FA26040BC **Old Style** - 40Amp Circuit Breaker
- 40 Amp
- 18k @ 480VAC; 25k @ 240VAC
- 2 Pole
Purchase Options: Refurbished
FA26040BC **Old Style** - 40Amp Circuit Breaker Description
FA26040BC **Old Style** - 40Amp Circuit Breaker
The FA26040BC two-pole 40 amp circuit breaker is engineered for dependable protection in residential, commercial and light-industrial electrical systems. Its thermal-magnetic design delivers overload and short-circuit defence in one unit, while the I-Line plug-in style and HACR-type rating provide installers a fast, reliable answer when upgrading or specifying power-distribution systems. Whether you’re outfitting an HVAC panel, a sub-distribution board or a full circuit panel, this breaker is built to perform and last.
Key Features and Benefits
- Durable Molded-Case Housing: Shields internal mechanisms from dust, vibration and environmental stress, ensuring dependable service life.
- Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Provides dual-mode safety: the thermal element for continuous overloads and the magnetic element for instantaneous short-circuit events.
- I-Line Plug-In Format: Makes installation or replacement straightforward—minimising labour time and downtime.
- HACR Type Rating: Suitable for heavy-duty HVAC loads as well as standard panelboard applications.
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Two-Pole “B-C” Phase Configuration: Offers flexibility across a range of electrical system types.
Technical Specifications
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Poles: 2
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Current Rating: 40 A
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Interrupting Capacity (A.I.C.):
- 18 kA @ 480 VAC
- 25 kA @ 240 VAC
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Frame Type: FA
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Dimensions:
- Width: 3.00″
- Length: 8.75″
- Depth: 4.38″
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Weight: 6.25 lbs
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Operating Frequency & Ambient: 60 Hz, 40 °C maximum ambient temperature
Material Compliance and Certifications
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Industry Standards: The FA26040BC meets industry standards for electrical safety, insulation and mechanical endurance. Its molded-case enclosure is designed and constructed in accordance with recognised requirements to deliver reliable insulation and operational integrity over the long term.
Where It Works Best
- This breaker is ideal for retrofit and new installations where you require dependable overload and short-circuit protection in a two-pole setup—especially in HVAC systems, panelboards and distribution panels in light industrial, commercial or residential environments. If you’re managing a system that demands high interrupting capacities and ease of service, the FA26040BC is a smart choice.
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Specifications
- Width:3.0
- Height:8.75
- Depth:4.38
- Poles:2
- Amperes:40
- A.I.C. Rating & Volts:18k @ 480VAC; 25k @ 240VAC
- Type:FA
- Approx Dimensions:3.00"W x 8.75"L x 4.38"D
- Additional Notes:60Hz, 40å¡C, HACR Type, I-Line Style, Plug-In, "B-C" Phase, Thermal Magnetic, Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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