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Marc M wrote:When attempting to determine the maximum temp of any given breaker while under load; can you please explain the most effective method used in determining this temp and what factors may or may not apply?
Marc M wrote:From some other information I found, the handle on an AFCI breaker, and presumably all circuit breakers, must not exceed 60°C or 140°F.
Jerry Peck - Codeman wrote:From some other information I found, the handle on an AFCI breaker, and presumably all circuit breakers, must not exceed 60°C or 140°F.
Marc M wrote:This I found and thought it to be the standard. However, it appears based on your answer that each and every situation is different and as such, much must be taken into consideration in order to determine the Max temp of that individual breaker/ circuit.
The A/C breaker was hotter than the rest so I wanted to find out what exactly is "too hot".
Marc M wrote:Thanks for you time and expertise, glad to to be here. I was paying for this info thru another site. $15 per question.
Jerry Peck - Codeman wrote:Hi Marc,Marc M wrote:Thanks for you time and expertise, glad to to be here. I was paying for this info thru another site. $15 per question.
Hopefully you are getting more than you are paying for here.
Marc M wrote:Marc M wrote:From some other information I found, the handle on an AFCI breaker, and presumably all circuit breakers, must not exceed 60°C or 140°F.
This I found and thought it to be the standard. However, it appears based on your answer that each and every situation is different and as such, much must be taken into consideration in order to determine the Max temp of that individual breaker/ circuit. I was using my friends IR gun and shot my panel. The A/C breaker was hotter than the rest so I wanted to find out what exactly is "too hot". I appreciate your help
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