FD2050 - 50Amp Circuit Breaker

FD2050 - 50Amp Circuit Breaker

Breaker replacements rarely happen because someone has extra time. More often, they're part of a planned shutdown, or they become necessary after a breaker trips unexpectedly and won't reset. When that happens, the goal is usually pretty simple—find the correct replacement, install it, and get the equipment back into service. That's why matching the original breaker matters. It's not just the amp rating. The frame size, interrupting capacity, voltage rating, and terminal configuration all need to line up with your existing system.

Key Features and Benefits

• Eaton Series C complete molded case circuit breaker
• 50 Amp continuous current rating
• Two-pole design for compatible AC and DC applications
• F-frame construction for proper replacement compatibility
• T186 thermal magnetic trip unit helps protect against overloads and short circuits
• Rated for 600 VAC and 250 VDC
• Load Side terminals match the original manufacturer configuration
• Helps maintain the original form, fit, and function of compatible electrical systems
• A practical replacement during repairs, preventive maintenance, or routine equipment servicing
  

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Eaton
  
• Catalog Number: FD2050
  
• Product Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
  
• Series: Series C
  
• Circuit Breaker Type: FD
  
• Frame: F
  
• Circuit Breaker Frame Type: Complete Breaker
  
• Amperage Rating: 50 Amps
  
• Number of Poles: Two-pole
  
• Trip Type: T186
  
• Voltage Rating: 600 Vac, 250 Vdc
  
• Frequency Rating: 50/60 Hz
  
• Interrupt Rating:65 kAIC at 240 Vac
  • 35 kAIC at 480 Vac
• Terminals: Load Side
  
• Dimensions: 6 in. H × 2.75 in. W × 3.38 in. D
  
• Weight: 3.05 lb
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The Eaton FD2050 is UL Listed and manufactured to Eaton's published electrical ratings and specifications. Before installation, confirm that the breaker matches the existing equipment, including the frame type, amperage, voltage rating, interrupting capacity, trip unit, and Load Side terminal configuration.

Where It Works Best

The FD2050 is well suited for maintaining existing commercial and industrial electrical distribution systems that use Eaton Series C breakers. It's commonly installed in manufacturing facilities, office buildings, schools, hospitals, municipal buildings, and similar environments where dependable circuit protection is needed.