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    Electrical Fundamentals · Electrical Theory

    Conductor

    A material, typically copper or aluminum, that allows electric current to flow with low resistance. The metal wire that carries power in a circuit.

    Common uses

    Carrying current in cables and busbars, branch and feeder wiring

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