2907692

Circuit Breakers

A circuit breaker is an automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overload or short circuit. Its basic function is to detect a fault condition and, by interrupting continuity, to immediately discontinue electrical flow.

2907692 Application Field and Working Principle

The 2907692 circuit breaker, manufactured by Southern Electric, is designed for industrial applications. It is rated at 480 volts AC and comes equipped with UL489 and CSA C22.2 number 14 certified breakers. With a short circuit current rating of 10,000 A, it is suitable for applications such as motor control, heating systems, and other commercial/industrial needs.

The working principle of the 2907692 circuit breaker is based on the thermal effect of an electric current. As current passes through the breaker, heat is generated due to the resistance of the wire. This heat is then used to expand a bi-metallic strip which consequently enables the breaker to break the circuit.

The tripping of the breaker occurs when an over-current passes through the breaker. As this overload persists for a certain amount of time, the bi-metallic strip expands to its maximum and thus causes the breaker to trip. When this happens, the breaker interrupts the circuit, thereby preventing further damage.

The 2907692 circuit breaker also has different types of protection systems. One of these is the overload protection, which is designed to protect the circuit from excessive current flows. The other is the short circuit protection, which helps to protect the circuit from short circuits.

In addition, the 2907692 circuit breaker also consists of a ground fault indicator light. This light works in conjunction with the circuit breaker to provide ground fault protection. This means that when the indicator light is lit, it is an indication that there is a ground fault somewhere in the circuit, which could potentially cause damage to the system.

The 2907692 circuit breaker is a reliable and safe switch for industrial applications. It is a very versatile device and can be used in a variety of settings to protect equipment from damage due to overloads or short circuits. Furthermore, it is easy to install and maintain and comes equipped with overload and short circuit protection systems.