Circuit Breakers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ACB-24-V-30A OptiFuse	VER. BRACKET-TYPE I AUTO,30A 24V	13
T11-2-2.00A-01-11AL-V Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAGHYDR 2A 250VAC 65VDC	4
GMB63H2PC1 Carlo Gavazzi	CIR BRKR THERM-MAG 1A 480/277V	9
153060 OptiFuse	HIGH AMP CB-TYPE III MANUAL, 60A	2
T21-62F-10.0A-01-20AS-V Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 10A TOGGLE	0
4400.0027 Schurter	CIR BRKR THRM 6A 240VAC 48VDC	100
4435.0194 Schurter	CIR BRKR THRM 15A 240VAC 60VDC	0
R21-2-20.0A-R01IH-V Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 20A ROCKER	0
MRCBM-2PX-25A OptiFuse	MAXI FUSE FOOTPR.-TYPE III, 25A	0
QLB-153-00DNN-3BA Qualtek Electronics Corp.	CIR BRKR THRM 15A 250VAC 32VDC	664
4430.0708 Schurter	CIR BRKR THRM 9A 240VAC 60VDC	0
PP11-2-30.0A-36254-1-V Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR PUSH-PULL	73
4230-T130-K0CU-16A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THERM 16A 480VAC/125VDC	0
W31-X2M1G-2 TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield Relays	CIR BRKR THRM 2A 240VAC 50VDC	0
4435.0076 Schurter	CIR BRKR THRM 2A 240VAC 60VDC	10
IUGN66-1-72-15.0 Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 15A TOGGLE	3
IULK111-39174-3 Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIRCUIT BREAKER MAG-HYDR LEVER	0
106-M2-P30-2.5A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THRM 2.5A 250VAC 48VDC	0
GMS-32S 0.4A Carlo Gavazzi	MMS 32A STD BREAK 0.25-0.4A	5
4230-T120-K0DE-32A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THERM 32A 480VAC/125VDC	0

Circuit Breakers

1. Overview

Circuit breakers are automatic electrical switches designed to protect circuits from damage caused by overloads or short circuits. Unlike fuses, they can be reset after tripping. Modern circuit breakers ensure electrical safety, prevent equipment damage, and maintain system reliability in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Function Features	Application Examples
MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker)	Thermal-magnetic protection, <100A rating	Residential wiring, lighting circuits
MCCB (Molded Case Circuit Breaker)	Adjustable trip settings, 10-2500A rating	Industrial machinery, HVAC systems
ACB (Air Circuit Breaker)	High fault current interruption, 400-6300A rating	Power distribution in data centers
RCCB (Residual Current Circuit Breaker)	Earth leakage protection (5-500mA sensitivity)	Outdoor outlets, swimming pool equipment
RCBO (Residual Current Breaker with Overcurrent)	Combines overload, short-circuit, and leakage protection	Hospital equipment, construction sites

3. Structure and Components

Typical components include: - Enclosure: Flame-retardant insulating material housing - Contacts: Silver alloy for high conductivity - Trip Mechanism: Bimetallic strip (thermal) and electromagnetic coil (magnetic) - Arc Extinguisher: Multi-plate chamber for arc suppression - Operating Lever: Manual ON/OFF control with position indicators

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Description	Importance
Rated Current (In)	Maximum continuous current without tripping	Determines load capacity
Rated Voltage (Un)	Maximum operating voltage	Ensures insulation safety
Breaking Capacity (Icu)	Maximum fault current interrupting capability	Prevents catastrophic failure
Tripping Characteristics	Time-current curve (B/C/D types)	Matches load requirements
Pole Number	1P to 4P configurations	Determines phase protection

5. Application Fields

Power distribution: Residential panels, commercial switchboards
Industrial equipment: Motors, transformers, CNC machines
Renewable energy: Solar inverters, wind turbine systems
Transportation: EV charging stations, rail traction systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Schneider Electric	Acti 9 series	Modular design, 0.5-125A range
Siemens	5SJ series	High short-circuit withstand, DIN rail mount
ABB	Emax series	Smart connectivity, up to 6300A
General Electric	THQL series	UL-certified, industrial motor protection

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: - Match rated current to load requirements (125% safety margin) - Select tripping curve (Type B for resistive loads, C for motors) - Verify breaking capacity against system fault levels - Consider environmental factors (temperature, altitude) - Ensure compliance with standards (IEC 60898, UL 489) - Example: For a 20kW motor (400V), select MCCB with 63A rating, Type C curve, 50kA breaking capacity

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Smart grid integration with IoT-enabled monitoring - Compact designs for space-constrained applications - Eco-friendly materials with halogen-free construction - Integration with renewable energy systems - Predictive maintenance via AI-powered diagnostics - Increased adoption of DC circuit breakers for EV infrastructure