Earth Leakage and How to Prevent It
What is earth leakage?Earth leakage is defined as the unwanted leakage of the flow of electric current through insulation or any path to the earth from a live conductor. There can be many causes of earth leakage. The most common causes of earth leakage may be faulty insulation cables, equipment, devices, etc.Is earth leakage dangerous?Earth leakage is dangerous for you and your electrical equipment. An earth leakage can be fatal if the current leakage is above 300mA. A person coming in direct contact with electrical equipment that is compromised can be a victim of a shock hazard. A shock hazard smaller than 300mA is also very dangerous and can cause burns, diaphragm contraction, and breathing difficulties. So, how do I prevent earth leakage? It is very crucial for you to h...
