FAL361001021 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL361001021 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

When a breaker fails, most maintenance teams aren't looking to change how the electrical system works—they simply need a replacement that matches the original equipment. The FAL361001021 is a 100 Amp, 3-pole thermal-magnetic circuit breaker with a factory-installed shunt trip, built for 600VAC applications. It's intended for use in compatible Type FAL installations where maintaining the existing panel or switchboard is the priority.

One feature that sets this breaker apart is the integrated shunt trip, which allows the breaker to be opened remotely by an external control signal. That's especially useful in applications where emergency shutdown or remote disconnect is part of the system design.

Key Features and Benefits

• 100 Amp current rating for three-phase power distribution circuits.
• Three-pole design for use on 600VAC electrical systems.
• Factory-installed shunt trip allows the breaker to be opened remotely from an external control circuit.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit provides overload and instantaneous short-circuit protection.
• Unit-mount construction for compatible Type FAL equipment.
• Line and load lug connections simplify replacement in matching installations.
• HACR rated for approved heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration applications.
• Helps maintain the original form, fit, and function of existing electrical equipment.
• Built to last for long-term service in demanding commercial and industrial environments.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: FAL361001021
  
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric / Square D
  
• Product Type: Circuit Breaker
  
• Series: FAL
  
• Trip Unit: Thermal-Magnetic
  
• Current Rating: 100 Amps
  
• Voltage Rating: 600 VAC
  
• Number of Poles: 3
  
• Factory-Installed Shunt Trip: Yes
  
• Breaking Capacity Code: A
  
• Mounting Style: Unit Mount
  
• Electrical Connections:
  • Line Lugs
  • Load Lugs
• Terminal Identifier: AL100FA
  
• Phase Connection: ABC
  
• Magnetic Hold Current: 900 Amps
  
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 1700 Amps
  
• Application Rating: HACR
  
• Dimensions: 6.40 in. H × 4.50 in. W × 4.13 in. D
  
• Manufacturer Warranty: 18 Months
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The FAL361001021 is UL Listed and CSA Certified, meeting recognized industry standards for applicable installations. It is also HACR rated for qualifying heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.

Where It Works Best

The FAL361001021 is commonly found in commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, industrial plants, mechanical rooms, panelboards, switchboards, and other 600-volt three-phase electrical distribution systems. Its factory-installed shunt trip makes it a good choice for applications that require remote disconnect or emergency shutdown, including HVAC equipment, building automation systems, and other control circuits where power needs to be disconnected from a remote location.