Circuit Breakers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
4435.0398

4435.0398

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM 16A 240VAC 60VDC

10

4420.0412

4420.0412

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM MAG 6A 480V 65V

0

T21-1-2.00A-01-20AL-V

T21-1-2.00A-01-20AL-V

Sensata Technologies – Airpax

CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 2A TOGGLE

0

GMS-32H 0.4A

GMS-32H 0.4A

Carlo Gavazzi

MMS 32A HIGH BREAK 0.25-0.4A

5

GMB633PC10

GMB633PC10

Carlo Gavazzi

CIR BRKR THERM-MAG 10A 240VAC

8

1658-G21-01-P10-15A

1658-G21-01-P10-15A

E-T-A

CIR BRKR THRM 15A 240VAC 28VDC

1405

4430.3089

4430.3089

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM 1A 240VAC 60VDC

77

353040

353040

OptiFuse

HIGH AMP CB-TYPE III MANUAL, 40A

0

4430.1725

4430.1725

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM 14A 240VAC 60VDC

18

IULK11-36061-50

IULK11-36061-50

Sensata Technologies – Airpax

CIRCUIT BREAKER MAG-HYDR LEVER

0

PR11-62-20.0A-XX-U

PR11-62-20.0A-XX-U

Sensata Technologies – Airpax

CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 20A PUSH-RESET

26

W23-X1A1A-20

W23-X1A1A-20

TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield Relays

CIR BRKR THRM 20A 240VAC 50VDC

0

4435.0404

4435.0404

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM 5A 240VAC 60VDC

27

MOCB-24-H-10A

MOCB-24-H-10A

OptiFuse

HOR. BRACKET-TYPE II MOD,10A 24V

0

C5A1P-125VDC

C5A1P-125VDC

American Electrical, Inc.

CIR BREAKER MAG-HYDR 5A 125VDC

0

LELK1-1-61-5.00-01-V

LELK1-1-61-5.00-01-V

Sensata Technologies – Airpax

CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 5A LEVER

23

CBW58-VL-30A-5C

CBW58-VL-30A-5C

OptiFuse

CIR BRKR THRM 30A 250VAC 50VDC

0

4420.036

4420.036

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM MAG 20A 360 VDC

0

1020097

1020097

Phoenix Contact

CIRCUIT BRAKER 20A

2128

4400.052

4400.052

Schurter

CIR BRKR THRM 2A 240VAC 48VDC

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

TypeFunction FeaturesApplication Examples
MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker)Thermal-magnetic protection, <100A ratingResidential wiring, lighting circuits
MCCB (Molded Case Circuit Breaker)Adjustable trip settings, 10-2500A ratingIndustrial machinery, HVAC systems
ACB (Air Circuit Breaker)High fault current interruption, 400-6300A ratingPower 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 protectionHospital 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

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Rated Current (In)Maximum continuous current without trippingDetermines load capacity
Rated Voltage (Un)Maximum operating voltageEnsures insulation safety
Breaking Capacity (Icu)Maximum fault current interrupting capabilityPrevents catastrophic failure
Tripping CharacteristicsTime-current curve (B/C/D types)Matches load requirements
Pole Number1P to 4P configurationsDetermines 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

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Schneider ElectricActi 9 seriesModular design, 0.5-125A range
Siemens5SJ seriesHigh short-circuit withstand, DIN rail mount
ABBEmax seriesSmart connectivity, up to 6300A
General ElectricTHQL seriesUL-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

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