LEG6-34869-30-V

Circuit Breakers

A circuit breaker is a universally accepted safety device that helps protect electrical circuits from overload and short circuits. The most common type of circuit breaker is the LEG6-34869-30-V, which is widely used in industrial, commercial and domestic applications. The circuit breaker has several fundamental components, including an insulated base, a current-sensing element, an arc chute, a set of contacts and some additional components.

When a device is connected onto the circuit and power is switched on, the current-sensing element is able to detect the amount of current that is flowing through. If the current increases beyond its capacity, the element triggers the contacts to open, thus interrupting the current flow. This is known as breaking the circuit. In most cases, the breaker will reset, allowing the power flow to resume when required. There are a few variations, in which the circuit breaker will have a switch to reset manually after the current overload has been corrected.

The LEG6-34869-30-V circuit breaker is able to work in both in single phase and three phase systems, which makes it a very versatile device. It is also capable of handling different loads, from as low as 15 amp to as high as 6000 amp. This ensures optimum safety and performance in every application. In addition, this type of circuit breaker is designed with a totally enclosed arc chute, which helps to reduce the risk of electrocution, electric shock, and other hazard that can arise when exposed to live electrical components.

The LEG6-34869-30-V is mainly used in industrial, commercial and domestic applications. This type of circuit breaker is used in residential wiring systems, in which it is usually placed on the main panel or the sub-panel. It is also used in industrial plants where multiple circuits have to be protected from a single breaker. In commercial buildings, the LEG6-34869-30-V circuit breaker is mainly used to provide protection for equipment and devices.

Apart from providing protection from overloads and short circuits, LEG6-34869-30-V circuit breaker is also able to detect other electrical faults. It can detect insulation resistance and ground faults, as well as detect leakage current in the circuit. This detection capability allows the circuit breaker to take preventive measures promptly, thereby protecting the equipment and devices from possible damage. It also helps increase energy efficiency, thus reducing the amount of energy being wasted during its operation.

To conclude, the LEG6-34869-30-V circuit breaker is one of the most widely used products in industrial, commercial and domestic applications. It provides efficient protection from electric overloads and short circuits, while it is able to detect other electrical faults and take preventive measures promptly.