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I put 2-15A AFCI breakers in a panel yesterday. What exactlly is the reason for only useing them on bedroom circuits? Is this a fire safety reason? and how are they different than a regular breaker? I guess a regular breaker would not trip if an arc was produced. Thanks.
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WildTurkey101, do a search on this BB for 'AFCI', the debate is ongoing, and probably will be for some time....
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Len: Nice rant, I'm with you 100%. I would like to look back at this situation in about 10 years, and see what difference these really make. The fact that these things we have now (breakers) only protect against permanent wiring defects and not what 'holly homeowner' plugs in has really got "me undies in a bunch" Jim
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have you noticed the trade mag articles gaining clarity on specific's that were avoided a year ago?
manipulative bas****s...
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The prime focus of trade magazines is making money selling magazines and selling advertising(not necessarily in that order). The freebie zines make it by selling advertising only. The fact that they may provide competent technical information from "experts" is secondary, and only necessary as far as it supports the prime focus.
Quote: "...and this surprises you?"
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