Should I Use Afci or Gfci
The Afci Should Not Be Confused with the Gfci. the Afci (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) Protects Against Fires Caused by Arcing Faults. Arcing Faults Often...
The AFCI should not be confused with the GFCI. The AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) protects against fires caused by arcing faults. Arcing faults often occur in damaged or deteriorated wires and cords. … The GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) is designed to protect people from severe or fatal electric shocks.
When should AFCI be used?
16 states that AFCI protection is required for all 120-Volt, single phase, 15 and 20 amp branch circuits supplying outlets or devices installed in living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, laundry areas, and similar rooms or areas.
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Where are AFCI required?
AFCI protection is currently required for all 15 and 20 amp branch circuits providing power to outlets* in residential family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, and similar rooms or areas.
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