10 Amp DC Circuit Breaker

A 10 amp DC circuit breaker interrupts current flow in DC-powered circuits when over 10 amps. In this case, any current flow exceeding ten amperes is restricted preventing damage to the attached components.

Caractéristiques

The features of a 10 amp DC circuit breaker can vary depending on the manufacturer and/or model. However, some notable features of a 10 amp DC circuit breaker are as follows:

• A voltage rating is assigned alongside the ampere rating indicating the maximum voltage it can safely handle.
• Can be mounted but utilizing different methods like surface mounting and panel mounting.
• Employs thermal and/or magnetic mechanism in tripping the circuit in case of excessive current flow.
• While similar in operation to a fuse, it can be automatically or manually reset after tripping.

Application

A 10 amp DC circuit breaker finds use in a wide range of applications requiring circuit protection against overcurrent as follows:

• Automotive electrical components like wipers and headlights utilize 10 amp DC circuit breakers for circuit protection.
• DC circuits in marine vessels utilize 10 amp DC circuit breakers to protect electronic devices such as navigation lights and radios.
• Sensor systems and control circuits used in industrial control panels for machinery and automation systems utilize 10 amp DC circuit breakers.
• Solar power systems employ 10 amp DC circuit breakers to safeguard electrical components like batteries, charge controllers and inverters alongside wiring.
• The distribution systems and battery banks of telecommunications equipment include 10 amp DC circuit breakers in their circuits.
• You can find a 10 amp DC circuit breaker in various electronic appliances and devices such as power supply units.