The conversation between human and AI assistant.
I just opened up a DC power supply and one of the screws had a star/spoked washer. How does this help with short-circuit protection?
I just opened up a DC power supply and one of the screws had a star/spoked washer. How does this help with short-circuit protection?
The star/spoked washer is also known as a lock washer. It is used to prevent the screw from loosening due to vibration or other types of movement. In a DC power supply, this can help prevent short circuits if the screw were to loosen and touch another component or conductor. Was there anything else you wanted to know about the power supply?