FA26040BC - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

FA26040BC - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Engineered for professionals who demand reliable protection and smooth installation, the FA26040BC is a two-pole, 40-ampere molded-case circuit breaker built to maintain peak performance across residential, commercial and industrial settings. With its thermal-magnetic design delivering both overload and short-circuit protection, and an I-Line plug-in style that simplifies installation or replacement, this breaker is designed to support your power distribution needs with confidence and ease. Whether you’re upgrading an existing system or installing a new panel board, the FA26040BC combines thoughtful design, dependable specs and trusted compliance to keep your operations running safely and efficiently.

Key Features and Benefits

• Durable Molded-Case Construction: The rugged outer casing protects internal components and extends the service life of the breaker in demanding environments.
• Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Combines thermal overload protection with instantaneous magnetic short-circuit response, giving you full-spectrum protection in one unit.
• I-Line Plug-In Design: Enables fast, tool-friendly installation or swap-out, which helps reduce labour costs and downtime on the job site.
• Versatile Application Ready: Rated for B–C phase configurations and compatible across residential, commercial and light-industrial use, making it a flexible go-to for electricians and facility managers.
• High Interrupting Capacity: Built to handle tough fault situations with ample interrupting rating, giving you more peace of mind under heavy loads.

Technical Specifications

• Poles: 2
  
• Amperage: 40 A
  
• A.I.C. (Ampere Interrupting Capability):
  • 18 kA at 480 VAC
  • 25 kA at 240 VAC
• Frame Type: FA
  
• Dimensions:
  • Width: 3.00″
  • Length: 8.75″
  • Depth: 4.38″
• Weight: 6.25 lbs
  
• Operating Frequency: 60 Hz
  
• Ambient Temperature Rating: 40 °C
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Industry Standards: The FA26040BC meets rigorous industry standards for quality and safety, including molded-case performance requirements and specified interrupting ratings. Its design ensures appropriate insulation and protection of internal circuits, helping you meet compliance demands for electrical code installations.

Where It Works Best

• If you’re working on HVAC control panels, panel boards or general power distribution applications where a dependable two-pole 40 amp solution is required, the FA26040BC is an excellent choice. It excels in environments where quick installation is valuable and reliable fault protection is non-negotiable. For both initial installs and system upgrades, this breaker delivers the durability and performance to help keep your system operational and protected.