Current sense techniques for arc fault and ground fault receptacles

摘要

The disclosed concept relates generally to current sense techniques and apparatus for arc fault and ground fault receptacles, e.g., circuit interrupters, and, more particularly, to arc fault and ground fault receptacles including a shunt stationary terminal exhibiting both mechanical and electrical functionality. The shunt stationary terminal is composed of a steel or steel alloy and copper or copper alloy composite having a current shunt integrated therein.