Electrical Slang
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Dictionary of electrical slang terms, nicknames, trademarked names, and generic terms commonly used by electricians in the electrical industry.
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Chambray
61, 86, 151
223, 42, 42
60, 43, 0, 41
#9C0B25
Monarch
156, 11, 37
349, 87, 33
0, 93, 76, 39
#69AFEB
Cornflower Blue
105, 175, 235
208, 76, 67
55, 26, 0, 8
About Electrical Slang
ElectricalSlang.com is an educational glossary focused on the informal language, nicknames, trademarked names, and generic terms used in the electrical industry. Brought to you by Elliott Electric Supply, the site helps electricians, contractors, and anyone working with an electrician understand trade terminology. Its searchable collection includes 989 terms, organized alphabetically for easy browsing, with featured entries highlighting practical definitions and related names.
The glossary explains the meaning and use of electrical products and components, including cartridge fuses, wire rope clips, fixture supports, conduit, and anti-short bushings. Entries provide context on applications and, where relevant, construction details, sizing, or safety requirements. For example, readers can learn how a hurricane clip supports lay-in fixtures or how flexible liquid-tight conduit protects wiring from moisture and abrasion. Users can browse by letter, search for a specific term, explore random entries, and contribute terminology. ElectricalSlang.com is designed as a straightforward reference for decoding everyday jobsite jargon and building familiarity with the language of electrical work.
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