12V DC Circuit Breaker

A 12V DC circuit breaker is a circuit component designed to protect a DC circuit from overcurrent conditions exceeding 12 volts. It delivers a safety function by interrupting the circuit automatically when the current flowing exceeds 12 volts safeguarding the circuit components from damage.

Features

The 12V DC breaker has some key features as follows:

• A 12V DC circuit breaker essentially utilizes either a thermal or magnetic trip mechanism in response to overcurrent conditions.
• A current rating indicates the maximum current the breaker can handle without interrupting the flow.
• Its voltage rating is provided indicating the maximum voltage value allowed, in this case, 12 volts.
• Unlike fuses, they are manually reset once an overcurrent is addressed.

Application

Various systems and devices operating a DC supply of 12 volts utilize 12V DC circuit breakers. Some of these applications include:

• 12V DC security systems like alarms, sensors, and surveillance cameras.
• Circuits for electrical systems in vehicles and marine vessels such as audio, lighting, and navigation equipment.
• In solar charge controllers, protect the panels and batteries from excessive currents encountered in the charging and discharging processes.
• Similarly used in electric scooters and bicycles to protect the motor controllers, electrical circuits, and battery packs.