Recommended References on Arc Flash
What is Arc Flash? Arc flash is a type of electrical explosion or discharge that occurs when a fault condition bridges the air gap between energized conductors or between an …
What is difference of Arc Fault from Arc Flash?
Definition of Terms It is a sad reality that even Electrical Engineers are not aware of the diffrences of arc faults and arc flashes. Arc faults and arc flashes are …
What is an arc fault?
An arc fault is a high-power discharge of electricity between two or more conductors. This discharge can manifest in a number of ways. Series Arc Fault Occurs in a single …
Switchboard Rating for Internal Arcing Fault Clearing Time and Peak Current Withstand
What is Internal Arcing Fault Clearing Time Switchboard rating for internal arcing fault clearing time is defined as the amount of time a switchboard or panelboard can withstand an internal …
Arc-flash – hazards, mitigations and standards
What is Arc-Flash? Arc-Flash is a type of electrical explosion that occurs when an electrical current leaves its intended path and travels through the air from one conductor to another …
Ventilation Requirements for Stationary Battery Rooms
Almost always, stationary battery rooms ventilation is an argument among engineers. However, seldom do their reasoning are based on scientific evidence to prove their position. IEC std 62485 provides a …