FH26040AC - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

FH26040AC - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

When you need dependable protection for demanding electrical systems, the FH26040AC 40 Amp Circuit Breaker delivers performance and peace of mind. Designed to safeguard industrial and commercial installations, this 2-pole, thermal-magnetic breaker supports up to 600 V and combines precise overcurrent and short-circuit protection with ease of installation and long-term reliability. Whether you're setting up HVAC gear, critical equipment, or a heavy-duty distribution circuit, this circuit breaker stands ready to perform with confidence.

Key Features and Benefits

• High voltage capacity (up to 600 V): Suited for a wide variety of heavy-duty applications where standard breakers fall short.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit technology: Offers accurate response to both overloads (thermal) and sudden surges (magnetic), yielding improved protection and fewer nuisance trips.
• HACR-rated compatibility: Certified for use with heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, expanding its flexibility across mechanical and electrical installations.
• Environmentally conscious design: Built within a program of sustainable manufacturing and hazardous-material compliance, supporting your facility’s broader sustainability goals.
• I-Line mounting and lug/line connection ease: Simplifies panel installation and retrofits, streamlining your setup and saving labor time on the job.

Technical Specifications

• Trip unit technology: Thermal-magnetic
• Line rated current: 40 A
• Poles: 2P (two-pole)
• Breaking capacity code: H
• Mounting mode: I-Line
• Magnetic hold current: 400 A
• Magnetic tripping current: 850 A
• Electrical connection: Line via I-Line, load via lugs
• Terminal Identifier: AL100FA
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.4 in (162.56 mm)
  • Width: 3 in (76.20 mm)
  • Depth: 4.13 in (104.90 mm)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL and CSA Certification: This circuit breaker is UL Listed and CSA certified, demonstrating full compliance with North American safety standards.
• Environmental Standards: Meets EU-RoHS/REACH directives for hazardous-material limits, helping ensure your installation aligns with global environmental and regulatory requirements.

Where It Works Best

• Ideal for installation in commercial and industrial electrical panels, the FH26040AC is well-suited for environments such as mechanical rooms, process control systems, HVAC equipment setups, and general auxiliary circuits. If you’re integrating or upgrading a system that demands reliable 40 Amp protection with a high voltage rating and HACR compatibility, this breaker offers practical value for contractors, maintenance teams and facility managers alike.