EGB34070 - 70 Amp Circuit Breaker

EGB34070 - 70 Amp Circuit Breaker

The EGB34070 is a high-performance 70 Amp, 3‑pole miniature circuit breaker built for heavy‑duty commercial and industrial use. Rated at 480Y/277 VAC and offering a 65 kA interrupting capacity at 120 VAC, this breaker delivers dependable protection for your low-voltage electrical systems. Its bolt‑on design fits securely into standard NF‑type panelboards — making it an excellent upgrade or replacement choice when you need safety, reliability, and long-term durability from your electrical infrastructure.

Key Features and Benefits

• High Interrupting Capacity: With a 65 kA interrupting rating at 120 VAC, the EGB34070 ensures safe disconnection under severe overloads or short-circuit conditions.
• Thermal‑Magnetic Trip Unit: Delivers precise, consistent protection by combining thermal and magnetic trip mechanisms, safeguarding circuits from overloads and fault-current surges.
• Bolt‑On Mounting: The secure bolt‑on installation provides stable, vibration‑resistant mounting and simplifies maintenance or replacement in common commercial panelboards.
• HACR & HID Rated: This breaker is fully certified for Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration (HACR), and High-Intensity Discharge (HID) lighting applications — making it versatile across a variety of building systems.
• Industrial‑Strength Build: Designed for continuous performance in demanding environments like offices, retail complexes, warehouses, and manufacturing plants, ensuring long-term safety and peace of mind.

Technical Specifications

• Current Rating: 70 A
• Number of Poles: 3
• Voltage Rating: 480Y/277 VAC
• Interrupting Capacity: 65 kA at 120 VAC
• Trip Unit Type: Thermal‑Magnetic
• Mounting Style: Bolt‑On
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 5.66 in
  • Width: 2.94 in
  • Depth: 4.05 in
• Weight: 4.0 lbs (1.81 kg)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• cULus Listed: Meets stringent North American safety and performance standards.
• Environmental Compliance: Manufactured in full compliance with RoHS and REACH regulations, ensuring that materials used are free from harmful substances.
• Green‑Friendly Options: Designed with environmental awareness in mind, offering a lower ecological footprint for conscientious businesses.

Where It Works Best

• The EGB34070 excels in commercial lighting panelboards, HVAC systems, industrial machinery circuits, and HID lighting arrays — essentially anywhere a reliable 70 Amp, 3‑pole breaker is required. It’s particularly effective in offices, retail stores, warehouses, and light‑industrial facilities where safety, compliance, and dependability are non-negotiable. If you’re upgrading or installing NF‑type panelboards, this breaker provides a dependable, long-term solution that delivers consistent performance under demanding conditions.