KDL32150 - 150 Amp Circuit Breaker

KDL32150 - 150 Amp Circuit Breaker

Meet the KDL32150 Molded Case Circuit Breaker from Schneider Electric — a dependable 3-pole, 150 A, 240 V AC protective device that delivers consistent overcurrent and short-circuit protection for industrial and commercial electrical systems. Designed to handle significant load demands, this circuit breaker brings reliability and performance to your power distribution setup without fuss. Ideal when you need a high-capacity yet easy-to-manage protection solution.

Key Features and Benefits

• 150 Amp load handling: Capable of managing heavier circuits and high-demand equipment with confidence.
• Thermal-magnetic trip mechanism: Combines long-time (LI) and instantaneous protection for both overload and fault conditions.
• Feed-thru design: Lets you easily daisy-chain downstream circuits without adding separate distribution blocks.
• 25 kA interrupt rating @ 240 V: Built to interrupt fault currents safely in demanding environments.
• Compact molded-case form: Saves panel space while keeping installation and servicing simple.
• Push-to-trip functionality: Allows manual trip testing to verify integrity without triggering system shutdowns.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 240 V AC
  
• Current Rating: 150 A
  
• Poles / Phase: 3 poles / 3-phase
  
• Trip Technology: Thermal-magnetic (LI + Instantaneous)
  
• Interrupting Capacity: 25 kA @ 240 V
  
• Connection Type: Feed-thru (line & load side lugs)
  
• Certifications & Standards: UL 489, CSA, IEC, NOM (region dependent)
  
• Operating Temperature: Suitable for a broad ambient range in commercial/industrial settings
  
• Mechanical Durability: Rated for repeated operations (cycles)
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Safety & Performance Standards: This breaker meets stringent global safety and performance standards. It carries UL, CSA, and IEC certifications (plus regional equivalents such as NOM where applicable).
• Material & Sustainability: It is manufactured from high-grade, corrosion-resistant materials designed to sustain long-term operation. Schneider Electric ensures compliance with environmental regulations including RoHS and REACH where relevant. The device also aligns with their “Use Better, Use Longer” philosophy to support sustainable lifecycle use.

Where It Works Best

• Industrial plants powering motor control centers, large machinery, or process equipment.
• Commercial buildings with central power distribution requiring modular protection.
• Data centers or manufacturing facilities with critical circuits needing reliable trip response.
• Retrofit or upgrade projects where feed-thru connectivity simplifies wiring.
• Environments where both thermal and instantaneous protection is essential.