Circuit Breakers

Circuit breakers are electrical devices designed to protect the wiring and electrical equipment from damage caused by an overload. They prevent electrical fires and protect people from electrical shock by automatically cutting power to the circuit when it gets overloaded. The 209-1-36383-100 Circuit Breaker is one type of circuit breaker, designed for low voltage power circuits.

Application Field

The 209-1-36383-100 Circuit Breaker is commonly used to protect electrical circuits in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. It is typically found in products such as circuit breakers, switchgears, control panels, motor starters, and monitoring devices. This type of circuit breaker is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, and can be used in industrial, agricultural, and commercial applications.

Working Principle

The 209-1-36383-100 Circuit Breaker works on the principle of electromechanical instability. When a circuit is overloaded or short circuited, a current flow exceeds the rated threshold. The 209-1-36383-100 then interrupts the flow of current by initiating a tripping action. When the circuit breaker trips, it opens and the current flow to the circuit is interrupted. This trip action is accomplished by an electromagnet and a set of trip contacts.

The electromagnet is an electromagnetic coil, which is energized by a small electrical current that flows through the coil when the circuit breaker is closed. The energizing current of the electromagnet pulls the trip contacts together, and when the current overload or short circuit reaches a certain level the electromagnet is unable to hold the trip contacts together and they are forced open. This opens the circuit, interrupting the current flow and cutting off power to the circuit.

Once the trip action has been completed, the circuit breaker is reset manually by pushing in the reset button. This restores the contacts to their original closed position and the power to the circuit is restored. The trip action must be reset manually, as this prevents the circuit from being re-energized without any manual intervention.

The 209-1-36383-100 Circuit Breaker is a reliable, safe, and easy-to-use electrical device. Its versatility, dependability, and economical price make it an attractive choice for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. In addition, its simple resetting mechanism and its ability to handle short-circuits and overloads make it an essential component of any electrical circuit.