FCP34040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

FCP34040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Engineered for performance and peace of mind, the FCP34040 delivers dependable protection in demanding electrical systems. This 3-pole, 40-ampere molded-case breaker is built to handle overloads and short-circuit events with ease, helping safeguard your infrastructure and maintain uninterrupted operation. With an interrupting capacity of 65 kA at 480 VAC and 100 kA at 240 VAC, it’s suited for high-demand installations that require both safety and durability. The integrated thermal-magnetic trip unit allows precise response to varying load conditions, ensuring efficient system protection. Compact in size—4.50″ W × 6.00″ L × 3.13″ D—and weighing just 7.0 lbs, it fits neatly into panelboards, control panels and switchboards where space and reliability matter.

Key Features and Benefits

• High fault-current handling: 65 kA at 480 VAC and 100 kA at 240 VAC gives you confidence in tough environments.
• Durable molded case construction for long-term, dependable operation.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit offers accurate load protection-response, helping prevent nuisance trips and damage.
• Compact form factor simplifies installation in tight panelboard or control-panel setups without sacrificing performance.
  

Technical Specifications

• Poles: 3
  
• Amperage: 40 A
  
• Interrupting Capacity:
  • 65 kA at 480 VAC
  • 100 kA at 240 VAC
• Frame Type: FCP
  
• Frequency: 60 Hz
  
• Temperature Rating: 40 °C
  
• Dimensions:
  • Width: 4.50 inches
  • Length: 6.00 inches
  • Depth: 3.13 inches
• Weight: 7.00 lbs
  
• Type: HACR type (Heating, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration), Thermal-Magnetic, Molded Case Circuit Breaker
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL Listing: This device meets stringent safety and environmental standards, offering UL listing for assured conformity to key regulatory requirements.
• RoHS Compliance: It is also RoHS-compliant, demonstrating a commitment to limiting hazardous substances in its construction and aligning with good environmental practices.
  

Where It Works Best

• The FCP34040 is ideal for industrial, commercial and demanding residential electrical systems. Whether you’re outfitting a panelboard in a manufacturing facility, a switchboard for a commercial building or a control system for HVAC or refrigeration equipment, this circuit breaker brings reliable protection. Its high interrupting capacity makes it particularly suited to applications where fault currents may be high and system integrity is critical.