What is an electric panel ?
An electrical panel is a central component of any industrial, commercial, or residential electrical installation.
What is an electrical panel ?
An electrical panel is designed to house, protect, and organize all the electrical and electronic equipment required for the operation of a building, machine, or industrial process. Essential for safety, reliability, and maintainability, electrical panels are designed according to strict standards and can be adapted to a wide range of environments and applications.
Definition and purpose of an electrical panel
An electrical panel is used to group, protect, and organize all the electrical and electronic equipment required for the operation of a building or industrial process.
Essential for the safety, reliability, and maintenance of electrical installations, electrical panels are designed according to strict standards and can be adapted to a wide range of environments and applications.
Definition and purpose of an electrical panel
An electrical panel is a metal or plastic enclosure that houses and protects various components such as circuit breakers, contactors, relays, terminal blocks, PLCs, communication modules, power supplies, and more. It is used to centralize power distribution, control equipment, provide protection against overloads, short circuits, and insulation faults, and enable monitoring and supervision of the installation.
Electrical panels are used to:
- Distribute power to different circuits or machines
- Protect people and equipment from electrical hazards
- Organize and secure wiring
- Make installations easier to maintain, upgrade, and expand
Main components of electrical panels
Several categories of electrical panels exist depending on their function and operating environment:
Power Distribution panels : Used to distribute electrical power throughout a building, facility, or industrial plant.
Control panels : Designed to control, monitor, and supervise industrial processes and equipment.
Power panels : Used to supply motors, pumps, and other high-power electrical loads.
Modular Electrical panels : Scalable solutions that can be expanded or modified as operational needs evolve.
Automation and Control panels : Integrating PLCs, communication systems, and process control equipment.
Panels for Specific Environments : Designed for outdoor installations, hazardous areas (ATEX), clean rooms, and other demanding environments.
Safety and applicable Standards
The design and installation of electrical panels are governed by standards such as IEC 61439 (low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies) and NF C 15-100 (low-voltage electrical installations in France). The IP rating (protection against dust and water ingress) and IK rating (resistance to mechanical impacts) also define the level of protection required for each environment.
Learn more about IEC 61439 – AFNOR
Learn more about NF C 15-100 – Promotelec
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Why choose a custom electrical panels ?
Every installation has its own requirements in terms of power, safety, available space, operating environment, and future scalability. A custom-designed electrical panel ensures the best technical solution, compliance with applicable standards, and easier maintenance and future expansion.
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