Efficiency Benefits of Higher Voltage Systems

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Master Electrician Teaches his Son the Basics of 480-277 Volt Vs. 120-208 Volt Systems, Thoughts?

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Finally, the video concludes by emphasizing the general principle that using the highest possible voltage for commercial applications is always more efficient. Higher voltages lead to lower current for the same power delivery, which in turn means less voltage drop over distances and the ability to use less 'beefy' (smaller gauge) electrical services, resulting in better overall system efficiency and cost savings.

Goal: Grasp the efficiency advantages of using higher voltage electrical systems in commercial applications.

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don't have the ability to do 480. They're at a disadvantage. >> Okay? >> Right? Because their voltage is lower, their current is higher, the services need to be more beefier. >> So it's always better to use the highest voltage for the most efficiency and the least voltage drop. That makes a lot of sense. All right. Thanks, Ed. [Music]

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