Remote Control Circuit Breakers
Schneider Electric's remote control circuit breaker is a safety device that allows remote control of the switching…
Why use a remote control circuit breaker?
There are a number of advantages to using a remote control circuit breaker instead of a regular circuit breaker in an electrical circuit, particularly in demanding environments. Here are just a few of the reasons why using a remote-controlled circuit breaker is popular and even recommended:
- Increased safety: Remote-controlled circuit breakers allow rapid intervention in the event of an electrical fault. This reduces the risk of material damage or injury to users.
- Remote control: They offer the possibility of controlling the power supply without having to be physically present, which is particularly useful in areas that are difficult to access or dangerous for humans.
- Optimised use of electricity: Circuit-breakers with remote control that are integrated into energy management systems allow electrical circuits to be switched on or off as required.
- Predictive maintenance: Thanks to their ability to communicate information about their status, remote-controlled circuit breakers facilitate predictive maintenance, enabling problems to be anticipated before they occur.
Remote control circuit breakers: for what applications?
Let's take the example of a large manufacturing company: a remote-controlled circuit breaker from Schneider Electric could be used to supervise and control the power supply to automated assembly lines. If the electrical load fluctuated, the circuit breaker would automatically intervene to prevent any potential damage.
In a residential setting, such a circuit-breaker could be connected to a home automation system to manage the energy of major household appliances. For example, it could be used to remotely trigger the heating of a swimming pool or to programme the charging of an electric vehicle during off-peak hours, thereby optimising energy consumption.
In short, choosing a Schneider remote control circuit breaker for these applications guarantees not only safety but also efficient energy management adapted to modern needs.