EDB24040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

EDB24040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Looking for dependable protection for your low-voltage lighting, HVAC, or HVAC‑lighting circuits? The EDB24040 delivers heavy-duty performance and long-term reliability in a compact, bolt-on design. Whether you're outfitting a new panelboard or upgrading an existing system, this high-quality circuit breaker is built to keep your electrical systems safe and running smoothly for years to come.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal‑Magnetic Trip Unit: Combines thermal and magnetic protection to guard against both overloads and short circuits. The result is a precise, dependable interruption exactly when it’s needed.
• High Interrupt Rating: With a 25 kA maximum interrupt capacity at 120 VAC, this breaker can safely handle substantial fault currents, making it ideal for demanding residential, commercial, or light‑industrial environments.
• HACR and HID Rated: Certified for use in heating, air conditioning, refrigeration (HACR), and high‑intensity discharge (HID) lighting circuits. This makes it versatile across a broad range of electrical applications.
• Long Service Life: Designed for durability and consistent performance over decades, giving you peace of mind that your electrical protection will remain reliable long-term.

Technical Specifications

• Series / Frame: 125 A Frame – EDB‑EGB‑EJB
• Device Short Name: EDB
• Trip Unit Type: Thermal‑Magnetic
• Line Rated Current: 40 A
• Maximum Operating Voltage: 480Y/277 V AC
• Interrupting Capacity:
  • 25 kA @ 120/240 V AC
  • 18 kA @ 480Y/277 V AC
• Number of Poles: 2
• Mounting Style: Bolt‑on
• Physical Dimensions (HxWxD): 5.66 in × 1.96 in × 4.05 in
• Approx. Net Weight: 3 lb (1.36 kg)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL Listed: Ensuring it meets rigorous safety and performance standards recognized throughout North America.
• Green Premium Mark: Reflects compliance with modern environmental and low-CO₂ manufacturing guidelines.
• RoHS and REACh: Verifies it’s free from hazardous substances regulated under European and other global directives.

Where It Works Best

• The EDB24040 is an excellent choice for dependable protection of low-voltage circuits in residential, commercial, or light industrial panelboards. It’s particularly suitable for applications involving lighting systems, HVAC units, refrigeration equipment, and HID lighting installations. Its high interrupt rating and HACR/HID approval make it a smart pick when you expect heavy loads or operate in electrically demanding environments. If you're building or upgrading a lighting panelboard or an HVAC/refrigeration control board — this breaker delivers reliability, safety, and long service life.