Describe The Features of HV AC Circuit Breakers Flashcards by Chris Taylor | Brainscape

Q

What are five types of circuit breakers?

A

Air-magnetic
Air-blast
Vacuum
Oil
Sulphur Hexaflouride (SF(6)) CB

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Q

What provides the force that moves the contacts in most circuit breakers?

A

Springs

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Q

What important characteristic does a CB have compared to a load-break switch?

A

A CB has the ability to interrupt high fault currents

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