0a809/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_5.jpg)
Introduces a common issue of having an appliance with a 20-ampere plug that does not fit into a 10-ampere outlet.
- Opens with a question about replacing a 10-ampere outlet with a 20-ampere one.
- Sets the context of the issue with equipment compatibility with household outlets.
![Introduces a common issue of having an appliance with a 20-ampere plug that does not fit into a 10-ampere outlet.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5Mzc0LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--bd089255db5715efd2805329bf5443442bf0a809/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_5.jpg)
Chapter 2
![Explains the physical difference between 10-ampere and 20-ampere outlets and the reason behind varying plug sizes.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5Mzc2LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--ee0667390363ff1654ff9498ce987e53495eef92/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_33.jpg)
Explains the physical difference between 10-ampere and 20-ampere outlets and the reason behind varying plug sizes.
- Describes the two types of residential outlets in Brazil and their physical characteristics.
- Explains that equipment with a current draw over 10 amperes or close to it comes with a thicker 20-ampere plug.
![Explains the physical difference between 10-ampere and 20-ampere outlets and the reason behind varying plug sizes.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5Mzc2LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--ee0667390363ff1654ff9498ce987e53495eef92/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_33.jpg)
Chapter 3
![Addresses the improper practices of adapting outlets and the importance of proper electrical infrastructure.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5Mzc4LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--68d1c1a8405011d19472511d73d2006771f6b210/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_74.jpg)
Addresses the improper practices of adapting outlets and the importance of proper electrical infrastructure.
- Mentions the use of adaptors as a common but unsafe practice.
- Discourages enlarging the holes of 10-ampere outlets and highlights the need for a circuit check before upgrading.
![Addresses the improper practices of adapting outlets and the importance of proper electrical infrastructure.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5Mzc4LCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--68d1c1a8405011d19472511d73d2006771f6b210/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_74.jpg)
Chapter 4
![Discusses the NBR14136 standard for plug and outlet manufacturing and the compatibility requirements in Brazil.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5MzgwLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--193531849b34b93a4d40b3f9543828b2bd2827df/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_126.jpg)
Discusses the NBR14136 standard for plug and outlet manufacturing and the compatibility requirements in Brazil.
- Introduces NBR14136, which requires 20-ampere outlets to accept both 10 and 20-ampere plugs.
- Tests and confirms that quality outlets meet these standards and stresses the importance of using reputable products.
![Discusses the NBR14136 standard for plug and outlet manufacturing and the compatibility requirements in Brazil.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5MzgwLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--193531849b34b93a4d40b3f9543828b2bd2827df/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_126.jpg)
Chapter 5
![Concludes with final advice on upgrading outlets and ensuring electrical system compatibility.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5MzgyLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--1ad676685724ba06cfd004b6124e3f4a014496be/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_180.jpg)
Concludes with final advice on upgrading outlets and ensuring electrical system compatibility.
- Emphasizes the need for carefully selecting quality outlets.
- Reiterates the necessity of verifying that circuits are correctly dimensioned before upgrading from 10-ampere to 20-ampere outlets.
![Concludes with final advice on upgrading outlets and ensuring electrical system compatibility.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5MzgyLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--1ad676685724ba06cfd004b6124e3f4a014496be/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/9857_180.jpg)