Part | RoHS | Manufacturer | Circuit Protection Type | Mounting Feature | Rated AC Voltage | Rated DC Voltage | Rated Current | Terminal Shape | Minimum Operating Temperature | Terminal Finish | Rated Breaking Capacity | Manufacturer Series | Trip Time/Delay | Additional Features | Actuator Type | Packing Method | Body Length/Diameter | Body Width | Environmental Characteristics | JESD-609 Code | Dimensions | Circuit Function | Body Height | Reference Standard | No. of Poles | Maximum Operating Temperature | Blow Characteristic |
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Sensata Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
15 A |
Stud |
5 kA |
Toggle |
5.125 in (130.18 mm) |
1.026 in (26.06 mm) |
Moisture Resistant |
Trip Free |
3.55 in (90.17 mm) |
CSA; CUL; UL; VDE |
1 |
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Defense Logistics Agency |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-55 °C (-67 °F) |
2.5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 28 VDC: 6000 A |
Push-Pull |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
Trip Free |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
MIL-C-5809 |
1 |
121 °C (249.8 °F) |
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Texas Instruments |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
15 A |
Screw |
2.5 kA |
2TC2 |
Push-Pull |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
1 kA |
2.2 s |
Push To Reset |
0.625 in (15.88 mm) |
0.54 in (13.72 mm) |
0.625 x 0.54 x 1.535 in (15.88 x 13.72 x 38.99 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.535 in (38.99 mm) |
CSA; UL; VDE |
1 |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
2.2 s |
Push To Reset |
Series Trip |
1 |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
2.2 s |
Push To Reset |
Series Trip |
1 |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
12 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
150 A |
Reset Button |
0.524 in (13.3 mm) |
0.276 in (7 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Trip |
0.984 in (25 mm) |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
1 kA |
6 s |
Push To Reset |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
0.66 in (16.76 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
1 |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-55 °C (-67 °F) |
3.5 kA |
Standard: MIL-C-5809, rated breaking capacity at 28 VDC: 6000 A |
Push Button |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
Trip |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
1 |
121 °C (249.8 °F) |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
14 kA |
Toggle |
4.134 in (105 mm) |
1.39 in (35.3 mm) |
Trip Free |
1.772 in (45 mm) |
CSA; UL |
2 |
75 °C (167 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Screw |
1 kA |
6 s |
Toggle |
1.384 in (35.15 mm) |
0.69 in (17.53 mm) |
Corrosion/Environment/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.6 in (40.64 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
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TE Connectivity |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
2.2 s |
Toggle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.75 in (19.05 mm) |
Fungus Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
2 x 0.75 x 1.64 in (50.8 x 19.05 x 41.66 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
Standard |
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TE Connectivity |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
2.2 s |
Toggle |
Series Trip |
1 |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
80 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Handle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 50 VDC: 1000 A |
Rocker |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Manual On/Off |
CCC; CE; CSA; CQC; KTL; UL; VDE |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
0 °C (32 °F) |
1 kA |
4 s |
Push To Reset |
1.15 in (29.2 mm) |
0.575 in (14.6 mm) |
Series Trip |
0.89 in (22.6 mm) |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
12 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
150 A |
Modified Reset |
0.524 in (13.3 mm) |
0.276 in (7 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP50 |
Trip |
0.984 in (25 mm) |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
5 kA |
2.2 s |
Toggle |
50.8mm X 38.1mm X 51.89mm |
Series Trip |
2 |
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TE Connectivity |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
2.2 s |
Toggle |
Series Trip |
2 |
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Siemens |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
400 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
14 kA |
Environmental Characteristics: Sealed |
4.283 in (108.8 mm) |
1.386 in (35.2 mm) |
Environment Resistant; IP20; IP40 |
4.283 x 1.386 x 3.031 in (108.8 x 35.2 x 77 mm) |
Trip |
3.031 in (77 mm) |
CCC; CE; UL; VDE |
2 |
55 °C (131 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
1 kA |
6 s |
Push To Reset |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
0.66 in (16.76 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.494 in (37.96 mm) |
1 |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
80 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
7.5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Toggle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.74 in (18.8 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.817 in (46.15 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
10 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
4.291 in (109 mm) |
1.378 in (35 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CE, CUL, UL |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Schurter Ag |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
28 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-5 °C (23 °F) |
1 kA |
Reset Type |
Bulk |
1.22 in (31 mm) |
0.453 in (11.5 mm) |
IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.772 in (45 mm) |
CCC; CSA; GB; IEC; UL; VDE |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
