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52AC circuit breaker: original educational illustration
Protection functions

AC circuit breaker

Device function number 52 identifies an AC circuit breaker in the power-system device-function convention. It can appear in equipment identification, control references or a protection drawing, but it remains distinct from the graphical symbol and product specification.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Power distribution
Reference family
IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

The number 52 identifies a device function. It is not an IEC graphical-symbol identifier, breaker current rating or manufacturer model.

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86Lockout: original educational illustration
Protection functions

Lockout

A lockout function or device latches an operating condition and participates in the specified trip or blocking arrangement. Its reset and implementation depend on the selected scheme. It can be realised in physical equipment or through documented control logic.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Metering & protection
Reference family
IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

A lockout reference is not a mechanical isolation procedure and does not itself establish an authorised operating instruction.

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