Westinghouse Circuit Breakers

Westinghouse Electric Corporation was a major American manufacturing company that was founded in 1886 by George Westinghouse. It was known for its contributions to various industries, including electrical power, transportation, and consumer electronics. Westinghouse was a pioneer in the development and commercialization of alternating current (AC) power systems, which became the dominant standard for electrical distribution.

One of the products that Westinghouse was known for was circuit breakers. Circuit breakers are electrical devices designed to protect an electrical circuit from overcurrents, short circuits, and other electrical faults. They automatically interrupt the flow of electricity when they detect a fault, preventing damage to equipment and reducing the risk of electrical fires.

Westinghouse circuit breakers were widely used in power distribution systems, industrial settings, and residential applications. They played a crucial role in ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical systems by quickly isolating faulty sections of a circuit.