Electricity Explained: Volts, Amps, Watts, Fuse Sizing, Wire Gauge, AC/DC, Solar Power and more!

[@WillProwse]

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[@redveiner]

Sooo helpful and easy to follow. Thanks so much. Love your book, too! Just got 3 55AH lipo batteries..on line soon. Thanks

[@stevewilliams846]

Solid information. Thanks.

[@georgette0828]

Thank you for your videos. I watched this one with my 8 year old because he was asking questions about voltage, Watts, and amps after watching a lot of your other videos. This one answered so many questions for him in a way that I just couldn't explain to him.

[@DougFenrich]

Do you have a video or can you go over 24V systems? I was thinking of going with 24v DC BBBatteries and I know nothing about the kind (numbers) of SOLAR I need and if it is better to have 24v battery bank? ??????????????????

[@emmanueledet7999]

Please can I come and learn from you

[@DuchalvanWyngaard]

My Grade 8 daughter has been an academic achiever since grade 4 and specifically top achiever in maths. But the one area she just couldn't grasp since Grade 5 was electricity in her Natural Science subject. I've tried many different methods to laymanise the electricity issue but nothing really worked until I stumped upon your video. I've watched many videos and yours is the best by far. I showed her the video and you could literally see the light bulb go on. We watched it for a second time and she asked me if we can physically apply your example, so I said to her lets start small and build a solar power bank, the type you use to charge your phone or tablet. She used all your calculations, did the math and gave me a list of what she needs to build a solar power bank that will be able to power and recharge her iPhone X. I checked her calculations, which was 100% correct, then I sourced the different components. I'm extremely proud to report that she has a solar power bank that works extremely well and that she is now electricity wise. I would sometimes observe her looking at the labels on some of the appliances and know, why she is looking at the label. Big thanks all the way from 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇿🇦

[@edog1955]

I. LOVE. This!

[@meli9636]

This is AWESOME!!!!! Way to go kiddo!!!!! :) :) :) :) :) :) I wish I was eight and smart enough to figure this out. :) :) I'm still lost!

[@tedlahm5740]

Duchl: explain to her that 1amp is really 1coulomb of elections passing a given point in 1second. Have her research how many ELECTRONS are in 1 coulomb. If anyone TRULY understands this a whole world will open up. Thank you for a lovely message and family.

[@DuchalvanWyngaard]

@@tedlahm5740..I will let her do some research. Thanks

[@marte1a256]

How can i make my kids that smart?

[@Doc.Holiday]

I am 70 years young. Young man, you are going places and taking others with you. In my middle school days we wound an armature on a nail to make it turn. At the same age, your generation is gathering power from the sun, storing and inverting. Keep up the good work. Your parents must be proud!

[@Kenneth_James]

Well, aren't you easily impressed, sir?

[@Doc.Holiday]

@@Kenneth_James … I don’t know if you are the fella that I complimented responding with humility or a troll absent any.

[@gabrieldoesyoutube]

@@Doc.Holiday thats a different person, not Will. Definitely troll.

[@anitasengrath3135]

I am an electrician apprentice and I learned more from your KZbin than what I’ve learned from my apprenticeship. You’re able to break down technical information into easier concepts to grasp. Thank you!

[@Laurel-Crowned]

Maybe you can help me out! To figure out wattage of 220v US do you need to add both 110v wire amperage together first or not?

[@anitasengrath9270]

@@Laurel-Crowned Watt’s law. Power = voltage * amp. So watts = voltage * amps.

[@HabibSkills]

Where are you from Anita sengrath..?

[@redmanrm1]

You didn’t make it did you?

[@Sam-cv5gd]

Recommend taking Physics II (Electric & Magnetic) you will understand the theory behind all this stuff. Plus you learn more about capacitors, resistors, inductors, transformers... more.

[@reidtillery2856]

You have an amazing way of teaching. There are plenty of people who are experts in their subject matter but they cannot explain it to others. You are one of those gifted people who can explain complicated topics to others in a simple manner. Thank you.

