B290 - 90Amp Circuit Breaker

B290 - 90Amp Circuit Breaker

The Siemens B290 circuit breaker is a reliable option for protecting your electrical systems in commercial, residential, and light industrial settings, offering 90 amp protection. It's designed for applications using 120/240VAC and plays a crucial role in safeguarding your circuits, wiring, and the equipment connected to them by preventing overloads and short circuits during normal use. With a 10 kA interrupting rating and a compact Type BL design, the B290 fits well in standard electrical distribution setups where space might be tight.

It's commonly used in feeder circuits, subpanels, and distribution equipment, providing straightforward protection that electricians and maintenance professionals rely on daily.

Key Features and Benefits

• 90 amp molded case circuit breaker: Designed for dependable overcurrent protection in commercial, residential, and light industrial applications.
• 2-pole configuration for 120/240VAC systems: Suitable for standard low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Thermal magnetic trip protection: Helps protect circuits from overloads and short circuits during normal electrical operation.
• 10 kA interrupting capacity: Provides dependable fault protection in standard electrical distribution setups.
• Bolt-on mounting style: Supports secure installation in compatible Siemens electrical equipment.
• Compact Type BL design: Fits well in tighter panel spaces and standard electrical distribution systems.
• Helps protect against overloads and short circuits: Designed to safeguard circuits, wiring, and connected equipment.
• Suitable for feeder and branch circuit applications: Commonly used in subpanels and electrical distribution equipment.
• UL 489 listed: Built for low-voltage electrical distribution applications.
  

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: B290
  
• Manufacturer: Siemens
  
• Product Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
  
• Breaker Type: BL
  
• Amperage Rating: 90 Amps
  
• Number of Poles: 2 Pole
  
• Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC
  
• Trip Unit Type: Thermal Magnetic
  
• Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  
• Mounting Type: Bolt-On
  
• Application: Electrical Distribution
  
• Continuous Current Rating: 90A
  
• Standard: UL 489
  
• Product Dimensions:
  • Width: Approx. 3 in
  • Height: Approx. 2 in
  • Depth: Approx. 4 in
• Net Weight: 0.639 lb
  
• Country of Origin: Mexico
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL 489 Standards: The Siemens B290 circuit breaker is manufactured to meet UL 489 standards for low-voltage molded case circuit breakers used in electrical distribution systems.
  

Where It Works Best

• Commercial electrical panels
• Residential load centers and subpanels
• Branch circuit protection
• Feeder circuit applications
• Light industrial facilities
• Electrical distribution systems
• OEM equipment and control panels
• Service upgrades and retrofit projects