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Will an arc fault circuit interrupter (or AFCI) breaker interfere with the operation of a ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI)?

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No
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Question: Will an arc fault circuit interrupter (or AFCI) breaker interfere with the operation of a ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI)?
Top Answer (63% of 38 votes): No.

Answer: No
Explanation: We install dual function breakers for all new installations. Just have to make sure all wires are separated, down the line.
G & H Electrical Services, LLC
Answer: Yes
Explanation: Unless you buy a combination circuit breaker that does both arco and t f I
Alltypes electric llc
Answer: Yes
Explanation: AFCI will not interrupter the gfci
Daylight Electrical Contractors, LLC
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Answer: No
Explanation: The AFCI breaker and the GFCI breaker operate differently. The AFCI monitors arc's in the wiring, lamp cords, loose connections in the wiring. They help protect against a fire hazard. The GFCI monitors the current in the wire. What goes in must be the same as what is going out. If there is an imbalance, the GFCI trips. GFCI's help reduce the possibility of electrocution hazards. Many modern homes will have either a dual function AFCI/GFCI breaker or receptacle installed.
Electrical Services Plus LLC
Answer: No
Explanation: The electrical characteristics of the two are different. They work together for total protection.
ElectriTech, Inc.
Answer: No
Explanation: They make them combo now
Roche Electric & Consulting
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Answer: Yes
Explanation: AFCI breakers are Arch Fault Circuit Breakers intended to be installed for bed room, ect wiring (outlets, switch's, lights, ect)Romex wiring inside the walls can arch for quite a time before it ignites its surroundings. The AFCI circuit breaker senses this arch and trips more rapidly then standard breakers. Grounding for both breakers are the key here. Electricity will all ways take the least resistance to ground
D B Electric
Answer: No
Explanation: A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) was designed to protect people and equipment from electrical shock. An Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) was designed to detect arcing faults in wiring, appliances and equipment, preventing electrical fires.
My Electrician
Answer: No
Explanation: Arc fault / GFCI breakers and devices are currently being used and is recommended and required to be installed.
Seabreeze Electric
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Answer: No
Explanation: It is made to work with each other
Kristoff Electric
Answer: Yes
Explanation: They should not cross paths
Advanced Electrical and Energy
Answer: No
Explanation: They provide more protection together.
LED Electrical Services
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