[@jamesholmes6528]

You essentially summed up the electrical course I took in my first semester of computer engineering in 15 min. They should play this video in the first class of that course and let the students go home for the rest of the semester :) Great job!

[@elgringoec]

There's some useful application advice here but this theory handwaving won't get you past the first test in an intro to EE class.

[@sweetjesus697]

that won't pay salaries and tenure though

[@BOREDANDWELLBORED]

​@GeoMac Granddad which one can kill insect faster, "72v dc 15watts" or "20v dc 15watts? I think the 72v because it has more volts but I'm ignorant.

[@elgringoec]

@@BOREDANDWELLBORED Bug zappers have much higher voltages but limited to very low current for safety. Similar to electric fence.

[@BOREDANDWELLBORED]

@@elgringoec so which one will kill the insect faster, the "72v 15watt" or "20v 15watt "?

[@loriw2661]

I’m a 59 year old woman and I pull a 20’ Travel trailer behind my truck. I’ve never understood electric and this is a great video. I’m going to watch it again as I actually understood what you said I’ll just need it beat into my head a little more. Thank you!!

[@MrSupernova111]

How did it go?

[@donchristie420]

Yes,update 😃

[@alexmorganmc.1262]

Me at the beginning of the video: ". . .oh! Oh, now I get it!" Me half way through the video: ". . .oh. Oh, now I need to watch this ten more times because I'm totally lost." Please don't stop making these videos! A week ago I didn't even know where to start, and with your help now I feel like I'm starting to get a grasp on it. Thank you!

[@karenparham6268]

Completely agree.. 58 yr old here and I will think I'm beginning to get it.

[@evolity_]

same, girl

[@BrechtGijbels]

Jup, I paused the video for over 20 times I think to take notes. This way, if I study it a bit more with the examples, I might be able to build my own portable battery. Very well explained! Thank you very much.

[@jrsmth11]

Same haha 😄

[@loriejohnson8706]

I get it and then 2 weeks later I’ve forgotten at least half of it

[@brian1680]

I spent two years in Navy Electronics school. You do a great job explaining complex subject to a non engineer. A gift.

[@Chris_at_Home]

I went to Navy Avionics A School in the early 70s. I retired from a communications technician position doing about everything you can do in civilian world of communications. One place I worked our DC load was 1400 amps at 48 Volts. It was backup till one of the 275KW generators started.

[@tomoerlemans010]

I struggled with the concepts of volts, amps for quite a while. The analogy that I made up that kind of finally made sense to me is this: If the electrical wire is like a highway of cars, then amps are like the cars, voltage is their speed, and watt (total power) is their effect (for example if they were to hit a wall). More cars/amps = more damage to the wall, and higher speed/volts = also more damage to the wall.

[@webmube]

this one is pretty good

[@candyloverstwix912]

you definitely not make that up lol but this analogy got me through school for sure

[@InfokuId]

amps is actually cars per unit of time XD

[@nxise823]

Only thing I would change is make speed LIMIT volts, not actual car speed (that’s more like drift speed of electrons)

[@BreaktimeTraveler]

Thank you. My visual brain is making sense of this now.

[@johnnixon1026]

You are brilliant young man! I’ve been trying to understand this stuff for 20 years and you are the first teacher that I can truly follow. Thank you sir

[@shieh.4743]

I'm a post secondary educator and can honestly say that are a natural educator. Slow, clear, simplified. Nice! Thank you.

[@troutking213]

I’m a dumb ass and was able to understand all of this. Your video is shockingly good. Thank you.

[@birdlady2725]

Hopefully Not 😂❤ (Electrical & Shock = not a good combo 😂)

[@michaelz2270]

You're very patient and good at explaining things for beginners. If I tried to make this video, I'd have talked about electrons and given formulas like P = IV and no one would have understood what I was talking about. You'd make a good high school teacher I think.

[@davidpagett9895]

Michael Z Most definitely a teacher!!

[@jrodrc4137]

its called the triangles, or thats how i was taught. E over I and R . I find P over I and E or PIE easy to remember. Once you can picture where the number is in the triangle then you know what formula to use, divide or multiply.

