Every homeowner must be familiar with the operation and the features of the circuit breaker panel/electrical breaker box that sits in the utility room and supplies power to the house. Knowing what it is, why it’s important, and how it works may help you with troubleshooting home electrical issues and avoid dangerous situations. And fortunately, [...]
Circuit Breaker Vs. Safety Switch Both safety switches and circuit breakers promote safety and prevent damage to you and your property, but they are not the same thing. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misconceptions about these two electrical safety devices that have been causing a lot of confusion in the mind of people. It’s [...]
Chances are that you must be one of those homeowners who only looks at your circuit breakers when you happen to trip the circuit in your house and have to reset the switch to restore your power right? The truth is that a circuit breaker is actually a safety device rather than a simple on/off [...]
If you've got a circuit breaker that just won't stay on, you may be dealing with a frustrating and potentially worrisome situation. Circuit breakers play a crucial role in your home's electrical safety, and a constantly tripping one signals a problem that needs attention. This blog is here to help you with the common causes [...]
The Need for Circuit Breakers Whether it is a residential structure or a commercial building, everyone is exposed to electric hazards from domestic appliances, plant equipment and machinery. Shocks and burns from faulty plant equipment can result in lifelong damage and cause serious injuries. Circuit breaker protection is used along with grounding for protecting electronic [...]
What are Molded Case Circuit Breakers(MCCB)? Molded Case Circuit Breakers(MCCB) are electrical protection gadgets that can be used with a wide range of voltages to protect your appliances and electrical circuit from excessive current. MCCBs, as they are commonly known, have adjustable trip settings and can hold as much as 2,500 amps in current ratings. [...]
When it comes to electrical appliances at home or your workplace, safety from mishaps like electrocution and fire should always be a top priority. Any laxity on this front can result in heavy damages and bring all operations to a grinding halt if you are drawing power from a generator set to run them. [...]
