sähkönkäyttöpaikka

A sähkönkäyttöpaikka, which translates to "electricity consumption point" or "electrical connection point" in English, is a designated location where electrical energy is supplied to a property or a specific usage. It represents the physical interface between the electricity distribution network and the end-user's internal electrical system. This point is typically where the main power lines from the utility company connect to the property's electrical infrastructure.

The sähkönkäyttöpaikka is crucial for metering and billing purposes, as it is usually where the electricity meter is installed. The meter measures the amount of electricity consumed at that point, which then forms the basis for the electricity bill. It also serves as a safety and control point. Often, a main circuit breaker or fuse is located at or near the sähkönkäyttöpaikka, allowing the entire electrical supply to the property to be disconnected in case of emergencies or for maintenance.

The exact location and nature of a sähkönkäyttöpaikka can vary depending on the type of property. For a single-family home, it might be an external box on the wall or a dedicated meter room. In apartment buildings, multiple sähkönkäyttöpaikka instances are consolidated in a central location for all residents. For commercial or industrial facilities, the sähkönkäyttöpaikka can be more complex, involving substations or dedicated connection points to handle larger power demands. The ownership and responsibility for the sähkönkäyttöpaikka typically lies with the property owner or manager, while the distribution network itself is managed by an electricity distribution system operator.