[@last7509]

i went to a trade school for 2 years. learned more from this video. 😂 tells me what we call schooling in this nation is rubbish.

[@Kimhjortsbjerg]

Don't tell them !!! They would have to reconsider their position in the school system !

[@matt.baller]

I'm 37 and work in the electricity industry - non-technical role, but understanding the basics helps. Your teaching style is perfect for how I learn - thank you for really excellent content.

[@louissavoy4832]

Well done. I'm a specialist in my field so I frequently have to translate complex ideas into user-friendly information for clients who naturally are more concerned with the result than the actual process. That being said, if I can't get the basics across, things don't move forward, hence the need for 'translating' the info. And you just did me that favor. Thanks so much. Your explanation is truly top notch. Clear, functional, applicable... I already feel for more confident about my impending purchase of solar panels and related equipment. Keep up the good work.

[@elgringoec]

That's right, the knowledge needed for applying existing technology to an application is a small subset of that needed to design a technology.

[@kevinburgess6112]

I’m a 52 dyi. and a retired manager, this is the best video i’ve ever seen on this topic. Thank you so much for sharing and taking the time to make this video.👍

[@upriver7047]

Lots to absorb for an old woman, lol. I'm going to replay this daily until it sinks in. Thanks so much for this full description. It's been so hard trying to put all the partial snippets together. Thanks, Will!!!

[@juliefroman6189]

me too

[@KGisthename]

It is very cool that you want to understand though. 👍

[@mglutch9312]

I feel the same..... just trying to figure a solar unit for my home. We lose power all the time... And I would feel better just having something just in case... just essentials for a few weeks or so. This is so hard. I just canceled my inergy order after watching the review.. now I' m all like?? What do I do now!! ??

[@chipmeister111]

I'm writing it down as I go and it's sinking in so much quicker. It also means pausing and rewinding the vid to get it all down. There's a lot of info here. Much appreciated.

[@jannmacdougall1448]

65 youngster herer. I replay lots of videos ...good for you.....then after a few times..the information "clicks" in.....remember. we didn't learn this as kids..❤🌻🎶

[@mamalovesthebeach437]

My son is a commercial electrician and just explained how to figure out watts on my electrical components like phone, chargers, etc. Chargers for phones oftentimes neglect watts but typically have amps and volts. You have a gift of explaining concepts that make it feel less intimidating.

[@ec992]

I find it amusing that there's better explanation on you tube then by most teachers in the world Great job brother !

[@brendonmasters]

Those who can't do Teach

[@supermariosavestheday6971]

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@@brendonmasters and those who can't teach teach teachers 😊

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BEST EXPLANATION EVER!

[@johnmalaihollo]

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[@Trollers-Goat]

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[@DeLuini985]

In just the first 5 minutes the waterhose analogy and pressure made it instantly relatable and understandable, voltage seems a lot more simple now.This is amazing.

[@adamdaral2482]

It is a false comparison

[@Sluckie13]

Every now and then one stumbles across pure gold.. I only found this channel a few days ago and it has already become more useful and enlightening than 99% of what else is out there.

[@jente74]

I searched for KZbin videos before to help me understand this, but it is only when I have watched this video that I now understand the difference between volts, amp and watts. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@jimnunally1]

Right on Will! I am bass in class here with these videos, I learned all this information when I was in school, but if you don't use it, "you lose it". This video is completely approachable and understandable. If you are new to electronics, some of the concepts may seem confusing, but these are the essential stepping stones to electrical circuits. Perfect refresher course for me. Thanks Will!

[@ajwalker2365]

I studied engineering in undergrad and grad school and I must say the explanations you give sir are top notched and superior in terms of efficiency

[@skyking4ar238]

I have spent 50 years in IT avoiding this conversation and here it is, simple as A, B, C - magnificent! Since I now have to use this information daily as a full time RV'er for the last nine years, I finally feel comfortable working with my 12vdc and 120vac equipment...you have changed my world! Thanks!

