FA32020 **Old Style** 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

FA32020 **Old Style** 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

Experience dependable electrical safety with the FA32020 20 A circuit breaker, engineered to deliver precise overload and short-circuit protection in residential, commercial and industrial power systems. This three-pole, 240 V unit features a thermal-magnetic trip mechanism that instantly responds to abnormal current conditions, helping safeguard wiring, equipment and personnel while giving you peace of mind in demanding installations. With compact dimensions, certified performance and high-quality materials, the FA32020 delivers the protection you need in a panel-ready, I-Line mounted format.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Combines overload sensitivity (thermal) with instantaneous magnetic response, offering balanced protection for general-purpose and heavy switching loads.
• Space-saving compact design: Built to fit readily in standard panel footprints, making installation simpler and adaptable across a variety of setups.
• Certified quality construction: Manufactured per CSA and UL standards to meet rigorous safety and reliability benchmarks, so the breaker performs consistently under real-world conditions.
• Durable materials & environment-aware: Constructed with components that meet RoHS/REACH standards, and labelled with the Green Premium® indication of transparent environmental impact.
• Easy integration: The I-Line mounting mode with lug connections for both line and load allows for clean panel layout and streamlined wiring.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 240 V
  
• Current Rating: 20 A
  
• Poles: 3
  
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.4 in (162.6 mm)
  • Width: 4.5 in (114.3 mm)
  • Depth: 4.13 in (104.9 mm)
• Magnetic Hold Current: 275 A
  
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 600 A
  
• Mounting Mode: I-Line
  
• Electrical Connection: Lugs for load; I-Line connection for line
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• RoHS and REACH compliant: Adheres to leading global environmental directives.
• CSA certified: Meets Canadian Standards Association requirements for safe and reliable electrical equipment.
• UL listed: Certified by Underwriters Laboratories, confirming adherence to strict safety and performance standards.
• Green Premium® label: Indicates transparent product impact reporting and Schneider Electric’s commitment to sustainability.

Where It Works Best

• This FA32020 breaker is ideal in applications where high reliability and precise protection are essential. Think HVAC systems, lighting and power distribution panels in commercial buildings, manufacturing and industrial facilities, and larger residential setups where three-pole protection is needed. Because it’s built to recognized safety standards, it’s a great choice for environments that demand strict compliance, such as multi-tenant properties, institutional buildings or critical power infrastructure. Whether you’re protecting lighting circuits or feeding major loads, this breaker is designed to perform under load with confidence.