Electrical Circuit Breakers and Switches

Circuit Breaker

A circuit breaker is an electrical switch that is designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage due to a short or overcurrent/overload circuit. The basic functionality is to prevent the current flow after protective relays detect a fault.
There are many types of circuit breakers such as miniature circuit breakers, motor protection circuit breakers, air circuit breakers, and earth leakage circuit breakers. Each circuit breaker served a different purpose. Essentially, when excess current is detected, they’re designed to trip a mechanism to break the circuit.

Advantages of Circuit Breakers: 

• Provide overcurrent protection by detecting and interrupting excessive current flow.

• Resettable, eliminating the need for replacement after tripping.

• Enable selective tripping to isolate faulty sections while keeping the rest of the system operational.

• Offer different trip characteristics to protect various electrical equipment.

• Can be remotely controlled and monitored for enhanced convenience and safety.

Switches 

Switches are used to turn on or turn off the electrical lights, connected equipment, or electrical outlets. To keep up with the challenges faced in security and convenience, there are switches that extend control and safety to the building infrastructure.
We have a wide range of circuit breakers and switches from various brands such as ABB, Omron, Schneider Electric, Fuji Electric, and more.

Both circuit breakers and switches are vital for the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems. Circuit breakers protect against overcurrent and faults, while switches provide control and isolation, making them essential components in any electrical infrastructure.

Advantages of Switches: 

• Provide overcurrent protection by detecting and interrupting excessive current flow.

• Resettable, eliminating the need for replacement after tripping.

• Enable selective tripping to isolate faulty sections while keeping the rest of the system operational.

• Offer different trip characteristics to protect various electrical equipment.

• Can be remotely controlled and monitored for enhanced convenience and safety.