Hi,
Let's say I have a 20Amp GE AC circuit breaker. So, let's say after testing it in a DC circuit with some loads and ammeter + clamp DC amp meter I find the current at which the breaker trips. Let's say this is 45Amps. So, is it possible to use the AC circuit breaker in the DC circuit on a permanent basis? I've seen on a youtube clip where a person is using an AC 6Amp 230V breaker with a DC circuit and it tripped at 13Amps when loaded.
Are there any significant safety hazards with this technique? I mean I was thinking since it's the current that matters maybe these breakers can be used with 6V/12V/24V circuits where the currents are generally going to be drawn only under 20Amps in the above mentioned case.
Let's say I have a 20Amp GE AC circuit breaker. So, let's say after testing it in a DC circuit with some loads and ammeter + clamp DC amp meter I find the current at which the breaker trips. Let's say this is 45Amps. So, is it possible to use the AC circuit breaker in the DC circuit on a permanent basis? I've seen on a youtube clip where a person is using an AC 6Amp 230V breaker with a DC circuit and it tripped at 13Amps when loaded.
Are there any significant safety hazards with this technique? I mean I was thinking since it's the current that matters maybe these breakers can be used with 6V/12V/24V circuits where the currents are generally going to be drawn only under 20Amps in the above mentioned case.