1. An electric current that exceeds the normal or rated current capacity of a circuit, device, or conductor
The circuit breaker tripped due to an overcurrent condition in the electrical system.
O disjuntor disparou devido a uma condição de sobrecorrente no sistema elétrico.
2. A dangerous excess of electrical current that can cause damage to equipment or pose a fire hazard
Overcurrent protection devices are essential to prevent equipment damage.
Os dispositivos de proteção contra sobrecorrente são essenciais para prevenir danos ao equipamento.