Testing System for the On-Site Checking of Magneto-Thermal Switches with Arc Fault Detection

Arcing is a harmful condition that can lead to electrical fires. The U.S. National Electrical Code requires the installation of electric arc breakers in all residential areas. However, such devices can fail, and therefore, may not work when needed. At present, there are no tests to confirm the corre...

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Main Authors: Giovanni Bucci, Fabrizio Ciancetta, Andrea Fioravanti, Edoardo Fiorucci, Simone Mari, Alberto Prudenzi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-09-01
Series:Energies
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/13/18/4652