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3 Main Types of Power Protection Devices – Their Advantages and Disadvantages

If you use electrical equipment, you know how important it is to protect it from power problems that can damage or destroy your appliances. Power problems such as voltage fluctuations, power surges, and power outages can occur at any time and for various reasons. They can cause overheating, fire, explosion, data loss, or a reduced lifespan of your equipment. That's why you need power protection devices that can prevent or mitigate the effects of these power problems. This blog post covers three key types of power protection devices: fuses, circuit breakers, and surge protection devices. Fuses Fuses are a fundamental, low-cost form of overcurrent protection that operates by melting a thin metal strip when currents exceed a certain threshold. This breaking action interrupts the flow of electricity, preventing damage from overloads. While reliable, fuses must be replaced after each fault and cannot protect against all power issues, such as voltage surges. They are best suited for appl...