[@alexanderackermans201]

lol.i'm sure there are a lot of people who stopt this video.go back push play.repeat 10 times. i know because i'm one of them. this guy is so easy with explaining that you can do it stap for stap. your video's are the best SIR! Many thanks.greets from Holland( EU))

[@joeljacq7486]

Watt can l say! this young man is a natural teacher and instructional talent. That's how schools should be taught. 🙌

[@pahhaw4251]

you're brilliant....I wish everyone with a deep understanding of their subject matter could explain as easily as you do - it's a real gift Will!

[@Philippians4vs4-8]

Very good explanation Sir. I am certified by the ISCET and hold a degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. Although I am long ago retired as an old fossel technician, I still wish someone like you had been around when I first started. Blessings to you and your students. BTW, besides the solar cell analogy, you might consider using a transformer for more clarity. Whether step up or step down, the power is the same on primary and secondary windings.

[@e2seer956]

This video was literally more useful than two semesters of physics...

[@duderino6171]

@COFASA I dunno, I find it pretty accurate.

[@gaelannash2279]

My entire college experience was me YouTubing what the hell my teacher was talking about.... modern education is a complete rip off... especially financially.

[@adugnatesfaye3280]

@COFASA tell us why is the comment absurd? The profs many of them can not explain it like him! Why? Not they don't know but will take them a genius genious because students will flock to the to ask them all the time. The same thing this fine gentleman explains it easily! Students will have more respect for the confusing Prof than this gentleman!

[@HeirOfGlee]

@COFASA you invalidating their experience is also absurd. They learned more from a 20min KZbin video, that's not their fault that's the fault of schooling

[@conservativeamber1216]

More so than Calculus 4 With physics class...Teacher was a Mechanical engineer but he sucked at Teaching

[@Gr8Games134]

I'm trying to become an Electrician so watching your explanations & everything that I didn't know, I probably wouldn't understand from anyone else's perspective but you really made it easy for me to understand & I'm so happy you did that because I would be confused as heck as to how to figure out the basics of Electricity. Thank you so much man!

[@AnthonyLKerr]

Will, you're a true pro. Not only are you well versed & extremely knowledgeable, you also deliver & present in such a fantastic demeanor. Your videos help literally tens of thousands of people. I was lucky to find you a few years back when I did my van build. I remember when you had like 2,500 subs. We miss those unicycle vids haha. Very nice work, bud! If you ever need the help of a CPA, let me know!

[@WillProwse]

Thank you 😁👍 I'm glad I can help. It's amazing how well these videos have done. And will do 👍

[@dianeprovencio5866]

@@WillProwse Hello can you recommend circuit quiz book? Also do you offer tutoring lessons?

[@mossypants7983]

You are a natural teacher. This is such valuable information. I really enjoy watching your videos. Doesn’t hurt you’re easy on the eyes, keep on making these informational videos. I miss your electric unicycle videos though. Those were fun.

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I've been sitting on my solar system for almost a year bcse I was confused about wires, and calculations etc... I've watched many, MANY other videos over this past year and was just so unsure about connecting my system... Then I discovered your videos today.. OMG!!!!! I FINALLY GET IT. YOU ARE AN AMAZING TEACHER. Thank you so very much. I took so many notes and your examples were spot on for my understanding. BEST ON YOU TUBE IN MY OPINION! THANKS AGAIN. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

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[@rachaelsmith2738]

I'm starting school next month to get my electrician certificate. I'm a 28 (starting later in training) and a female so I am beyond nervous but very excited to start. It's always been a passion to work in this field. This video has really helped me feel more confident to start. Thank you so much for making a beginner feel a bit more confident starting! I spent an hour watching, rewinding and taking notes from you.

[@snailordskates384]

How’s it going?

[@farzana6676]

The hosepipe analogy was a thing of brilliance. There was no better way to explain and understand that.

