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Is 5000 volts at 1mA safe if accidentally touched, if so, up to how many mA is safe at this voltage?
Be ABSOLUTELY sure that there is no stored energy (capacitance) anywhere. See Table 1 in attachedmgb_phys said:We probably don't want to give safety advice to people in countries with lawyers.
1mA would probably be safe under most circumstances - the question is how are you limiting it to 1mA?
Is there any way a much more dangerous current to be passed if a component failed?
Bob S said:Be ABSOLUTELY sure that there is no stored energy (capacitance) anywhere. See Table 1 in attached
http://euverc.colostate.edu/safetytests/High_Voltage_Safety_Manual.pdf
Just in case, put a 5 or 10 meg resistor in series.
Bob S
http://www.ehow.com/how_5834615_avoid-electric-shock.html... you can feel 1 mA (1 milliampere or 1/1000 amp) of current through your body. 10 mA is sufficient enough to make your muscle contract to the point where you can't let go of the power source, (just like my illustration in the Introduction). And 100 mA is sufficient enough to stop your heart
The safety of 5000 Volts at 1mA depends on the type of electrical equipment or device. In general, 5000 Volts at 1mA is considered a high voltage and can be dangerous if not handled properly. It is important to follow safety protocols and use appropriate protective gear when dealing with high voltages.
1mA stands for 1 milliampere, which is a unit of electrical current. It is equal to 0.001 amperes. In the context of safety, 1mA is considered a low current and is less likely to cause harm to the human body compared to higher currents.
Yes, 5000 Volts at 1mA has the potential to cause electrocution, especially if the current flows through the heart or vital organs. It is important to always take precautions and follow safety guidelines when dealing with high voltages.
The maximum safe mA for humans varies depending on the duration of exposure, the path of current through the body, and the overall health of the individual. In general, it is recommended to limit exposure to currents above 10mA to prevent serious injury or death.
No, it is not safe to touch 5000 Volts at 1mA. Even low currents can cause electric shocks and harm the body. It is important to always use proper protective equipment and follow safety protocols when working with high voltages.