Updated on : 29-03-2026
| This document specifies the terms and definitions of arcing fault detector, stipulates the tests, inspection rules, marking and instruction manuals and describes the corresponding test methods. This document applies to AC arcing fault detector installed and used in electrical circuits not exceeding 15kW in industrial and civil buildings, as well as DC arcing fault detector with a maximum open circuit voltage not exceeding 1500V DC. Arcing fault detector used for electrical fire monitoring in other devices, as well as arcing fault detector with special requirements in other environments, are also applicable to this document, except where special requirements are otherwise specified by relevant standards. |