Circuit Breaker Arcing
The article discusses the operation, causes, and dangers of circuit breaker arcing, including overcurrent and short circuit conditions. … Read More
Two Wire Control
The article explains different methods of motor control, including Two-Wire Control, Local or Remote Operation, Combined Stop-Start and … Read More
Contactors and Relays
The article provides an overview of contactors and relays, focusing on their construction, operation, and schematic representation in … Read More
Power and Energy Meters Types
The article provides an overview of various types of power and energy meters, including their operating principles, accuracy, … Read More
SCR Thyristor Phase Control
This article explores phase control techniques in thyristor power systems, focusing on controlling AC and DC loads through … Read More
Programmable Unijunction Transistor (PUT) Basics
The programmable unijunction transistor is a device that overcomes the major disadvantages of the UJT. This article covers … Read More
Unijunction Transistor (UJT) Basics
The article provides an overview of the Unijunction Transistor (UJT), including its construction, operation, and key characteristics, particularly … Read More
TRIAC Basics
This article covers Triac Construction, Operating Principle, Circuit Characteristics, Testing Procedure, and Applications, along with the relevant circuit … Read More
Silicon-Controlled Rectifier (SCR)
This article covers Silicon-Controlled Rectifier (SCR) construction, Operation, Commutation, Characteristics, Gate Requirements, Testing, and Applications along with the … Read More
AC Power Control Methods
The article outlines various AC power control methods, including switched control, rheostat control, voltage control using Variacs and … Read More
Electric Motor Protection Devices
The article covers the essential protection devices used in electric motor circuits, focusing on methods to safeguard motors … Read More
DC Motor Protection Methods
In general, DC motors require the same sort of protection as AC motors. Thermal and magnetic overload protection … Read More