sorry for beating a dead horse.

[definitive]

Im still frustrated over the whole AFCI code. I could understand if they tripped on a series arc, but they only trip on parallel arc.....kinda like every other breaker. Is there any proof out there that these things can or will save lives? I need to see proof or at least a good example. Anyone?

 

[bphgravity]

Re: sorry for beating a dead horse.

People were saying the same thing about GFCI requirements 30 years ago. Over time and development, GFCI's now have a proven track record of safety and protection. Give the AFCI technology a chance. I for one think that they are a good start to a big problem.

[ April 21, 2003, 09:03 AM: Message edited by: bphgravity ]

 

[mikeackley]

Re: sorry for beating a dead horse.

.. but they only trip on parallel arc

Definitive: Here is a link to a AFCI Summary on UL's website. UL Summary on AFCI's

Scroll down to page 5 and you will find that the Branch Feeder type of AFCI breakers commonly available today will trip on a series arc if it occurs somewhere on the branch feeder circuit. They will not trip (or at least they are not Listed to trip) on cord set series arcs

 

[Guest]

Re: sorry for beating a dead horse.

More AFCI discussions can be found at:

http://bcodes.infopop.net/2/OpenTopic?a=tpc&s=541091073&f=304093073&m=1713008673