The SITOP PSE200U selectivity module distributes the load current across multiple 24 V branches and reliably monitors them for overload and short circuit. It allows short-term current peaks, such as those caused by high inrush currents, while branches with prolonged overload are switched off. This is ensured even on high-resistance lines and in cases of "creeping" short circuits. Here, circuit breakers may not trigger or may do so too late, even if the power supply could provide the necessary tripping current. The intact branches are continuously supplied with 24 V by the SITOP supplementary module without interruption or feedback, thereby potentially preventing a total failure of the system.