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Which component in a motor control circuit provides overload protection by sensing excessive current draw and opening the control circuit?
A thermal overload relay is specifically designed to protect motors from damage due to sustained overcurrents by sensing the heat generated by the current and t
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Question: Which component in a motor control circuit provides overload protection by sensing excessive current draw and opening the control circuit?
Answer options:
- Contactor ✅ Thermal overload relay
- Motor starter
- Circuit breaker
Correct answer: Thermal overload relay
Explanation: A thermal overload relay is specifically designed to protect motors from damage due to sustained overcurrents by sensing the heat generated by the current and tripping the control circuit.
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