[@marionsutcliffe1119]

I like the waterfall analogy for series vs parallel. The voltage is determined by the height of the waterfall. You could 'arrange' 2 waterfalls side by side (parallel) so that the amps (water flow rate) doubles and voltage is unchanged. Or one after the other (series) so that the water flow rate (amps) is unchanged but the voltage (height) doubles.

[@chrissmyers2884]

My Father was an Electrical Engineer, Univ of Syracuse class of 1972. Mostly worked for Grumman, Newport News Shipbuilding designing antennae and electrical systems for USN carriers and, his pride and joy, Seawolf class submarines. He loved the seawolfs with their open budget, detested LA class boats. I digress.. My father tried to explain this to me while in the 5th grade. He turned it into Math, which, while necessary, isn't the best way to make someone learn how it works. The garden hose/pipe analogy is spot on how to explain how v=a=w works, as well as dc/ac. Very nice video, I wish my father was alive to see this, even though he would make it more complicated.

[@cindystokes8347]

Thank you. No one has ever explained this. School just has you memorize formulas like math is everything and just “trust the experts” because “we know more math”. Almost everyone understand water pressure. So why wouldn’t this be taught over and over again in school until you grasp it! It’s a life skill! You are a gifted teacher.

[@expert244]

This is one of the best videos on KZbin explaining the basics of electricity. Great video. Subscribed.

[@bigbufobufo]

Thank you for explaining this so that ordinary people can understand.

[@codyolmstead4907]

everyone is an ordinary person... from electricians to the guy that cut your hair, or delivered your pizza. We all have different strengths. Hopefully you can bring yours to the table.

[@CandiceWA]

I could never get the solar knowledge sink in until I watched this video! I Keep revisiting it because every time I watch it I either reinforce something or I picked up something new. Best class ever! Now I feel I have a solid understanding and thanks to you! I bought two of your book one for myself one for a friend. Thank you Will you are awesome!

[@ElectricNeonOfficial]

I started taking an industrial mechatronic class with no knowledge on electronics. This video helped out a lot. Huge thanks!!!

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[@craigsymington5401]

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[@Kimhjortsbjerg]

I felt like i had a little too much cortisol in my body at the start but as the video went along it disappeared like dew to the sun !

[@yousurf374]

Very good job and delivered in a very good cadence...not herky jerky or confusingly circularly repetative, like some from trying to jump out of a bucket. You delivered in good order.

[@loturzelrestaurant]

Hi and Hello. I gather people for a good cause: I wanna provide people with Links leading to bad or toxic people. Mobber, Racists, Sexists, Bullies, more. I got the Links and i need help with reporting them. KZbin is in a bad state and i think you heard of that. Many complain about it, its strike-system and its CEO: Susan. But... I mean... complaining about the State of the world is nice and dandy, but... how about acting? Doing something? So i made a Wiki where i store Links for all to use. Yeah, unorthodox, i know, but whatever. Its my Try to help. I know this was random and also overly summarized, but think about it and consider. You can make a difference. I tried to explain it as good as possible, but the Wiki will tell and show you more, i guess.

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This is what CHARACTER means . One person seeks knowledge and shares it with millions, and so beneficial to a society, and follows garbage and shares it with others. How can anyone do otherwise than be beneficial to his society. Thank you young man for being a role model for many people sir .

[@guiller2371]

I learned all this in high school about 40 years ago and when I heard your video for the first time,, it was like new with the exception of the terms. Now, while listening to the video for the second time, I guess the knowledge is sealed.

[@dougmc666]

It bears mentioning that using higher voltages reduces amps and wire gauge needed. The 300 foot run up to my solar panels was way too expensive at 24vdc, I buried the batteries and inverter under the panels and ran 120vac down a much smaller wire, saved $hundreds

[@code3responsevideos872]

Doug Mcdonell same concept as the utility uses. Most houses have 7200V to the nearest pole. Then coupled down to 240/120 to the service entrance. Could you imagine the cost of running everything as 240/120? Good job 👍

[@TheBigfoot567]

Amazingly clear, crystal clear explanations of solar power wiring, sizing, fusing. Best I've seen. Just bought your book on Amazon. Thank you!!!

