The disconnector acts as a safety measure; it isolates a part or the whole of a circuit and prevents current from flowing through; this is done to prevent hazards during inspection, maintenance, and repair. The disconnector switch performs the operations of the load break switch and the disconnector. The major types of disconnectors are: Centre-break disconnectors. Double-break disconnectors. Pantograph disconnectors.
Disconnect switches prevent many common electrical incidents, including short circuits and surges. These problems can severely harm or even destroy important equipment, costing you a lot in replacement and repair, making installing a safety switch a very smart investment. Promoting personnel and employee safety.
Disconnect switches are typically composed of an enclosure, wired electrical contacts, and an actuator (handles, shafts, keys, etc.). The enclosure protects the contacts from environmental hazards and also protects users from touching live circuits. [transitive] disconnect something (from something) to separate something from something The ski had become disconnected from the boot. [transitive] disconnect somebody [usually passive] to break the contact between two people who are talking on the telephone We were suddenly disconnected.
