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ACBMA Study Says AFCI Circuit Breakers Provide Better Protection in Homes than AFCI Receptacles
2017-12-08 12:00:00| Electrical Construction & Maintenance
American Circuit Breaker Manufacturers Association says new research shows advantages of AFCI circuit breakers over AFCI receptacles.
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Code Quiz: AFCI Protection in Guest Rooms and Suites of Hotels and Motels
2017-02-02 16:12:00| Electrical Construction & Maintenance
With respect to arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) protection as required in Sec. 210.12, 120V, single-phase, 15A and 20A branch circuits supplying ______ and _______ installed in guest rooms and guest suites of hotels and motels shall be protected by AFCI protection as described in subsections (A)(1) through (6). This applies _______. read more
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An Interpretation of AFCI Circuit Extensions
2016-02-17 20:06:45| Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Is AFCI protection required when modifications or extensions are made to an existing 120V, single-phase 15A or 20A branch circuit in a dwelling unit bedroom? read more
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GFCI and AFCI Basics
2016-01-21 00:07:21| Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Two different technologies protect against two different types of hazard. read more
AFCI Receptacle helps prevent electrical fires.
2015-03-18 13:31:08| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
Available in 15 and 20 A models, Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter Receptacle protects against electrical fires by detecting arc faults and de-energizing circuit. Ground terminal back-wire speeds installation, while auto-ground clip assures positive ground to metal box. Featuring thermoplastic construction, receptacle is impact- and tamper-resistant with automatic shutter system that prevents children from inserting objects. Unit takes #14-10 AWG stranded or solid, copper, or copperclad conductors.
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