Protection against electric shock: Life saver RCD circuit breaker
If a hair dryer falls in the bathtub or the toaster falls into the washing-up water, it can be fatal. The normal home fuse (fuse and line circuit breaker) offers no protection against electric shock as it reacts too slowly and protects only the cables against overload and thus prevents extensive damage. Real protection against […]
Measure correctly: The most important electronic measuring devices
If you want to work with electrical cables or electronic components, you will need a series of measuring devices. For all work on electrical installations that carry mains voltage or are to be operated with mains voltage safety comes first! But there are other reasons why the use of measuring devices is required. This overview […]
NAS systems: The smart storage solution for the network
Instead of equipping your PC or Mac with a new, larger hard drive, the purchase of a Networked Attached Storage (NAS) is a smart alternative. Why? The network storage devices allow for the immediate deployment of storage space on the network. All connected computers in the network have more storage capacity in one hit. The […]
Light chains for indoor and outdoor use: The best tips
It’s not only in the dark season that chains of lights are a real eye-catcher. Whether on the Christmas tree, in the garden or on stair railings: The many small lights make for a very special atmosphere. Our guide explains what types are available and what you should look out for when purchasing.
It’s all about the solder: The right soldering iron for the application
Soldering irons are used to melt a metal such as solder to join components together. The devices consist of a heated metal tip and an insulated handle. The heat is usually a result of electricity that flows through a resistance heating element. Soldering irons are not all the same, depending on the application, certain types […]
This is how it works: First steps into the Smart Home of the Fritzbox
AVM is making advancements in the area of Smart Home. Traditional Fritzbox routers are the control centres of the “Intelligent Home”. The company presents not only new devices, such as an intelligent power sockets for outdoor use or remote-controllable heating thermostats, but is also steadily bringing out suitable control options. The integration of new devices […]
Smart heating: Clever thermostats for retrofitting
Those who try to make it cosy and warm in their own homes during winter often get a chill down their spines when they see the heating bill. No one wants to freeze at home, but burning money is no fun either. Intelligent heating controls, which can “think”, can provide pleasant warm rooms as well […]
Protection against break-ins: 4 steps to more safety
Figures from the latest intrusion statistics are alarming! The number of domestic break-ins is as high as 17 years ago. In 2015, more than 167,000 cases were registered with the police in Germany, which corresponds to an increase of almost ten percent compared to the previous year. The figure has increased for the ninth time […]
3D printers are getting cheaper and cheaper: How much do I really have to spend?
Whether it be toys, decorative ornaments or spare parts: 3D printers for private use create objects of all types from plastic. As with all new technologies, the first devices were outrageously expensive, but there are now affordable models from 300 euro. What are such affordable 3D printers good for? Are they recommended for home use? […]
Making the outdoors great: Heaters for the patio, balcony and garden
Party inside, life outside: Heaters extend the outdoor season whenever you want, providing comforting warmth on patios, balconies and in the garden. There are two main types of heaters. How they work and what benefits they each offer, is provided in this guide.
