FAL24100 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL24100 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

If you're looking for a dependable circuit breaker that delivers strong protection for your electrical systems, the FAL24100 from Schneider Electric is a wise choice. Designed for 100 amp applications at 480 volts, this 2‑pole breaker gives you the confidence to keep your system safe from overloads and short circuits. Its thermal/magnetic trip technology reacts quickly when fault currents occur, helping to preserve your equipment and maintain uptime. Plus, the compact footprint makes installation more straightforward, whether you're upgrading an industrial control panel or retrofitting a commercial HVAC system. With its durable build and reliable performance, you get peace of mind and a product that works hard for your infrastructure.

Key Features and Benefits

• Reliable Performance: The thermal‑magnetic trip unit ensures accurate and consistent protection, reducing the risk of nuisance trips or missed faults.
• High Fault Current Capacity: With a breaking capacity code of "A," this breaker handles high fault currents, keeping your system protected under demanding conditions.
• Space‑Saving Design: Measuring approximately 6.4″ in height, 3″ in width, and 4.13″ in depth, the unit is designed to fit efficiently into a variety of enclosures without consuming excessive real estate.
• Durable Construction: The unit is HACR‑rated (Heating, Air‑Conditioning, Refrigeration), making it suitable for a wide range of equipment applications and harsh environments.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 480 V
  
• Current Rating: 100 A
  
• Poles: 2
  
• Trip Unit Technology: Thermal / Magnetic
  
• Magnetic Hold Current: ~900 A
  
• Magnetic Trip Current: ~1,700 A
  
• Electrical Connections: Lug terminals for both line and load sides
  
• Certification: UL Listed, CSA
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Green Premium® Program: This breaker is part of Schneider Electric's Green Premium® program, which means it meets strict environmental and sustainability standards.
• RoHS and REACH Compliance: It is RoHS‑compliant and REACH‑compliant, ensuring it's free from hazardous substances like mercury and aligns with global chemical‑regulation mandates.
• Certified Build: The certified build and compliance documentation make it a responsible choice for your facility's electrical infrastructure.

Where It Works Best

• This FAL24100 model excels in industrial and commercial installations where reliable fault protection is vital — for instance, in motor control centers, HVAC systems, manufacturing machinery, or large-scale equipment panels. It's especially suited for environments requiring dependable protection at 480 V, such as production floors, maintenance facilities, or technical service areas. If you're specifying a breaker that must handle robust workloads and fault conditions while fitting into space‑constrained panels, this model delivers.