What is ip in a breaker

In a breaker, IP stands for "Interrupting Power" or "Interrupting Current". It refers to the maximum current that a breaker is designed to interrupt or cut off in the event of a fault or overload.

In other words, IP is the maximum amount of electrical current that a breaker can safely interrupt and disconnect from the power supply without causing damage to itself or the electrical system.

For example, a breaker with an IP rating of 10A means that it is designed to interrupt and disconnect a maximum current of 10 amperes (10,000 milliamps) in the event of a fault or overload.

The IP rating is an important consideration when selecting a breaker for a particular application, as it ensures that the breaker can safely handle the maximum current that the circuit is expected to carry.