The Difference Between Surge Protector And Leakage Protector

Differences in working principles

There are significant differences in how surge protectors and earth leakage protectors work. Surge protectors mainly protect equipment from surge damage by limiting sudden peak currents or voltages, while leakage protectors focus on current control. When leakage occurs, the power supply is quickly cut off to avoid danger.

Different roles in power systems

Surge protectors are mainly used to prevent damage to equipment caused by sudden external voltage changes and play a preventive role. The leakage protector pays more attention to the protection of personal safety. When leakage occurs in the circuit, it can quickly cut off the power supply to prevent the danger caused by the leakage.

Surge protectors and leakage protectors each play a unique and important role in the power system. Understanding how they work and their differences is critical to the correct selection and use of both protective devices. Through reasonable matching and correct selection and installation, as well as regular inspection and maintenance, we can provide more peace of mind for household and industrial power use. Let us pay attention to power safety together and choose appropriate protection devices to ensure the normal operation of the power system and the safety of people's lives.