Socket outlets or GPOs (power points)
General power outlets (often called GPOs) are an essential part of any residential electrical installation. Find out more about how they work and where...
Types of fittings, switches and cables
Learn more about the many different types of electrical fittings, switches, cables, outlets and wiring types that are used in home electrical installations.
The fittings...
Types of electrical hardware
Many types of electrical hardware go into your home. Find out what's used, where it's used and what functions it serves.
Fuses, switchgear and wiring
Fuses,...
Fuses
Found in older homes and some electrical appliances, fuses are thin wires that break when too much current flows through them, protecting appliances from...
Ten tips to reduce your power usage
Learn the secrets to cutting your bills and improving your energy efficiency. Cutting electricity use is a great way to save both money and...
Alternative energy sources
There's nothing more efficient than using a completely renewable energy source. Find out how things like wind- and solar-generated electricity can help you to...
How are electrics installed?
An overview of a typical electrical installation in a home from the local pole transformer, to the service fuse and to your switchbox.
Electrical...
What electrics do I need?
Find out what sorts of electrical systems you'll need to have installed in your home.
Despite all the other variations, there are some basic electrical...
Don’t take risks with cheap products
There are very real risks you take when buying products that don’t comply, says Clipsal standardisation manager Gary Busbridge.
These days, there are...
What’s the difference between a DVR and a PVR?
If you're looking to replace their VCR will most likely have to choose between a Digital Video Recorder (DVR) and a Personal Video Recorder...