AFCI and commutator

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micky 2 years ago

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If I have an afci breaker or outlet, arc-fault connection interrupt, and I use it for a motor with a commutator and brushes, like a drill etc., that normally sparks, will the breaker trip? This could be a big inconvenience.

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bud-- 2 years ago

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Not supposed to.

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Clare Snyder 2 years ago

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Hasn't for me yet

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