kruunuliitännät
Kruunuliitännät, often translated as crown connections or branching connections, are a method used in various technical fields, particularly in electrical and plumbing systems, to connect multiple components to a single main line. The name derives from the visual resemblance of the junction to a crown or a branching tree. In electrical systems, kruunuliitännät are commonly employed to distribute power from a single source to several loads. This can involve splitting a cable or busbar into multiple smaller conductors, each feeding a separate device. Similarly, in plumbing, kruunuliitännät are used to branch a main water or gas pipe to supply multiple outlets or fixtures. The design ensures that the flow can be divided, though pressure and flow rate to individual branches can be influenced by the overall system design and usage. Proper installation is crucial to maintain the integrity and safety of the system, preventing leaks in plumbing or short circuits in electrical applications. The specific configuration of a kruunuliitäntä can vary greatly depending on the application, ranging from simple T-junctions to more complex multi-way splitters.