FA24030AB **Old Style** - 30 Amp Circuit Breaker

FA24030AB **Old Style** - 30 Amp Circuit Breaker

Protect your electrical system with confidence using the FA24030AB from Schneider Electric. This 30-amp, 2-pole I-Line breaker is built for dependable performance in demanding settings. From commercial panelboards to light industrial or multi-unit residential installations, it delivers consistent overload and short-circuit protection when you need it most. With a 480V rated voltage and thermal-magnetic trip unit inside, the FA24030AB gives you long-time protection and instantaneous fault response in one compact package.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Offers both long-time (overload) and instantaneous (short-circuit) protection for enhanced safety.
• High interrupt capacity: Rated to manage fault currents up to 18 kA at 480 V and 25 kA at 240 V.
• I-Line mounting style: Allows fast plug-in installation in compatible panel systems, reducing labor time and installation error.
• Compact F-frame design: (6.4 in H × 3 in W × 4.13 in D) that fits many standard panel layouts.
• Reliable manufacturer: Backed by Schneider Electric’s reputation for quality and built in accordance with global safety certifications.

Technical Specifications

• Rated current: 30 A
• Voltage rating: 480 V AC (also applicable to 240 V AC and 250 V DC versions)
• Number of poles: 2 (single-phase AB-phase style)
• Trip unit: Thermal-magnetic trip unit covering magnetic hold current of approximately 275 A and instantaneous tripping at approximately 600 A
• Mounting mode: I-Line plug-in style with lug connections for load side and I-Line connection for line side
• Dimensions:
  • Height: ~6.4 in
  • Width: ~3.0 in
  • Depth: ~4.13 in
• Interrupting capacity:
  • 18 kA @ 480 V AC
  • 25 kA @ 240 V AC
  • 10 kA @ 250 V DC

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Environmental & Safety Standards: The FA24030AB is built to meet rigorous environmental and safety standards. It is UL-listed and CSA certified for industrial applications.
• Green Premium Label: Indicates low-impact materials and full lifecycle transparency.
• RoHS/REACH Compliance: Documentation verifies that no SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) exceed thresholds.

Where It Works Best

• This breaker is well-suited for applications such as: HVAC systems (it is HACR-rated), commercial branch circuits, industrial equipment feeders, and retrofits in I-Line configured panelboards. Whether you’re managing a multi-tenant building or an industrial workspace, the FA24030AB delivers dependable service while streamlining installation in I-Line panels.