KAL36250 - 250 Amp Circuit Breaker

KAL36250 - 250 Amp Circuit Breaker

Raise the safety and dependability of your electrical systems with the KAL36250 250 A circuit breaker — a thermal-magnetic molded-case breaker built to handle demanding installations. Whether you're designing power distribution in a large commercial building or upgrading the protection in an industrial plant, this breaker delivers consistent performance under stress, giving you peace of mind that your circuits are protected.

Key Features and Benefits

• High Fault-Current Withstand: Delivers 42 kA interrupting capacity at 240 VAC, 25 kA at 480 VAC, and 22 kA at 600 VAC, so it resists extreme fault events without failure.
• Dual Protection Technology: Combines thermal overload and magnetic short-circuit mechanisms to protect circuits from both gradual overloads and sudden surges.
• Solid Molded-Case Design: The durable housing resists environmental stress, mechanical shock, and everyday wear, ensuring long service life.
• Time-Saving Installation: Comes with both line and load lugs designed for easy wiring, reducing labor and downtime.
• Compact Yet Powerful: Though rated for high current, the design remains space-efficient, so it fits standard panel layouts and retrofit spaces.
  

Technical Specifications

• Frame Type: KAL
  
• Poles: 3
  
• Amperage: 250 A
  
• Frequency: 60 Hz
  
• Interrupting Ratings:
  • 42 kA @ 240 VAC
  • 25 kA @ 480 VAC
  • 22 kA @ 600 VAC
• Operating Ambient: Up to 40 °C
  
• Trip Technology: Thermal + Magnetic
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Industry Standards: The KAL36250 meets or exceeds UL, CSA, and NEC standards, ensuring it's backed by industry-recognized safety credentials.
• Construction Quality: Its molded-case construction is crafted using high-grade, impact-resistant materials that resist aging, heat, and vibration — giving you dependable performance over time.
  

Where It Works Best

• Commercial buildings – Ideal for central distribution panels in shopping centers, office towers, or multi-tenant complexes.
• Industrial facilities – Perfect for motor control centers, heavy machinery zones, and production lines.
• Renewable energy systems – Suitable for solar farms, wind installations, or hybrid power setups that need high-capacity protection.
• Mission-critical environments – Trusted for use in data centers, hospitals, communications hubs, and other sensitive infrastructure.