Arc Fault Detection Devices - Part 3

Part 3 in a 3 part series looking at the introduction of arc fault detection devices into the UK.

The Video

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Part 3

The third part in this series looks at the regulations in BS7671, and various materials provided by manufacturers. Another attempt to cause arcing and tripping is included at the end, this time with an electric heater as the load, approximately 830 watts or 3.5 amps. As in part 2, no tripping can be acheived.

 

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