The article explains what a measuring shunt is, how it works, and where it is used. It describes its operating principle based on Ohm’s law, its role in measuring high currents, and its cooperation with ammeters and voltmeters. It presents typical shunt parameters (current range, voltage drop), their applications in energy, electronics, automation, laboratories, and industry. The text highlights the advantages of shunts – simple design, high accuracy, and measurement safety – and provides guidelines for selecting the right model. It is a practical compendium of knowledge for people involved in electrical measurements and diagnostics.
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