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Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

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GFCI

IEEE / ANSI

ANSI GFCI duplex receptacle plan symbol

A GFCI receptacle includes a ground-fault circuit interrupter that trips on a small residual current, protecting people in kitchens, bathrooms, garages and outdoors. The plan uses the duplex receptacle form with GFCI or GFI written beside it.

Drawing use: GA
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEEE / ANSI
Form evidence: GFCI duplex receptacle. US architectural electrical plan practice in the ANSI Y32.9 lineage, read alongside IEEE 315 context; independently drawn, not a certified IEEE or ANSI graphic.

A distinction that matters

An IEC RCD-protected outlet performs a similar function under a different convention and tag.

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IEEE / ANSI

ANSI duplex receptacle outlet plan symbol

The duplex receptacle is the default convenience outlet in US buildings and is drawn as a circle against the wall with two parallel lines through it. Because it is the most common device on a power plan, legends then modify it with letters for special types rather than inventing new shapes.

Drawing use: GA
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEEE / ANSI
Form evidence: Duplex receptacle plan symbol. US architectural electrical plan practice in the ANSI Y32.9 lineage, read alongside IEEE 315 context; independently drawn, not a certified IEEE or ANSI graphic.

A distinction that matters

The IEC duplex receptacle form shows two outlet shapes; the US plan form uses one circle with two lines.

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