[@apexmoon6912]

The water hose analogy always confused me because it makes Volts and Amps appear the same to me. A catapult analogy worked wonders. Good luck everyone! 1) Volts = Size of the Catapult 2) Amps = Size of the Rock 3) Watts = Firerate of the Catapult I like this because it shows what happens when you have too big a rock on your catapult, or too high of firerate will break the catapult. I know this is an extreme simplification but as a beginner the catapult analogy really helped me, the water hose confused me. Its not the size of the catapult that kills people, its the size and speed of the rock.

[@Philippians4vs4-8]

@Apexmoon: Hello my friend. I must say that eventhough your analogy makes some sense, you are missing some important info. For example, electrons travel at a constant speed which approaches the speed of light. Also, electrons do not necessarily travel in a parabola as a catapult will. Now for my apology. Electrons flow just like water flows. Imagine a water tank filled with water. The water tank has a valve (resistor) and a pipe (wire). At this time there is only potentential energy (voltage) because the tank is filled with water. Voltage is joules/coulomb. The Coulomb is a large quantity of electrons coulomb= 6.24 x 10¹⁸ electrons. Keep in mind that the water tank is like a storage battery and it is at full capacity or potential. Now, if we open the valve the water will begin to flow. The flow of the water, as in a creek or river, is current flow. Electrically, we measure this current flow as amps which is Coulombs/Second. So therefore, if 1 coulomb passes a point in 1 second, it will produce 1Ampere of current. Hope this helps. Have a Great Day😊

[@juliesexauer5373]

Not only did you manage to break it down in an understandable way, but Will you managed to explain things without being condescending. Thank you.

[@sherryking369]

I'm a Certified Building Inspector. And presently going to McD Concrete University. This video explained alot. . . thanks for posting.

[@rylanhaworth5662]

I was explaining this to my apprentice in the car and now this magically pops up in my recommended videos. Phones are scary 🤪

[@papageorgeo7497]

Happens to me all the time. It is scary.

[@dr.OgataSerizawa]

@Rylan.......the "scare" factor is greater than you may think. I will not confirm nor deny the aforementioned sentence.

[@Tracor3k99]

If you multiply the phone by the conversation you get wait watts?

[@genegillis2068]

Really appreciate your ability to make it sound so easy for us non engineer types.

[@sirzeni8963]

Thank you so much. I'm starting a job as an apprentice electrician and needed some help with the basics. This helped alot!

[@kristinngudmundsson4409]

You’re able to break down technical information into easier concepts to facts . Thank you

[@leilahankinson4498]

Wow, your talent of verbalization of concepts to the lay person is really meaningful here on YT!!

[@ChadSmith305]

I've listened to this at least 10 times and I'm starting it again.... Gotta get this stuff drilled into my head!

[@Kimhjortsbjerg]

Keep on going , eventually you will be the expert everybody wants !

[@deang5622]

If it has taken 10 times then you have a problem. Perhaps it is not for you.

[@shadley177]

Will, you’re the first one explain wire size and fuses. Thank you! Love your channel.

[@gerardsikkema6376]

Will, you are a fantastic teacher! God bless you and your efforts. I always enjoy your presentations, I admire your talent!

[@luisitoenri]

I attended two semesters of physics and spent the second half of my career training Emergency/Trauma nurses, and it’s my considered opinion that you are a gifted educator.

[@bvirgin123456]

I wish I would have had this video in highschool. This is the best explanation that I have seen. The difference between AC and DC was especially well done.

[@joshuadelisle]

This is the best basic electronic lesson I've found. Fantastic thank you so much I've learned a lot.

[@sarahrose0622]

WOW! Hands down the best explanation I've seen so far (everything else has been confusing or contradicting). Taking notes & will check out your website. Thank you!!

[@bocasdeltoro8670]

Our professors can't teach. That's why most genius engineering students come from abroad. My electronics professor showed up at class every time to look cool and spew industry jargon.

[@constantchange_dawn]

I totally agree. Very well explained and easy to understand. He is a gifted teacher!!!

