FAL24040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL24040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Get reliable protection where it counts with the Schneider Electric FAL24040—designed for demanding electrical systems that require precision, durability and smart engineering. With a 40-amp rating and 2-pole configuration, this breaker safeguards your circuits from overloads and short-circuits, while delivering the superior build and features you’d expect from Schneider Electric’s PowerPact® B-Frame family. Its compact footprint, thermal-magnetic trip unit, and lug-type connections make it a solid choice for commercial and industrial installations where uptime, safety and compliance matter.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-Magnetic Trip Unit: Combines overload (thermal) and short-circuit (magnetic) protection in one device, giving you dependable circuit safeguarding.
• High Fault-Level Capacity: With a breaking capacity code A and a fault interrupt rating up to 14 kA at 600Y/347 VAC, this breaker stands up to high demand environments.
• Compact, Efficient Design: As part of the PowerPact B-Frame range, it offers a smaller footprint without sacrificing performance—ideal for tight panel spaces.
• Straightforward Wiring: Equipped with load and line lugs for easy, secure connections that streamline installation and minimize wiring hassle.
• Certified Quality: UL 489 and CSA certified for distribution use; designed for both safety and reliability in commercial settings.

Technical Specifications

• Line Rated Current: 40 A
• Number of Poles: 2
• Voltage Rating: Up to 480 V AC (600Y/347 V for B-Frame spec)
• Breaking Capacity Code: A (per catalogue)
• Magnetic Hold Current: 400 A (typical)
• Magnetic Trip Current: 850 A (typical)
• Electrical Connections: Lugs for both line and load
• Phase Connection: A-B-C (three phase)
• Dimensions:
  • Height: ~ 6.40 in (162.6 mm)
  • Width: ~ 3.00 in (76.2 mm)
  • Depth: ~ 4.13 in (104.9 mm)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Green Premium™ Label: Manufactured under Schneider Electric’s “Green Premium™” label, meeting strict environmental standards including RoHS and REACH compliance, low-CO₂ footprint, and product circularity initiatives.
• Mercury-Free Components: Mercury-free components and design features that align with global sustainability efforts.
• Industry Standards: Meets international standards including UL 489, CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC/EN 60947-2 (depending on variant).

Where It Works Best

• Commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration units or heating loads where HACR (heating, air-conditioning, refrigeration) rating is beneficial.
• Industrial feeder circuits or branch protection in manufacturing plants, processing facilities, or data-centre infrastructure.
• Electrical retrofit or upgrade projects where space is limited and a compact, high-performance solution is required.
• Panelboards or control panels using the PowerPact B-Frame platform, offering compatibility and streamlined serviceability.