copper cable
[ˈkɑpər ˈkeɪbəl]
nounpl: copper cables
cabo de cobre
1. An electrical conductor made of copper wire, typically insulated and used to transmit electrical current or signals over distances
The copper cable carries electricity from the power plant to residential homes.
O cabo de cobre transporta eletricidade da usina para as casas residenciais.
2. A type of wiring used in telecommunications and data transmission networks
The old building still uses copper cables for internet connectivity instead of fiber optic.
O edifício antigo ainda usa cabos de cobre para conectividade de internet em vez de fibra óptica.
Copper cables remain essential in both Brazilian and American electrical infrastructure, though there is a global shift toward fiber optic technology. In Brazil, copper cables are still commonly found in older buildings and are valued for recycling. In the USA, regulations like the National Electrical Code (NEC) specify copper cable standards for safety and efficiency. The material value of copper also makes cable theft a concern in both countries.
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