Circuit Breakers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CPP11-51-4.00A-OB-V Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 4A PUSH-PULL	0
9926251815 Weidmuller	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 15A 125VDC	20660
MOCBM-PX-10A OptiFuse	MAXI FUSE FOOTPRINT-TYPE II, 10A	0
4230-T130-K0CU-30A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THERM 30A 480VAC/125VDC	1
106-M3-P30-8A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THRM 8A 250VAC 48VDC	0
4230-T120-K0DE-8A E-T-A	CIR BRK THERM-M 8A 480VAC/125VDC	0
175-S0-050-2R MP	HIGH AMP CB-TYPE III MANUAL 50A	31
ACBP-24-V-40A OptiFuse	VER. BRACKET-TYPE I AUTO,40A 24V	0
C40A2P-GFI American Electrical, Inc.	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 40A 240VAC	0
W28-XTBA-3 TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield Relays	CIR BRKR THRM 3A 250VAC 32VDC	88
IULK11-1REC4-59-100.-01 Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 100A LEVER	0
MOCB-12-N-10A OptiFuse	NO BRACKET-TYPE II MOD, 10A 12V	0
106-M2-P33-0.7A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THRM 700MA 250VAC 48VDC	0
QLB-253-11B3N-3BA Qualtek Electronics Corp.	CIR BRKR THRM 25A 250VAC 32VDC	9
4435.0309 Schurter	CIR BRKR THRM 6A 240VAC 60VDC	9
4230-T120-K0BE-5A E-T-A	CIR BRK THERM-M 5A 480VAC/125VDC	0
4420.0243 Schurter	CIR BRKR THRM MAG 35A 480V 65V	0
IULK11-1REC4-61-1.00-A-01 Sensata Technologies – Airpax	CIR BRKR MAG-HYDR 1A LEVER	0
1DU6L Altech Corporation	CIR BRKR THRM-MAG 6A LEVER	15168
106-M2-P33-0.5A E-T-A	CIR BRKR THRM 500MA 250VAC 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

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