Title :
The arc-fault circuit interrupter, an emerging product
Author :
Gregory, George D. ; Scott, Gary W.
Author_Institution :
Square D Co., Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
Abstract :
The arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) is beginning to emerge as a new product in residential power system applications in the United States to protect against conditions that may cause fire. This paper provides some of the background regarding its emergence as a product and the function it is intended to provide. The evolving technology may also lend itself to industrial applications, as the potential applications become sufficiently well understood
Keywords :
power system protection; arc-fault circuit interrupter; evolving technology; fire protection; industrial applications; product emergence; residential power system applications; Circuits; Conducting materials; Dielectrics and electrical insulation; Electrodes; Fires; Ignition; Insulation life; Interrupters; Protection; USA Councils;
Conference_Titel :
Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Technical Conference, 1998 IEEE
Conference_Location :
Edmonton, Alta.
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4509-6
DOI :
10.1109/ICPS.1998.692533
