Temperature limiting switch
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- Department: Fuses and automatic switches
- Category of products: Automatic switches
- Sub-category: Magnetothermal and thermal switches
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Limiting Temperature Switch
A limiting temperature switch is a safety device used to prevent overheating in electrical equipment and appliances. It operates by interrupting the flow of electricity when the temperature reaches a predetermined limit.
- Function: To protect equipment from damage caused by excessive heat.
- Mechanism: A bimetallic strip or thermistor expands with increasing temperature, triggering a switch that breaks the electrical circuit.
- Applications: Widely used in appliances such as ovens, refrigerators, hair dryers, and electric motors.
