GFCI Breaker vs. GFCI Receptacle

[dpenbert]

What are reasons one would protect receptacle circuits using a GFCI breaker rather than using a GFCI receptacle for outdoor applications (weatherproof receptacles) with each receptacle being on their own circuit?

Thanks for the input.


David

 

[tom baker]

Re: GFCI Breaker vs. GFCI Receptacle

1. The receptacle can be reset at the receptacle. This can be important if the circuit breaker is in a remote location.
2. It may be easier to install receptacles in a retrofit application, with a CB you have to make sure you know which is the correct neutral at the panel.
3. Cost, as a bolt on GFCI CB can be $100 or more

I like the receptacles as they can be reset locally. If I am running power to an underground vault that can flood I will use a CB.

Its really a end user choice.