1 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Push To Reset |
2.156 in (54.76 mm) |
0.745 in (18.92 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL; VDE |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
240 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
3 kA |
Handle |
3.625 in (92.08 mm) |
0.688 in (17.48 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
2.62 in (66.55 mm) |
CSA, UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
2 kA |
Sealed Toggle |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
1.3 in (33.02 mm) |
Moisture Resistant; IP68; |
Series Trip |
2.158 in (54.81 mm) |
CUL; UL |
2 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
250 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
10 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
4.291 in (109 mm) |
1.378 in (35 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CE, CUL, UL |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
0 °C (32 °F) |
1 kA |
4 s |
Push To Reset |
1.15 in (29.2 mm) |
0.575 in (14.6 mm) |
Series Trip |
0.89 in (22.6 mm) |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-55 °C (-67 °F) |
3.5 kA |
Standard: MIL-C-5809, rated breaking capacity at 28 VDC: 6000 A |
Push Button |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
Trip |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
1 |
121 °C (249.8 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
10 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
4.291 in (109 mm) |
1.378 in (35 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CE, CUL, UL |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Inline/Holder |
32 V |
15 A |
Tab/Blade |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
150 A |
Push To Reset |
0.787 in (20 mm) |
0.236 in (6 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP30; IP54 |
Trip Free |
0.945 in (24 mm) |
UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 50 VDC: 1000 A |
Rocker |
2.22 in (56.4 mm) |
0.984 in (25 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.299 in (33 mm) |
CCC; CSA; KC; UL; VDE |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 50 VDC: 1000 A |
Rocker |
2.22 in (56.4 mm) |
0.984 in (25 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.299 in (33 mm) |
CCC; CSA; KC; UL; VDE |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 50 VDC: 1000 A |
Rocker |
2.22 in (56.4 mm) |
0.984 in (25 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.299 in (33 mm) |
CCC; CSA; KC; UL; VDE |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-35 °C (-31 °F) |
5 kA |
Toggle Handle |
3.228 in (82 mm) |
2.083 in (52.9 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP20 |
Trip Free |
2.37 in (60.2 mm) |
UL; TUV |
3 |
70 °C (158 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-10 °C (14 °F) |
1 kA |
Push To Reset |
1.154 in (29.3 mm) |
0.551 in (14 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.78 in (45.2 mm) |
CSA; CE; CUL; TUV; UL |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-10 °C (14 °F) |
1 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 32 VDC: 2500 A |
Push To Reset |
1.154 in (29.3 mm) |
0.551 in (14 mm) |
Manual On/Off |
1.78 in (45.2 mm) |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
10 kA |
Toggle |
Manual On/Off |
3 |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
10 kA |
Toggle |
Manual On/Off |
3 |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
15 A |
Wire |
10 kA |
6.25 in (158.75 mm) |
1.25 in (31.75 mm) |
3.5 in (88.9 mm) |
1 |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
28 V |
15 A |
Quick Connect |
-20 °C (-4 °F) |
1 kA |
Push To Reset |
Bulk |
1.26 in (32 mm) |
0.535 in (13.6 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.063 in (27 mm) |
CSA; CUL; UL |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
10 kA |
Toggle |
Bulk |
3.516 in (89.3 mm) |
2.067 in (52.5 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.693 in (68.4 mm) |
CE; CUL; UL |
3 |
55 °C (131 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
15 A |
Snap On |
-20 °C (-4 °F) |
5 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
3.366 in (85.5 mm) |
2.067 in (52.5 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CE, CUL, UL |
3 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
80 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Handle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
80 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Handle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
80 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Handle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
80 V |
15 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Handle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
A circuit breaker is an automatic electrical switch that is designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overcurrent or short circuits. Circuit breakers are commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, and they are an important safety device that helps prevent electrical fires, equipment damage, and personal injury.
Circuit breakers work by monitoring the amount of current flowing through an electrical circuit. If the current exceeds a preset level, the circuit breaker will trip, or open the circuit, to prevent damage to the electrical system. When the circuit breaker trips, it interrupts the flow of current, which stops the electrical current from flowing and prevents further damage.
Circuit breakers are available in a variety of types and sizes, and they can be classified based on their voltage rating, current rating, and interrupting capacity. Some common types of circuit breakers include thermal circuit breakers, magnetic circuit breakers, and hybrid circuit breakers.
In addition to protecting electrical systems from overcurrent and short circuits, circuit breakers also help improve the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems. They can also be used to switch electrical circuits on and off, which can be helpful in certain applications.