An electric circuit is a closed path of charge between a power source, connecting wires and electric devices. Every circuit has a maximum amount of current it can allow to pass through - over this, the wires could overheat and melt or fires might break out. Thankfully, circuit protection devices (CPDs) prevent this by automatically disconnecting the supply of electricity when a dangerous overcurrent passes through the wires.
The most basic type of CPD is a fuse. The fuse consists of two oppositely charged plates connected by a metal wire, which acts like a charge pipe through which positive charges can flow. If a given device draws more current than permitted, the fuse wire melts and breaks the circuit, stopping the current flow. There are different types of fuses based on their voltage and current ratings, application, response time and breaking capacity.
Market Dynamics:
The global Circuit Protection market is expected to grow at a rapid pace in the forecast period due to rising adoption of IoT devices in various applications across industries. The growing telecommunication sector coupled with the increasing investments towards the development of strong IT infrastructure is fuelling the growth of the global circuit protection market.
The increased focus on electrical safety in consumer applications is boosting the demand for advanced circuit protection systems, which will provide a lucrative opportunity for market players. However, high cost of raw materials and stringent government regulations are likely to hinder growth of the global circuit protection market during the forecast period.
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