Virrankytkin
Virrankytkin is a Finnish term that translates to "power switch" or "circuit breaker" in English. It refers to a device designed to interrupt the flow of electric current when it exceeds a safe level. This interruption protects electrical circuits and equipment from damage caused by overloads or short circuits, and it also helps prevent fires.
Virrankytkin can be a manual switch, often seen on appliances or in electrical panels, that can be
The fundamental principle behind a virrankytkin is the detection of excessive current. In a manual switch,