Alligator clip facts for kids
Alligator clips are toothed clips on the ends of electric wires. They are hinged near the back, making them look like alligator jaws. Sometimes they are also called crocodile clips. Usually those clips are used in measuring to temporarily connect a meter to an electrical circuit or a single component.
Images for kids
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A crocodile clip manufactured by Mueller Electric. This device is a variation of Mueller's original crocodile clip design, which was invented by Ralph Mueller in the early 1900s.
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Standard clip
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Crocodile clips, also called automotive clips, on a set of jumper cables
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Pair of standard clips
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