Fritzing breaker part

A Fritzing part!

In Fritzing, a "Breaker" is a type of electronic component that is used to interrupt an electrical circuit when a certain condition is met, such as a voltage exceeding a certain threshold or a current exceeding a certain limit.

Here are some common types of Breaker parts in Fritzing:

  1. Resettable Fuse: This type of Breaker is designed to reset itself after a fault has been cleared. It's commonly used in applications where a circuit needs to be protected from overcurrent or overvoltage.
  2. Thermal Breaker: This type of Breaker is designed to trip when the temperature of a component or circuit exceeds a certain threshold. It's commonly used in applications where overheating can cause damage or failure.
  3. Voltage Breaker: This type of Breaker is designed to trip when the voltage in a circuit exceeds a certain threshold. It's commonly used in applications where voltage spikes or surges need to be protected against.
  4. Current Breaker: This type of Breaker is designed to trip when the current in a circuit exceeds a certain threshold. It's commonly used in applications where overcurrent can cause damage or failure.

To add a Breaker part to your Fritzing project, follow these steps:

  1. Open your Fritzing project and navigate to the "Parts" panel.
  2. Search for "Breaker" in the search bar and select the type of Breaker you want to add (e.g. "Resettable Fuse").
  3. Drag and drop the Breaker part onto your breadboard or PCB.
  4. Connect the Breaker to the other components in your circuit using wires.
  5. Configure the Breaker's settings as needed (e.g. set the trip threshold for the voltage or current).

Remember to always follow proper safety precautions when working with electrical circuits, and consult the datasheet for the specific Breaker part you're using to ensure it's suitable for your application.