Circuit breaker electrical symbol

The circuit breaker electrical symbol is:

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This symbol is used to represent a circuit breaker in electrical diagrams and schematics. It is often used to indicate a device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current in a circuit, typically in response to an overload or short circuit.

Here's a breakdown of the symbol:

• The rectangle represents the circuit breaker itself.
• The horizontal line inside the rectangle represents the electrical contacts that open and close to interrupt the flow of current.
• The arrowheads on either side of the rectangle indicate the direction of current flow.

The circuit breaker symbol is often used in conjunction with other electrical symbols, such as switches, fuses, and circuit diagrams, to provide a clear and concise representation of an electrical system.