why are appliances and circuit breakers measured in amp?
why are appliances and circuit breakers measured in amp?
Answer
Appliances and circuit breakers are measured in amperes (amps) because amperes are the unit of measurement for electric current.
Each circuit breaker has a specific rated amperage, or amount of current.
When that amperage is exceeded, the circuit breaker shuts down the flow of current in that circuit to prevent damage to the wiring and appliances.
