FA24040BC **Old Style** - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

FA24040BC **Old Style** - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Safeguard your electrical infrastructure with the Schneider Electric FA24040BC, a high-performance circuit breaker engineered for demanding industrial, commercial and retrofit applications. Rated at 40 amps and compatible with 480 V systems, this 2-pole thermal-magnetic breaker is designed to respond quickly to overloads and short-circuit events—minimizing downtime and protecting critical equipment. With its compact I-Line mount format and 3-inch width, it delivers reliable protection in space-constrained panelboards while meeting key safety and compliance standards. Whether you’re upgrading an electrical panel or building a new control system, the FA24040BC offers trusted performance that keeps your system running smoothly.

Key Features and Benefits

• Durable construction: Built for continuous service, delivering long-term reliability in industrial environments.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Provides two-fold protection: thermal for overloads and magnetic for short circuits.
• High fault-current capacity: Breaking-capacity code A for added safety under heavy fault conditions.
• Compact 2-pole design: I-Line mounting simplifies integration into standard panelboards.
• Environmental compliance: Schneider Electric’s “Green Premium” initiative supports RoHS and REACH standards.

Technical Specifications

• Rated Current: 40 A
• Voltage Rating: 480 V AC (also applicable 250 V DC)
• Number of Poles: 2-pole configuration
• Mounting Mode: I-Line
• Magnetic Hold Current: 400 A
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 850 A
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.4 in (162.6 mm)
  • Width: 3 in (76.2 mm)
  • Depth: 4.13 in (104.9 mm)
• Breaking Capacity:
  • 18 kA at 480 V AC
  • 10 kA at 250 V DC

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Safety Standards: Certified to UL and CSA standards, ensuring peace of mind around installation and system compliance.
• Environmental Standards: Carries Schneider Electric’s “Green Premium” designation, meeting strict material-compliance benchmarks (RoHS, REACH) and supporting lifecycle sustainability practices.

Where It Works Best

• Ideal for commercial HVAC, production machinery, control panels, and manufacturing lines where a reliable 40 A over-current protection device is required.
• Excellent choice for retrofit upgrades in older panelboards thanks to the I-Line mounting format and compact profile.
• Suitable in applications where space is limited yet high fault-interruption capacity is essential—such as electrical rooms, switchgear enclosures or facility-wide power distribution systems.
• A strong fit for facility managers or OEMs specifying a dependable protective device that aligns with eco-friendly and regulatory concerns.