Electrical Panels & Circuit Breakers: Smart, Safe & Control Power

What is Electrical Panel?

An electrical panel (a.k.a. breaker panel) is a metallic field with a door, typically constructed right into a wall in an out-of-the-way nook of your house. inside, you’ll discover all your house’s breaker switches. We makes electric panels that control and protect your electricity.
You may toggle breaker switches on and off. They’ll additionally shut off mechanically while there’s too much electric contemporary jogging via them — that’s what they’re for.

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It’s like a brain for your electricity. It controls how power flows to different parts of your home or building.

We make different types of panels:

Electrical panels: These are the basic ones that control power.
Smart electrical panels: These are like smart assistants for your electricity. They can do things like monitor your power usage.
Circuit breaker panels: These protect your electrical system from damage.
Electrical control panels: These control big machines and systems.

We make high-quality panels that are safe and reliable. Our products help you save energy and money.

Your electric panel is like the main control center for your home’s electricity.

What’s inside?

Main breaker: This big switch controls all the power to your house. It also tells you how much power your home can handle.
Circuit breakers: These smaller switches control power to different parts of your home. Each one should have a label saying where it goes.

Old homes might have fuses

Some older homes use fuses instead of breakers. They look like small screws and can be tricky to deal with. If your home has fuses, you might have trouble getting home insurance or pay more for it.

Power comes in

Electricity comes into your home from a meter outside. This power goes to your electric panel. The main breaker can turn off this power in case of an emergency.

How much power do you need?

Canadian homes usually need between 60 and 400 amps of power. Most places require at least 100 amps. Insurance companies often check this number. If it’s less than 100 amps, you might need to upgrade your panel.

Types Of Panel

Types of Electrical Panels

Electrical panels, or distribution boards, serve as critical components in electrical systems, facilitating power distribution and protection. They are classified based on their application, voltage level, and construction.

Classification by Application

Power Control Centers (PCCs): These panels primarily distribute electrical power generated from sources like generators or utility grids. They typically incorporate switchgear for fault current interruption and voltage control.
Motor Control Centers (MCCs): Designed specifically for controlling and protecting electric motors, MCCs house motor starters, overload relays, and other motor control devices.
Switchgear Assemblies: Primarily focused on power switching and protection, switchgear assemblies contain circuit breakers, disconnectors, and other devices for safe and reliable power distribution.
Control Panels: These panels house control and monitoring equipment for various processes and systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and instrumentation.

Classification by Voltage Level

Low-Voltage Panels: Operate at voltages typically below 1000 volts and are commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Medium-Voltage Panels: Designed for voltages ranging from 1kV to approximately 35kV, these panels are employed in industrial and utility substations.
High-Voltage Panels: Operate at voltages exceeding 35kV and are primarily used in power transmission and distribution systems.

Classification by Construction

Indoor Panels: Constructed for installation within buildings or enclosed structures.
Outdoor Panels: Designed to withstand environmental conditions and suitable for outdoor installations.
Metal-Clad Panels: Enclosed in metal enclosures for enhanced safety and protection.

Additional Types

Load Center Panels: Primarily used in residential applications for circuit protection and distribution.
Panelboards: Smaller distribution panels typically used in commercial and industrial buildings.

The selection of an appropriate electrical panel depends on factors such as the system’s voltage level, power capacity, environmental conditions, and specific application requirements.