In contrast to incandescent lamps and halogen lamps, in gas discharge lamps, there is no filament that is made to glow, but the gas filling of the discharge tube as a whole. For this purpose, a voltage is applied to two electrodes at opposite ends of the discharge tube, which then makes the gas …
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Knowledge of the attributes of modern products is absolutely necessary for good advice. Unfortunately, new technology always brings with it a host of new or previously unheard terms. Confusion is often pre-programmed. To remedy this, we have prepared a small guide containing the most important terms for understanding and using our products. With this, you should be able to advise your customers even better.
Ground (electronics)
In an electrical system, a conductive body is assigned a zero potential, the so-called ground or earth. All other occurring voltages are defined in relation to this zero potential. The ground is the common connection of all components and is usually represented in vehicles by …