Know your suitable current limit

Effects of elecrical current in the human body Current Reaction Below 1 Milliampere Generally not perceptible 1 Milliampere Faint Tingle 5 Milliampere Slight shock felt. Not painful but disturbing. Average individual can let go. Strong involuntary reactions can lead to other injuries. 6 to 25 Milliampere (women) Painful shocks. Loss of muscle control. 9 to 30 Milliampere (men) The freezing current or “let go” range. If extensor muscles are excited by shock, the person may be thrown away from the power source. Individuals cannot let go. Strong involuntary reactions can lead to other injuries. 50 to 150 Milliamperes Extreme pain, respiratory arrest, severe muscle reactions. Death is possible. 1.0 to 4.3 Amperes Rhythmic pumping action of the heart ceases. Muscular contraction and nerve damage occur; death is likely. 10 Amperes Cardiac arrest, severe burns, death is probable.