EPG Control Panel designs feature Type "2" Coordinated Protection. This means If a fault should occur, only the zone containing the fault will be effected. The rest of the system will continue to function. Type "2" protection, as a result of the use of current limiting fuses, assures that system components are not subjected to damaging fault currents, minimizing repair costs.
The use of current limiting fuses with high interrupting capacities often allows the use of smaller, lower amp-rated disconnects. This also allows the use of the smaller IEC motor starters. Both in turn result in lower initial costs as well as repair costs.
Type “2” Coordinated Protection can not be achieved with the use of circuit breakers. It can be achieved only with the use of a properly selected fuse that is UL Listed or CSA Certified.
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