Understanding Circuitry

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The neutral and ground are completely unregulated until 2008 code takes effect. I feel that an alarm system should be utilized rather than this shut off power system we have in force. Except for gfci s
 
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quogueelectric said:
The neutral and ground are completely unregulated until 2008 code takes effect. I feel that an alarm system should be utilized rather than this shut off power system we have in force. Except for gfci s
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quogueelectric said:
I feel that an alarm system should be utilized rather than this shut off power system we have in force. Except for gfci s
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IMHO quogeelectric is saying the circuit should go into alarm condition instead of shutting the circuit off:-? simular to a FACP when you remove a detector.;)
 
Exactly a fire alarm or smoke detector is suitable for when the place is already engaged in a working fire or burnt toast. So why wouldnt an alarm system be suitable to alert the homeowner of an electrical problem that must be addressed. A gfci needs to disengage in order to prevent electrocution in a timely fashion. However rarely are they on a lighting circuit.
 
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Exactly a fire alarm or smoke detector is suitable for when the place is already engaged in a working fire or burnt toast. So why wouldnt an alarm system be suitable to alert the homeowner of an electrical problem that must be addressed. A gfci needs to disengage in order to prevent electrocution in a timely fashion. However rarely are they on a lighting circuit.
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I can only imagine how much money this would run a house up. A neutral to ground connection on the 'load' side of breaker (not to mention old stoves/dryers) alarm would be interesting but not cost effective.
 
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I can only imagine how much money this would run a house up. A neutral to ground connection on the 'load' side of breaker (not to mention old stoves/dryers) alarm would be interesting but not cost effective.
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How much more than 40-50$ a breaker? are you kidding me? a spider in an outside light box outside a master bedroom walking from ground to neutral is going to shut the lights off and make the customer call back. They can make an alarm panel for burglars for less than a hundred bucks and they are bigger than that spider.
 
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I think a cow bell is a great idea!!! Also what is the resistance per K/ft of this spider that walks from nuetral to ground?
 
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