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12/17/2008 1:56 AM

what is mccb and where is it used & why

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12/17/2008 2:19 AM

1) It is a Molded Case Circuit Breaker

2) It is used to protect electrical circuits from ground (earth) faults and overcurrent

3) Because if you don't protect electrical circuits, they can start fires.

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