Averagesupernova said:
I've never seen this way of expressing those standard symbols before. Interesting and makes sense. Is this a "standard" used in "data/com" or some other wiring specialty?Windadct said:
A symbol in a circuit is a graphical representation of an electrical component or element, such as a resistor, capacitor, or power source. It is used to simplify and standardize circuit diagrams for easier understanding and interpretation.
The functionality of a symbol in a circuit is to indicate the type, purpose, and characteristics of the electrical component it represents. It also helps in understanding the connections and relationships between different components in a circuit.
Symbols are used in circuits instead of actual images because they are easier to draw, more standardized, and less cluttered. They also allow for easier modifications and simplification of complex circuits.
The most commonly used reference for circuit symbols is the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard symbol library. This can be found online or in textbooks and manuals related to electrical engineering or electronics.
Some common symbols used in circuits are: a resistor (a zigzag line), a capacitor (two parallel lines), a battery (two long parallel lines), and a switch (a gap in a line). Each of these symbols represents a specific electronic component and its function in a circuit.