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Circuit Breakers - Application Field and Working Principle

Circuit breakers are electrical safety devices that are used to prevent serious damage to electrical equipment and systems, as well as providing electrical safety to individuals. Circuit breakers have been around since the dawn of electricity and are used in almost every application where power is used. This article will explain the application fields and the working principle of the circuit breaker.The primary application field of circuit breakers is the industrial sector. In the industrial sector, circuit breakers are used to protect wiring, circuit cards, and other equipment from damages due to overloading or short circuiting. These devices include fuse boxes, circuit breaker panels, and power transfer relays. In the residential sector, circuit breakers are used in homes, apartments, and other residential dwellings to protect possessions and family members. The most common types of circuit breakers used in homes are arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs), ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), and over-current protection devices (OCPDs). An arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) is designed to detect and protect against dangerous arcs which can cause electric shocks, fires, or other undesirable events. Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) protect people by sensing any imbalance in the electric current and then shutting off the power automatically before an electric shock can occur. Over-current protection devices (OCPDs) are used to protect wiring from long-term overloads by limiting the amount of current that can flow through the wiring. Circuit breakers generally operate on the principle of overload protection. When the current flowing through the wiring exceeds a certain limit, the breaker trips and interrupts the flow of current, preventing damage to equipment and personnel. The trip time of the circuit breaker and the amperage rating of the breaker will depend on the type of circuit breaker and the application for which it is used. Modern circuit breakers also often include additional features such as smart-trip technology, remote access, and self-testing and diagnostic capabilities to ensure maximum protection. In addition to overload protection, circuit breakers also provide surge protection. Surge protection is designed to protect against lightning strikes, power outages, and other sudden increases in voltage. Surge protection devices are usually designed to limit the amount of current that can pass through the wiring. Circuit breakers are also used in automotive systems to protect the wiring and components from overloads or short circuits. In these applications, circuit breakers are typically integrated into the wiring system and are triggered automatically. Automotive circuit breakers can also be manually reset when needed. As can be seen from the above, circuit breakers are used in a variety of applications and for a variety of purposes. It is important to understand the purpose of the circuit breaker and the application it is intended for in order to ensure the most effective and safe protection.

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