aardingskabel
An aardingskabel, also known as an earth cable or grounding wire, is a crucial component in electrical systems designed to ensure safety. Its primary function is to provide a low-resistance path for electrical current to flow to the earth in the event of a fault. This prevents dangerous voltage buildup on metallic parts of appliances and equipment that are not intended to be live.
When an electrical fault occurs, such as a live wire touching the metal casing of an appliance,
In many countries, electrical regulations mandate the use of aardingskabels for most electrical installations and appliances.