User: xformer, Location: Dallas, Tx
Asked on: Monday, March 28, 2011 at 2:16 pm EDT
Answered on: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3:23 am EDT
Question: Does anyone know if arc fault receptacles are available? Anyone know a manufacturer or unit cost? Last I heard, manufactures were not making them yet.
Yes, arc fault receptacles are available.Manufacturers
Eaton Leviton Square D Siemens GE
Unit Cost
Unit costs vary depending on the type and features of the receptacle. As of 2023, approximate costs are:
Standard arc fault receptacle
$20-$30
Combined arc fault and ground fault circuit interrupter (AF/GFCI) receptacle
$40-$60
Weather-resistant arc fault receptacle
$60-$80
Note: The 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) requires arc fault circuit interrupters ( AFCIs) in most new residential and commercial buildings. These AFCIs can be installed in the electrical panel or as arc fault receptacles. Arc fault receptacles are a type of AFCI that provides arc fault protection at the outlet level. They detect dangerous electrical arcs and trip the circuit before a fire can start.* Arc fault receptacles are recommended for use in areas where there is a high risk of electrical fires, such as bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and offices. Flag for review