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Old Mar 26, 2013 | 10:14 pm
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cordelli
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Originally Posted by SeriouslyLost
US outlets consist of multiple parts, usually metal and seldom earthed.
Simply not at all true. Maybe five decades ago when two prong outlets (and aluminum wire) were common, but I don't even think you can easily buy ungrounded outlets anymore. Grounded outlets were pretty much standard since the late 60's are are pretty much code just about every where now.
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