1301530111

Series:	Safe-T-Chek®
Part Status:	Active
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Type:	In-Line Splice with 18" Leads
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	--
Specifications:	120V

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Introduction to Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is an integral part of an electrical protection system.It is used to protect people from electric shock by cutting off the power when a fault current is detected.GFCI responds faster than conventional circuit breakers, to shut off power before an electrical shock can occur.It can detect an imbalance of current in the electrical circuit and trip or disconnect the power when an imbalance of electricity above a certain level is detected.
1301530111 Application Field and Working Principle of GFCI
The application field of GFCIs are mainly, residential and commercial buildings, industrial facilities, swimming pools, spas, outdoor and indoor electrical outlets, etc. The working principle of a GFCI is based on the current transformer concept, which monitors the current flow between the hot and neutral wires.The GFCI monitors the hot and neutral wires and any significant change in the current flow of one of the wires, the device will detect and trip the circuit.It will also detect excess current on either wire, which could potentially cause a short circuit.If this occurs, the breaker will trip the circuit before any damage occurs.A GFCI also works by comparing the current flow in the hot wire to the current flow in the neutral wire.If there is a potential imbalance, then the device will detect this and trip the circuit. This will shut off the power before any potential shock can occur.
Types of GFCI
There are two types of GFCI, the Ground-Fault interrupter Outlet (GFCI Outlet) and the Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter Breaker (GFCI Breaker).The GFCI Outlet is a device, usually in the form of an electrical outlet, which is designed to disrupt an electric circuit when there is a potential ground fault.The GFCI Breaker is usually electrical panel mounted and is used to protect specific circuits, such as wiring in bathrooms, kitchens and outdoor areas. The GFCI Breaker automatically trips whenever it detects a potential ground fault.GFCI Installation and Testing
It is important to ensure the correct installation and testing of GFCI devices. In order for them to work properly, the wiring and connections must be secure. A GFCI device should also be tested periodically to ensure it is still working correctly.To do this, a GFCI tester should be used. This tester is designed to measure the differential current between the hot and neutral wires. A reading of more than 5mA indicates the presence of a ground fault in the system.Conclusion
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is an important safety device used to protect people from electric shock.It is used in residential, commercial, industrial buildings, swimming pools, spas, outdoor and indoor electrical outlets, etc. GFCI works by monitoring the current flow between the hot and neutral wires and any significant change in the current flow of one of the wires, the device will detect and trip the circuit.It is important to ensure the correct installation and testing of GFCI devices in order for them to work properly. A GFCI tester should be used to measure the differential current between the hot and neutral wires. GFCI is an important device that can help prevent electric shock and should therefore be seen as an integral part of any electrical protection system.

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