The United States' National Electrical Code (NEC) recently expanded Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) requirements (see "Arc-Detecting Circuit Breakers Will See Wider Use" at ...

An arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) is a device intended to protect against the effects of arc faults by recognizing characteristics unique to arcing and then de-energizing the circuit when it ...

Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupters are relatively new electrical safety devices that first appeared in the 1999 National Electric Code. AFCI devices look very similar to GFCI devices, in that they have a ...

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and electrical and fire safety advocates across the globe are celebrating the 25-year anniversary of the Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI).

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? What’s better, a GFCI outlet or a GFCI circuit breaker? BILL H., CASPER, WYOMING Both ...

Arc fault circuit interrupters or AFCIs serve an important purpose: they prevent electrical fires caused by wiring problems. An AFCI detects electric arcs, breaking the circuit before trouble arises.

These circuit breakers feature Trip-Alert, an LED indication system that identifies which electrical fault condition induced tripping —arc fault, ground fault, or overload/short circuit These circuit ...

Do you think you know all the ins and outs regarding the installation power requirements for residential smoke and fire alarm systems? Did you know that in one- and two-family homes, you should not ...

Solar inverters in Brazil must include arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) from Dec. 1, according to new rules from Inmetro. Several distributors have reportedly begun selling non-compliant ...