What are the differents between Breaker & Contactor?

Answer Posted / sushil kumar sharma

circuit breaker is normally used as main incomer in mcc panel or outgoing feeder in power transfer feeder (PCC)
it can operate fully auto or mannualy it has property of tripping at over load
contector is normaly used as motor starter or control switchgear .

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