Protecting and Defending
Leviton’s broad range of high-performing GFCIs meet the residential and commercial/industrial market’s broad range of needs.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are essential safety devices that help protect people from dangerous electrical shocks caused by “ground faults” – e.g., faulty electrical wiring, inclement environmental conditions, or other hazardous circumstances. GFCIs shut off power almost instantly once a ground fault is detected to prevent serious injury.
The National Electrical Code® (NEC®) requires the installation of GFCIs in such residential areas as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, workshops, basements, garages/carports, and outdoor areas such as pools, decks, and patios as well as in a range of commercial/industrial spaces where occupant-facing and/or mission-critical equipment is used.
Leviton’s high-performing SmartlockPro® and Lev-Lock® branded GFCIs fully support the market’s broad range of residential and commercial/industrial needs and include the following:
- Self-Test GFCI – Cutting off power in a fraction of a second if a ground-fault is detected, these GFCIs are required by the NEC in kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, basements, garages/carports, and pool areas.
- GFCI Combination USB -- Offering GFCI protection in combination with a pair of powerful USB ports for faster charging, use of this GFCI is code-compliant in kitchens, bathrooms, and anywhere GFCI protection is needed.
- Weather-Resistant GFCI -- Paired with a weather-resistant cover, this GFCI is designed for use in wet and damp outdoor locations such as decks, patios, and pool areas.
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- Dual Function AFCI/GFCI – This device helps protect from electrical fires or shocks resulting from arc-faults as well as from ground-faults in one device and is designed for use in kitchens and laundry areas, upgrades/additions.
- GFCI with Audible Trip Alert – Alerting occupants to a tripped circuit via an audible alarm, this device is ideal for use in out-of-the-way or less-accessible spaces such as garages, basements, or large commercial kitchens.
- GFCI with Guide Light – Incorporating a built-in guidelight for use at night or in dark spaces, this GFCI is ideal for use in bathrooms.
- Combination GFCI/Switch (15 Amp only) -- Ideal in small kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms where a switch and GFCI are both needed but space is limited, this unit combines GFCI protection and a single pole switch in one device.
- Blank Face GFCI – Applications include spa or tub areas, providing the utmost safety for a dedicated branch circuit with a clean and unobtrusive appearance.
- Pilot Light GFCI -- Incorporating high-visibility LEDs that indicate power status, this device is ideal in poorly-lit or difficult-to-access settings such as storage areas.
- Pop-Up Floor Box with GFCI – With its sleek profile, recessed design, and ability to support a wide variety of flooring types, this GFCI is easily concealed when not in use and is ideal in open spaces like great rooms.
- Portable GFCI Cord Sets & User-Attachable Devices – These devices are designed for use with electric gardening equipment, electric power tools, power washers, boat hoists, holiday decorations, portable pools, portable generators, and other temporary power equipment that requires GFCI protection.
- GFCI Branch Circuit Breaker -- Designed for use with the Leviton Load Center, this device was the industry’s first to meet 2021 UL® End-of-Life protection standards (preventing reset if ground-fault protection is lost) and features line-side LED indicator lights identifying the trip condition and type of fault.
- Hospital Grade GFCI Receptacles – Ideal for mission-critical hospital and industrial applications, these devices feature a tamper-resistant housing that’s protected against harsh chemicals, a dual-function status indicator light, and auto-monitoring (self-testing) which confirms that protected power is available.
For more information, please view our lineup located at Leviton.com/GFCI. |
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