HMDL3500L - 500Amp Circuit Breaker

HMDL3500L - 500Amp Circuit Breaker

Finding the right replacement for your breaker often comes down to matching the details—not just the amperage. The Eaton HMDL3500L is a 500A, three-pole molded case circuit breaker from the Series C family, built on the MDL frame with an HMDL breaker configuration. This complete breaker uses a T186 trip type, operates at 50–60 Hz, and carries interrupt ratings of 100 kAIC at 240 VAC and 65 kAIC at 480 VAC.

Key Features and Benefits

• 500A current rating for compatible molded case circuit breaker applications.
• Three-pole configuration for systems requiring a three-pole breaker.
• Eaton Series C design for equipment built around this breaker family.
• HMDL breaker type with MDL frame for easier matching with existing installations.
• T186 trip type for applications requiring this specific trip configuration.
• 50–60 Hz frequency rating for compatible electrical systems.
  

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: HMDL3500L
  
• Manufacturer: Eaton
  
• Product Type: Molded case circuit breaker
  
• Series: Series C
  
• Circuit Breaker Type: HMDL
  
• Frame: MDL
  
• Frame Type: Complete breaker
  
• Amperage Rating: 500 A
  
• Number of Poles: Three-pole
  
• Trip Type: T186
  
• Frequency Rating: 50–60 Hz
  
• Terminal: Includes both Line and Load lugs
• Interrupt Rating at 240 VAC: 100 kAIC
  
• Interrupt Rating at 480 VAC: 65 kAIC
  
• Certification: UL Listed
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The Eaton HMDL3500L is UL Listed, providing a documented certification reference for installations that require UL-listed equipment.

Where It Works Best

The HMDL3500L works best in electrical distribution equipment that specifically requires an Eaton Series C HMDL breaker with an MDL frame. It is a practical choice for maintenance and replacement situations where keeping the existing equipment configuration is important.