Fault Current Calculator (PFC) vs FaultFinder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fault Current Calculator (PFC)
This app calculates prospective fault current (PFC) in kA and Amps for single and three-phase circuits. It allows users to input any two values (voltage, earth loop impedance, or PFC) to determine the third, aiding in selecting appropriate circuit breaker ratings.
- Calculate PFC from Zs/Ze and Voltage
- Calculate Zs/Ze from Voltage and PFC
- Calculate Voltage from PFC and Zs/Ze
- PFC calculation in kA and Amps
- Single and three-phase support
- Input any two values to calculate the third
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Fault Current Calculator for iPhone and iPad is a fast, free tool for electricians, contractors, and engineers. Calculate Prospective Fault Current (PFC), Prospective Short-Circuit Current (PSCC), and Prospective Earth Fault Current (PEFC). Enter any two known values - voltage, loop impedance (Zs/Ze), or fault current - and the app instantly calculates the third. KEY FEATURES: PSCC and PEFC calculations: Calculate prospective short-circuit current for L-N or L-L faults and prospective earth fault current for L-E faults. Single-phase and three-phase support: Perform fault-current calculations for both system types. Automatic calculations: Enter any two known values to auto calculate the third. Loop-impedance calculator: Calculate Zs or Ze from voltage and prospective fault current. Formula display: See the formula used for each calculation so you can understand and verify the result. Works offline: Use the app in roof spaces, basements, plant rooms, and other locations without a signal. Dark mode and light mode: Maintain a clear display in different site conditions. 16 languages: Fully translated for electricians worldwide (af, ar, de, es, en, fr, hi, id, it, ja, ko, nl, pl, pt, ru, zh). Fast and free: A clean interface designed to deliver results without unnecessary steps. DEFINITIONS: AIC (Ampere Interrupting Capacity), often written as kAIC for kilo-Amperes, is a specific rating for protective devices that open a circuit, such as circuit breakers and fuses. SCCR (Short-Circuit Current Rating) is the maximum fault current that a complete piece of equipment or electrical assembly (like an industrial control panel, switchboard, or HVAC unit) can safely withstand without causing a hazard. Electrical calculations should be independently verified before safety-critical work. Ensure the calculated prospective fault current does not exceed the protective device's rated breaking capacity. For additional tools, upgrade to Electrical Tools & Reference, which includes calculators for kVA, Max Zs, cable sizing, and more. Pro Certs Software - trusted by electricians since 2011.
FaultFinder
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FREE FEATURES: • 10 core diagnostic flows — RCD/RCBO tripping, MCB tripping, no power, lighting faults, socket faults, intermittent faults, earth faults, neutral faults, two-way switching, nuisance tripping PRO UPGRADE (one-time purchase): • Testing Faults — 10 flows for abnormal test results • Panel & Control Faults — contactors, CTUs, hold circuits, backfeed • Heating Controls — 14 flows for programmers, stats, zone valves, wiring centres • Readings Checker — instant pass/fail for Zs, IR, RCD trip, and Ze values against IS 10101 / BS 7671 tables BUILT FOR THE FIELD: • Works fully offline — no internet required • Dark UI designed for site use • Supports Ireland (IS 10101) and UK (BS 7671) standards • No account, no sign-up, no data collection
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fault Current Calculator (PFC) at none against FaultFinder's 1. FaultFinder's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. FaultFinder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Fault Current Calculator (PFC) asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Fault Current Calculator (PFC) | FaultFinder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pro Certs Software Ltd | Eoin Robotham |
In-app purchases
Fault Current Calculator (PFC)
No in-app purchases
FaultFinder
- Faultfinder Pro$7.99
Questions
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