FA14020A - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

FA14020A - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

The Schneider Electric FA14020A delivers dependable overload and short‑circuit protection for commercial and industrial electrical systems. With its 1‑pole configuration and 20‑amp rating at 480Y/277 V AC, this breaker blends precision and compact form — an excellent fit when you need reliable safety without sacrificing space. Built with thermal‑magnetic trip technology, it responds quickly and accurately to electrical faults, helping prevent equipment damage and reduce downtime. Its I‑Line mounting makes installation and maintenance straightforward — a practical advantage where efficiency matters.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-Magnetic Trip Technology: Reacts precisely to overloads or short circuits, giving you dependable protection for sensitive equipment and wiring.
• High Fault Current Capacity: Rated for 18 kA interrupting capacity — ready to handle significant fault currents common in heavy-duty and high-energy environments.
• I-Line Mounting Style: Enables seamless installation into standard panel systems. This streamlined mounting design helps reduce labor time and simplifies future maintenance.
• Compact and Practical Build: Its 1‑pole, space-saving design ensures it fits neatly in electrical panels where space is at a premium, making it ideal for busy commercial or industrial electrical setups.

Technical Specifications

• Rated Current: 20 Amps
• Voltage Rating: 480Y/277 V AC
• Number of Poles: 1 Pole (single-phase protection)
• Breaking Capacity: 18 kA (18,000 Amps) at fault conditions
• Magnetic Hold Current: 275 Amps
• Magnetic Trip Current: 600 Amps
• Mounting Mode: I‑Line panel mounting
• Electrical Connections: Lugs for load, I‑Line connection for line side
• Dimensions:
  • Height – 6.4 in
  • Width – 1.5 in
  • Depth – 4.13 in

Material Compliance and Certifications

• RoHS and REACH Compliance: The FA14020A meets stringent environmental and safety standards. It is both RoHS- and REACH-compliant, ensuring minimal environmental impact and adherence to global sustainability requirements.
• UL Listed and CSA Certified: On the safety front, it is UL Listed and CSA certified — meaning it has been evaluated against rigorous industry benchmarks for quality and electrical safety.

Where It Works Best

• This circuit breaker is tailored for commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, data centers, and other high-energy installations where dependable circuit protection is essential. Whether you're safeguarding branch circuits in an industrial panel, protecting motors, or wiring lighting and HVAC circuits in a commercial setup — the FA14020A offers the level of protection and reliability required in demanding environments. Its compact footprint and standardized mounting make it especially useful where space is limited but safety cannot be compromised.