circuit_breaker hsg Definitions of circuit breaker on the Web: * a device that trips like a switch and opens the circuit when overloaded wordnet.princeton.edu/perl/webwn * A circuit breaker is an automatically-operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overload or short circuit. ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circuit_breaker * Circuit Breaker is a fictional comic book character in the 1980's Marvel Comics Transformers series. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circuit_Breaker_(Transformers) * An electrical switch capable of opening and closing an electrical circuit in all operating conditions, including fault situations en.wiktionary.org/wiki/circuit_breaker * a device that protects an electric circuit from overheating by opening (breaking) the circuit www.lewisporteacademy.com/elecweb/glossary.html * A resettable overcurrent protective device that operates (trips) after a certain current level is exceeded for a certain length of time. Common designs include thermal, magnetic and combinations of both. www.powersource.net/glossary.htm * A device which looks like a switch and is usually located inside the electrical breaker panel or circuit breaker box. It is designed to (1) shut of the power to portions or all of the house and (2) to limit the amount of power flowing through a circuit (measured in amperes). ... www.davebrewer.com/terms_all.htm * A protective device which automatically opens an electrical circuit when it is overloaded. www.nachi.org/glossary.htm * a device that automatically interrupts the flow of an electrical current. tamhsc.edu/departments/finance-admin/safety/electrical/intro.html * An electric fuse that activates or deactivates a circuit. www.mirealestatetoday.com/Dictionary/C.htm * CIRCUIT BREAKERS automatically stop the flow of electricity when it senses too much current or an abnormal condition. ... www.duquesnelight.com/StormCenter/UnderstandingElectricityAndSafety/GlossaryOfElectricalTerms.cfm * a device designed to open and close (turn off or on) an electrical circuit by non-automatic means (a physical toggle switch) and to open the circuit automatically (internal trip mechanism) on a predetermined overcurrent without damage to itself when properly applied within its rating. ... www.inspect-ny.com/electric/ElectricalDefinitions.htm * The most common type of "overcurrent protection." A breaker trips when a circuit becomes overloaded or shorts out. www.welcomehomeowner.com/articlecontent.aspx * something that switches off a circuit when the current gets too high activities.macmillanmh.com/science/ca/grade4/glossary/c.html * An electrical device that shuts off electricity when a circuit draws too much current. Sometimes known as simply a “breaker,” they can be located in the main service panel or a subpanel. poolnerd.com/glossary-of-pool-terminology/ * The method used to ensure that no more than a certain percentage of a property’s assessed value is paid in taxes. The percentage represents the “cap” for property taxes on the property. ... www.in.gov/dlgf/2496.htm * The safety valves for electrical systems. It interrupts an electric circuit when an unusual condition arises such as lightening and malfunctioning appliances. Unlike a fuse it can be reset. www.knowbeforeyoubuy.net/index.php * A supplementary measure to be applied by an Exchange to put a boundary to the volatility of the stock price index, and to give investors opportunity to evaluate information during periods of panic buying and selling. ... www.set.or.th/en/education/resource/glossary_pc.html * A system of trading halts and price limits on equities and derivatives markets designed to provide a cooling-off period during large, intraday market declines. www.nfa.futures.org/BASICNET/glossary.aspx * a form of electrical switch which opens (trips) to interrupt a circuit when it senses excessive current flow that may be caused by a short circuit, to protect wiring and components from damage. ... www.altec.com/ealtec/SilverStream/Pages/glossary.html * A protective device that opens an electric circuit when a short occurs or the system is otherwise abnormally stressed. WEMC's circuit breakers are configured to reset automatically. This keeps long term outages from happening when temporary problems occur, like tree branches touching a line. www.garkaneenergy.com/coop-electric-definitions.cfm * A switch that replaces a fuse to protect from electrical overload. If the circuit breaker is activated, pushing in the button can reset it but the reason for activation should always be investigated, especially if there is a repeat. Back to the top www.houseprofessionals.com/jargon/electrical.htm * A Circuit Breaker is a switch that protects the load from overcurrent conditions. www.upsi.com/glossary.html * A protective device used to open a circuit when current exceeds a maximum value. In effect a reusable fuse. www.sciencelobby.com/dictionary/c.html * When price of a stock increases or decreases by a certain percentage in a single day it hits the circuit breaker. ... rupeemachine.com/ * A two-terminal device designed to ensure that current levels do not exceed safe levels. If "tripped," it can be reset with a switch or a reset button. wps.prenhall.com/chet_boylestad_introduct_10/4/1059/271326.cw/index.html * Connects or Disconnects the generator output from the output terminals. It also protects the generator from short circuits or overloads. www.jobsite-generators.com/glossary.html * A thermal switch that turns off if too much current is passing through it. All receptacles on Powermate generators are circuit breaker protected. powermate.com/generators/glossary.php * 1. An electrical device used to turn power off and on in sectors of a building and to limit the flow of electricity through a circuit for safety purposes. 2. In taxes, a circuit breaker is a tax credit that reduces property taxes for the elderly and permanently disabled. ... www.canequity.com/mortgage-resources/ 090228 ... hsg laughter hurts the side_effects may include so me dicine 090407 ... 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