[@bertcochran1770]

Bugger off sister, I found him first. Lol

[@SuperPip1976]

I've had real trouble getting to grips with this and you have really helped out. THE BEST VIDEO IVE COME ACROSS THANKS.

[@brandonmessing4684]

Best video I’ve found for this, never understood watts for speakers

[@shibe5877]

I cant believe it. You've managed to teach my sluggish lil brain something that I've never understood for years. And you did it in less than a half hour. You're like a friggin teaching god

[@CevenKnowles]

I rarely ever comment on KZbin but your explanation was spectacularly clear and accessible, you deserve your own kid's education show. It would create an even more brilliant generation. Congrats on your fine understanding and enuncation of it!

[@JillianRigsby]

I love this! I have been so confused until now. Thank you so much! You explain things so perfectly I feel more confident that I can actually do this myself 👍

[@aliyumusa749]

That was awesome..you are just marvelous....you are very well articulated and have really broken this solar system thing down to my level. Well appreciated.

[@Kimhjortsbjerg]

I don't know what level you are talking about but sometimes it feels like i start at a lower level , so maybe it should rather be called up to your level ?

[@maxhauler]

Thanks for so many top quality videos and information over the years. It has been awesome to watch your content evolve. Cheers.

[@mjremy2605]

An excellent video. I'm a senior and I did not know a lot of this about electricity. I'm trying to learn so I can set up my electrical grid on my RV. This older Class C RV has an existing system with old wiring and very poor components. Trying to redo this, as a senior female, is pretty challenging. One mistake and Kaput you are history. Very good tutorial. Feedback - 1. Love the diagrams! They are great for visual leaners. The more diagrams, the better. Audio learning is only for musicians. 2. One thing young people do - they speak continuously without stopping. This is hard on the brain. Include natural pauses between thoughts like paragraphs in writing. New concept, new paragraph, and a small gap in speech. It allows the brain to catch up and gives ears a rest. The concept of 'negative space' in architecture and landscaping is important. Empty spaces make things stand out better. So too, with speech. As you mature, you will see the benefit of gaps of silence, even small gaps. 3. Thank you for no music. What joy!!!

[@NM4BxYUKE]

Kid, YOU ARE GOING PLACES!! i have been searching for over a month to answer little question that you have literally explained in this video. cant thank you enough. Damn bro i cant thank you enough seriously!!! My little brain will watch this a few more time then i can finally get to building!!

[@kenbothman746]

every time I get confused i put a 9v battery on my tongue to snap me out of it.

[@johnnyohness]

LMAO....

[@LakeWebb]

LOL 😋

[@blueballs8599]

i usually bang my face on the keyboard till i black out >.

[@jrodrc4137]

@ferkemall thats how it goes through your heart and stops it, close to death there. glad your ok.

[@andreysavin1931]

i use iphone charger tip, its less power

[@guillermoramos5047]

very accurate details coming from a service tech, thanks for the lesson on the solar side .

[@CarlosGomez-is9dh]

loved your video. thank you for making it. i’ll have to watch it several times to absorb all the information you provided.

[@roberth293]

This is one of the single most helpful videos of the thousands that I have watched on KZbin. Thank you very much!

[@retire2enjoylife]

Thanks for this. I have never understood it in all my years. I'm getting an RV now and trying to put together the best system to be able to stay off-grid for a long time. This has helped me get underway, although I'll probably watch your video a few more times and take notes. Well done for explaining it in this way

[@jennb1164]

Will...THANK YOU! I love these teaching videos! Invaluable dude! You’re awesome 👏

[@PeterGregg]

Great video Will, big thumbs up, looks like it could easily be on one of my cable channels on TV! And I learned some stuff too :) Love you, keep em coming, you're a great teacher :)

[@adolforosado]

Jeez, why weren't you my teacher when I was going to school?

