Distressor: What is it and what is it for

1 What is a dyeing?

A disjection is an electrical device designed to interrupt the flow of electric current in an installation in case of detecting anomalous conditions, such as overloads or short circuits. As we have already advanced, its main function is to provide protection against possible damage to the electrical system and prevent risks such as fires and electrical discharges.

2 Types of Distrusts and their Applications

There are several types of diliters, each designed to fulfill specific functions and adapt to various applications in electrical systems. Next, some of the best known:

Thermomagnetic dysents

These diliters combine a thermal and magnetic function. The thermal function responds to prolonged overload currents, while the magnetic function acts before short -circuit currents. They are used in residential, commercial and industrial facilities.

RESIDUAL DIFFERENTIAL DIVERS (DDR)

Also known as ground failure switches, they detect ground running currents and disconnect the circuit to avoid electrical discharges. They are common in residential and commercial environments, especially in wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchens.

Superimmunized Differential Distressers (DDS)

Similar to DDRs, but with greater capacity to avoid unwanted shots due to electromagnetic interference. They are used in sensitive facilities where precision in the detection of leakage currents is critical.

High sensitivity magnetothermal disjunctions

Designed to protect sensitive circuits, such as fluorescent and electronic lighting, against short -circuit currents. They offer a quick response and are used in environments where the necessary protection is essential.

Circuit switches in molded box (MCCB)

They are larger capacity and industrial facilities to protect equipment and machinery. They offer personalized adjustments and overload protection and short circuits.

Distrans for protection against transient overtops

These diliters protect against transient voltage peaks, such as those caused by atmospheric discharges. They are installed in ray -prone areas, such as industrial electrical installations and lightning rod systems.

Disjection for data line protection

Specifically designed to protect sensitive electronic data and equipment lines, such as computers and network systems, against over -overdrafts and voltage peaks.

Residual current circuit switches (RCCB)

They detect minimal differences between input and output currents, disconnecting the circuit against possible current leaks. They are used in residential and commercial facilities to protect against electric shocks.

As is often the case in the entire field of electricity, the choice of the type of disjunct will depend on the specific application and the protection requirements of the electrical system in question. It is important to select and use the right type to ensure safe and efficient system functioning.

3 Practical applications of the disjunctors

The choice of the appropriate disjuncture depends on the specific electric charge and the characteristics of the system you are protecting. Here are some general recommendations for different applications that you can take as a reference when choosing yours:

• Air conditioning: For an air conditioning system, it is common to use a thermomagnetic disjuncture with the capacity to handle the equipment load of the equipment. The required current capacity will depend on the power in watts or amps of the air conditioning. Be sure to select a disjunctr with the appropriate capacity to withstand the load during starting and normal functioning of the air conditioning.
• Appliances: The protection of appliances in a residential installation can be achieved with conventional thermomagnetic dysymagenics. The current capacity will depend on the total load of the appliances connected in that specific circuit. You can consult the electrical specifications of your appliances to determine the necessary ability of the disjection.
• Lighting in general: For the lighting of your house, thermomagnetic dysymagnetic dysymagenic is usually used, since lighting circuits tend to have lower loads compared to appliances and air conditioning systems. A 10 to 20 amps.

Remember that it is essential to comply with local electrical regulations and consult an electric professional when performing any installation or modification in an electrical system. In addition, if you have doubts about the ability and type of disjection to use, it is advisable to have the advice of an electrician to ensure the safety and efficiency of its electrical installation.

4 Location of the diliters

In our daily lives, we find common dissenders in the electrical distribution picture of our homes and workplaces. This table, also known as "Switch Board" or "Fuse box", houses a series of circuit switches that act as dysenters. Each switch is associated with a specific circuit and can be manually operated to cut the current in case of emergency or electrical problem.

The presence of dissenders in these distribution tables is essential to guarantee electrical safety in residential and commercial environments. In situations such as overloads or short circuits, the disjection is automatically activated, interrupting the current and avoiding damage to the electrical system and possible risks to people and electronic devices.

In addition, you must keep in mind that the convenient location of the disjunctors facilitates maintenance and repairs, since they allow to isolate specific sections of the electrical system without affecting the general supply.