FAL36100 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL36100 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

When a circuit breaker needs to be replaced, the goal is usually pretty simple: find the right breaker, install it, and get the equipment back in service. The FAL36100 is a 100 Amp, 3-pole thermal-magnetic circuit breaker built for 600VAC electrical distribution systems. It serves as a form-, fit-, and functional replacement for compatible Type FAL installations, making it a practical choice for maintenance professionals, electricians, and facility managers who want to keep existing equipment operating without altering the original design.

Key Features and Benefits

• 100 Amp current rating for protecting higher-capacity branch and feeder circuits.
• Three-pole configuration for use in 600VAC three-phase electrical systems.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit provides overload and short-circuit protection.
• Unit-mount construction fits compatible Type FAL installations without changing the existing equipment layout.
• Line and load lug connections for installation in approved applications.
• HACR rated for qualifying heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
• Maintains the original form, fit, and function of compatible electrical systems.
• Built to last, making it a dependable choice for maintenance and replacement projects.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: FAL36100
  
• Product Type: Circuit Breaker
  
• Series: FAL
  
• Trip Unit Technology: Thermal-Magnetic
  
• Current Rating: 100 Amps
  
• Voltage Rating: 600VAC
  
• Number of Poles: 3
  
• Breaking Capacity Code: A
  
• Mounting Style: Unit Mount
  
• Magnetic Hold Current: 900 Amps
  
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 1700 Amps
  
• Electrical Connections:
  • Line Lugs
  • Load Lugs
• Terminal Identifier: AL100FA
  
• Phase Connection: ABC
  
• Circuit Breaker Application: HACR Rated
  
• Dimensions: 6.40 in. H × 4.50 in. W × 4.13 in. D
  
• Warranty: 18 Months
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The FAL36100 is UL Listed and CSA Certified, meeting recognized industry standards for applicable installations. It is also HACR rated for approved heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration applications. Before replacing an existing breaker, verify that the amp rating, voltage, pole configuration, mounting method, and terminal connections match the equipment already in service. Installation should always comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), local electrical codes, and the equipment manufacturer's requirements.

Where It Works Best

The FAL36100 is commonly found in commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, industrial plants, mechanical rooms, HVAC systems, panelboards, switchboards, and other 600-volt three-phase electrical distribution equipment. It's a solid choice for maintenance departments and electrical contractors replacing an existing Type FAL breaker where maintaining compatibility with the original installation is more important than changing the system.