Standard 3-Prong Electrical Outlet Diagram | Safety & Wiring Guide #264501 (License: Personal Use)

This schematic illustration depicts a standard North American NEMA 5-15R grounded receptacle, featuring two vertical slots (hot and neutral) and a U-shaped grounding hole below. The design ensures safe power delivery by preventing reverse polarity and providing a path for fault current. It’s commonly used in residential and commercial buildings for 120V appliances requiring grounding.

Used in electrical safety guides, wiring tutorials, home improvement articles, and product documentation to help users identify correct outlet types and understand grounding principles. Matches user intent for learning outlet anatomy, troubleshooting, or verifying compatibility before installation.