[@loturzelrestaurant]

Hi and Hello. I gather people for a good cause: I wanna provide people with Links leading to bad or toxic people. Mobber, Racists, Sexists, Bullies, more. I got the Links and i need help with reporting them. KZbin is in a bad state and i think you heard of that. Many complain about it, its strike-system and its CEO: Susan. But... I mean... complaining about the State of the world is nice and dandy, but... how about acting? Doing something? So i made a Wiki where i store Links for all to use. Yeah, unorthodox, i know, but whatever. Its my Try to help. You can at least pre-emptive 'block user' regarding the Racists and all those, but you can also do one thing more and report them. I know this was random and also overly summarized, but think about it and consider. You can make a difference. I tried to explain it as good as possible, but the Wiki will tell and show you more, i guess. What do you think about all this? I mean, its a good cause, improving the internet and the world, and it costs no money, just time. Nice or not?

[@farhad233]

Wow interesting joke question though

[@Kimhjortsbjerg]

It seems that every teacher here has something against this video ! Is there a pattern here ? And you are perfectly right !

[@medina3420]

You are one of the BEST Explainers I have seen on YT. So Clear, so Simple. Examples Excellent Job Sir

[@foxpumpsystems6129]

Perfect information! This morning's tech training for 7 plumbers getting more knowledgable about basic electricity & safety - especially helpful with our electric water heater installations

[@derekscott9374]

Super job Will....

[@steveanthony769]

Good instructor, Will. 👍🏽

[@LarrySummary]

Will, I would like you to produce videos for our University! paid for.

[@jasonsteffler9034]

Its clear he wants this information public because its already public information. You just wasnt him to build you a pay wall. Why would he do that at any rate of compensation that would be less than he could do it himself? The premium he would require is so high it would be cost prohibitive for you to afford that service.

[@RuberSocks]

@@jasonsteffler9034 Unless the university releases the videos publicly on their youtube channel, but that is unlikely

[@RuberSocks]

@Sam S I did not express discontent with professionally made and accredited courses. I think you meant to reply to the comment above me?

[@Bricktown982]

People are such haters...They are just upset they were not asked.

[@jonitrost8124]

Will your a rock star! A high level in athletes. if you could smash a guitar or do something with a ball your name would be a household word. Just the same your making knowledge available to me. What a gift! I am not that smart and you have made stuff I can understand. I am sure that the PHD crowd is laughing at people like me. "Joe six pack" I don't drink" Your video is attempting to educate . We all have to live on the same planet. Your actions are not complaining they are a positive force for good.

[@jessedean2435]

Dude I am a field service technician and massively into electronic. All I can say is Your video is awsome.keep up the good work!

[@haveminivanwilltravel]

Im not sure why anyone would give this a thumbs down. You did an excellent job explaining all of this so THANK YOU! Great vid!

[@HM-pu9zc]

Excellent explanation of electricity and how it behaves. You should be a university professor. And you are very cute.

[@chriseudy4684]

Speakers at University are paid good

[@SuperDeut4]

VEry very VERY cute and sweet spirit.

[@foodstampz]

You're a great teacher. Keep it up.

[@hanibachi3719]

Why is no one talking about how cute he is!!!! I mean look at that face !

[@gordonphillips7229]

Well if you had bothered to look at the previous 14 replies then you would have found that is not true.

[@vp0617]

Because his genius outshines that fact.

[@Kimhjortsbjerg]

Why don't you contact a dating bureau instead of wasting everybody's time !

[@seanmclaughlan5445]

Honestly mate, loved it. I had a problem with my alternator in my van and was told about how it might be to do with my split charger and how my main battery yadda yadda etc. And I realised that even though I teach English and film I have absolutely no idea what the mechanic was talking about. Anyway, I stumbled across your video - what a great explanation! I will now go back to my converted campervan and go through the wiring - I love to understand things like this; you made it soo easy so thanks mate. I will have to rewatch but I had no idea what my solar panels were doing, I just had solar panels on the van. Knowledge is power. Thanks again. I really get it. No longer looking like the fool in the garage. Great mate. Lots of love and gratitude from Scotland. Cheers Sean

[@firefly2k7uk]

I like the fact that you break down things to basics without any condescension.