Dictionary of Electrical Engineering

Commonly used terms in the Electrical industry.

recloser
a self-contained device placed on distribution lines that senses line currents and opens on overcurrent. Reclosing is employed to reenergize the protected line segment in the case of temporary faults. Reclosers have the capability for fast tripping for fuse saving, and slow tripping to allow sectionalizing fuse operation for faults on laterals. The recloser will retrip on permanent faults and go on to lockout. Reclosers are suitable for pole mounting on overhead lines.
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