SCR Applications Due to the wide variety of advantages, like ability to turn ON from OFF state in response to a low gate current and also able to switch high voltages, makes the SCR or thyristor to be used in a variety of applications. These applications include switching, rectification, regulation, protection, etc. The SCRs are used for home appliance control include lighting, temperature control, fan speed regulation, heating, and alarm activation....

But, many buyers often need clarification while shopping. You will find numerous models of surround sound systems or compact sound bars at your budget. The main question is- which one is the best for you? Sound Bars Overview A sound bar is a specialised design of a loudspeaker with a wide enclosure to project audio. It was first introduced in 1998 by Altec Lansing, who used these sound bars as a powered speaker system for digital theatres....

With the screen size of 4.5 Inches and the qHD resolution this phone offers you the capacitive touch (when compared with the Coolpad Mi-515 then only the display size varies which was 5 inches in case of predecessor). Now the processor is the Quad Core Processor with the frequency of 1.2GHz something which was also available in the previous version but this time the processor is of Qualcomm rather than Mediatek....

The display is 3.5 inches in size and bears 480 x 320 pixel resolution. The processor employed is 1 GHz Dual core unit backed by 256 MB RAM and 512 MB internal storage. Needless to say, your Android experience will be vastly limited by the humble chipset. You can extend internal storage by another 32 GB microSD storage. Smart Flo Glam is quite thick at 13 mm and weighs 135 grams....

What is a Switch Outlet Combo Device? Receptacles or Outlets are the access points to mains electricity in our homes, offices, garages and shops. Main power supply coming from your utility first reaches the main breaker panel. From there, we create different circuits for different applications and wire different parts of the house. The final point is the receptacle, where you plug in your appliances. Switches on the other hand are electrical devices that make or break the circuit....

Mechanical timer consists of only clockwork or other mechanical movement for timing. This system is rarely used nowadays. An Electromechanical timer consists of a motor and a gear system, whose slow rotation will mechanically control the switch. Electronic Timers are the most commonly used timers in various applications. Electronic timers consists of only semiconductor components along with switching devices. There are no moving parts in electronic timers and hence the life time will be more when compared to other timer systems....

The whole thing becomes more important when you’re driving at a high speed. In such situations, looking down at the actual speedometer can lead to fatal accidents. Moreover, most of the Heads Up Display provides you with other functions as well. This tells you a lot about the health of your vehicle. Also, they are equipped with several alarm systems for your and vehicle’s safety. To help you make the right purchase among so many UHDs, we’ve made up a list....

As these headset stands are quite simple and yet so handy, we have mentioned the best headset stands in this article based on these factors: Design Type: The first thing to check while getting a headset stand is its design type. There are mainly two types of headset out there: either keep your headset above the desk as a showpiece or keep your headset under the desk to clear up even more space on your computer desk....

Lava lamps are invented by Edward Craven Walker in 1963. Initially known as Astro lamps, this concept of a motion lamp caught on to be synonymous with the ambiance. When you fit this liquid motion lamp in a dark room, its soft light and gentle movement will enhance the mood, create a relaxing atmosphere, and mesmerize people with its virtual and electrically generated lava (mix of light and translucent liquid motion)....

Maximum Pressure: If you want to inflate a high-pressure tire, then you should check the maximum tire pressure supported by a tire inflator. A tire inflator with a maximum pressure rating of 150 PSI is more powerful than a 100 PSI one. Power Draw: As most of the tire inflators out there rely on your vehicle’s battery via a 12V power socket, you should get one with a low power draw....

But, you can install a WiFi smart valve on the water valve to get a wireless connection and remote access to your valves. These WiFi water valves can be attached to the regular valve that can move the handle via remote instructions. It offers a lot of potential advantages as it prevents you from any accidental damage caused by leakage and weaker valves. If you are willing to install one by yourself, kindly check the following things before you do so....

It can reach high temperatures, in which you have minimal control over the temperature of these ovens that depends on how you position the solar oven in direct sunlight. Also, ensure to pick the apt pot that is built with dark and thin metal with a proper lid (if required, it can cook with or without pans). It is useful for everyone, especially beneficial for campers, or hikers to cook their food at the campsite or fire restricted areas....

The floodlight has a wide beamed high intensity light, which is used to lighten up the outdoor playing area with extreme brightness. The solar panels of the floodlights will grab the sun light and stored as solar energy in its inbuilt batteries to power up the light at night time. Most of the modern solar floodlights are powered by LED technology with wide variety of shapes and purposes like security, playing outdoor sports at night time and illuminating billboards....

Evaporative cooler is the affordable alternative to air conditioner, especially in dry and semi-arid areas (with less than 40% humidity levels). They use evaporation method to decrease the temperature by up to 15 degrees. When compared to air conditioners, they consume less power. And moreover, they can be used both indoors and outdoors. If evaporative cooler is your choice, then consider the below factors while making the purchase… Cooling Area It refers to the volume of cool air delivered by the evaporative cooler....

As the name suggests, this blower runs on a small gas engine, which sucks air from its inlets and pushes out with high speed. This airflow with constant speed will push all those leaves and debris to a place where you want to dispose of them. It saves a lot of time in cleaning the backyard. Before buying the best gas leaf blower, you have to keep these 2 main things in your mind....

While analysing the products, we were surprised to see how many pole-saw models are available in the market. Purchasing the right model is very important to prevent any potential accidents to you or your trees. If you are in dilemma, then consider the below factors while purchasing for the best pole saw. Type of Pole Saw Well, based on their power sources, we have categorized pole saws in four variations – electric, gas powered, cordless and manual....

There are several cable sleeves that are available in the market and distinguished by various characteristics. We have listed some important factors that will help you select the best cable sleeves for your needs. Type: There are three major kinds of cable sleeves with their own set of benefits. The first kind is the fibreglass cable sleeves which are temperature resistant and highly suitable for automotive and engineering purposes. The second kind is the heavy-duty sleeves that can withstand harsh conditions and are perfect for chemical plants or refineries....

The caster wheels are smaller versions of mobile wheels that assist in the movement of the attached object. These wheels are specially developed for carrying heavy loads, making them suitable for industrial as well as domestic applications. Before studying these wheels, we must have a good knowledge of a few governing factors which affect their overall performance. Total loading capacity: The total loading capacity of a caster wheel is an important parameter....

Himalayan salt lamps have become quite popular now-a-days with because of their beneficial properties. They are well-known for purifying the air, enhancing the mood and improving the concentration. They work by attracting pollutants present in the air by releasing natural negative ions. The heat removes the moisture content and the pollutants will fall down, thus improving the air quality. And the warm ambient light will create a relaxing environment. Salt lamps are available in different models and weights....

What is Grounding? Grounding (in US) or Earthing (in UK) is a process of connecting electrical systems, appliances and metal enclosure to ground. Here, ground refers to the physical connection to Earth which acts as a reference point and also a return path for current. The main purpose of grounding is to provide a low resistance path for electricity to flow. We can implement the connection to ground with the help of a grounding electrode....