When you purchase a home, you may notice large boxes covering the outdoor electrical outlets. This is a weather-resistant receptacle outlet box, and it's one of the most common electrical outlets ...

A horizontal outlet on a wooden wall with a black cord plugged in - Mint Images/Getty Images If you walk around your home, you will probably see a variety of outlets. In fact, there are a whopping 10 ...

In petrochemical plants and refineries, there are usually many 480VAC, 3-phase receptacles scattered throughout the facility. Many times, the owner wants these receptacles to be used only for ...

Are you building, renovating, or upgrading a house or a condo … or planning to someday? Don't forget the electric outlets and switches. These are small details, but they will contribute a great deal ...

If you've ever travelled overseas, then you're likely already familiar with how many different types of electrical plugs and outlets there are. In the US, the sockets are usually two thin vertical ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Pass & Seymour, Inc., Syracuse, N.Y., in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recently recalled its commercial-grade tramper-resistant duplex electrical receptacles.

Newer Technology's Power2U is an innovative device that combines two USB charging ports with a standard Decora-style electrical outlet or receptacle. That means you eliminate the need to use a bulky ...