Electrical symbols

Electrical symbols
Topic LCI-USG-0013, Last Updated 11/08/2024

The following electrical symbols and their associated statements can appear in instrument manuals and on an instrument’s front or rear panels.

Symbol Description
Electrical power on
Electrical power off
Standby
Direct current
Alternating current
Alternating current (three phase)
Safety ground
Frame or chassis terminal connection
Fuse
Functional ground
Input
Output
Indicates that the device or assembly is susceptible to damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD)

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