FH26050AC - 50 Amp Circuit Breaker

FH26050AC - 50 Amp Circuit Breaker

Get dependable, high-performance protection with the Schneider Electric FH26050AC molded-case circuit breaker. This 2-pole, 50-amp device supports up to 600 V AC and is built for plug-in I-Line mounting—making installation, maintenance, and system upgrades straightforward. With a thermal-magnetic trip unit at its heart, it delivers precise protection from overloads and short-circuits while maintaining smooth performance in demanding commercial and industrial environments. Streamlined in design yet big on capability, it provides a balanced solution for power distribution systems that need reliable guarding without unnecessary complexity.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Offers dependable overload and short circuit protection to increase system uptime and component longevity.
• High interrupting capacity: With ratings such as 18 kA at 600 V AC, 25 kA at 480 V AC, and up to 65 kA at 240 V AC, it stands ready to manage substantial fault currents.
• I-Line plug-in mounting: Simplifies installation and maintenance—ideal when you want fast deployment or retrofit in an I-Line panel.
• Two-pole configuration: Enables adequate protection over both phases of a 50-amp branch circuit, maintaining balance and safety.
  

Technical Specifications

• Line rated current: 50 A
  
• Number of poles: 2 (2P)
  
• Voltage rating: Up to 600 V AC (and rated for 250 V DC)
  
• Mounting mode: I-Line plug-in
  
• Magnetic hold current: 400 A; magnetic trip current: 850 A
  
• Electrical connection: I-Line line connection, lugs on load side; supports AWG 14 – 1/0 copper, AWG 12 – 1/0 aluminum
  
• Terminal identifier: AL100FA
  
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 6.4 in (162.6 mm) × 3.0 in (76.2 mm) × 4.13 in (104.9 mm)
  
• Interrupting capacity code: H; 65 kA at 240 V, 18 kA at 600 V.
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Green Premium label: This breaker carries the Green Premium label from Schneider Electric, signifying its adherence to enhanced sustainability standards.
• RoHS/REACH compliant: Indicates that exposure to hazardous substances is minimized.
• UL and CSA certified: It is UL-listed and CSA certified per industry standards for molded-case circuit breakers.
  

Where It Works Best

• Ideal for commercial and industrial distribution boards, the FH26050AC performs strongly in environments where dependable branch-circuit protection matters. It is HACR-rated, meaning it can be used safely with heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment without worry. Its I-Line format makes it especially suited for panelboards and retrofit projects where minimal downtime and rapid installation are priorities.