Arc Flash is light and heat produced as a result of Arc Fault, due to low impedance path, which causes electrical explosion or discharge.
Internal Arc Protection in Low voltage Assembly Provides following
Personal protection under arcing conditions
It is Ability of an ASSEMBLY to limit the risk of personal injury caused by the mechanical and thermal effects of an internal arcing fault.
- This applies to enclosed low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies when doors and covers are closed and correctly secured
- It does not cover all effects which may constitute a risk, such as toxic gases.
ASSEMBLY protection under arcing conditions
It is Ability of an assembly to limit the effects of an internal arcing fault on the operation to a defined area inside the ASSEMBLY.