FAL14030 - 30 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL14030 - 30 Amp Circuit Breaker

When you’re building or upgrading commercial or industrial electrical systems, you need a circuit breaker that delivers dependable protection, compact installation flexibility and clear performance credentials. The FAL14030 delivers exactly that. Rated at 30 amps and engineered for 480Y/277 V systems, this single-pole molded-case breaker uses a thermal-magnetic trip unit to guard against both prolonged overloads and rapid short-circuit events. With lug connections for both line and load sides and a unit-mount format, it simplifies wiring in tight spaces. Whether you’re outfitting manufacturing equipment, lighting panels or general-purpose distribution, this breaker gives you serious protection and clean installation in one package.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-Magnetic Trip Unit: Combines a time-delayed thermal element for overloads with an instantaneous magnetic element for short-circuit faults — meaning you get precise and reliable protection under heavy load conditions.
• 30 A Current Rating: A practical size for many sub-feeds and equipment circuits, enabling consistent performance without over-engineering.
• Space-Saving Footprint: Measures approximately 6.4 in (162.6 mm) high × 1.5 in (38.1 mm) wide × 4.13 in (104.9 mm) deep, making it easier to integrate into crowded panels or retrofit environments.
• High Interrupting Capacity: Rated with breaking-capacity code A and certified for 18 kA at 277/480 V AC, so it’s built to handle high fault current environments with confidence.
• Lug Terminations: Provides secure and efficient connections on both line and load sides—streamlining installation and maintenance.
• Unit-Mount Installation Ready: The design supports direct mounting in typical industrial control panels, simplifying logistics and panel build-out.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 480Y/277 V AC
  
• Current Rating: 30 A
  
• Poles: 1 Pole
  
• Magnetic Hold Current: 275 A
  
• Magnetic Trip Current: 600 A
  
• Dimensions:
  • Height ≈ 6.4 in (162.6 mm)
  • Width ≈ 1.5 in (38.1 mm)
  • Depth ≈ 4.13 in (104.9 mm)
• Certifications: UL Listed, CSA Certified
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Environmental Compliance: The FAL14030 aligns with environmental and safety compliance standards you expect from a modern industrial breaker: It is designated by Schneider Electric as a Green Premium product, meaning it meets strict criteria regarding substances of concern and life-cycle environmental impact.
• Certifications: While the EU RoHS directive may not apply by region, the product is certified under UL and CSA for use in North American markets, giving you assurance of quality and traceability.
  

Where It Works Best

• This breaker is a smart choice when you’re dealing with moderate-demand circuits in industrial or commercial settings. Typical applications include motor control sub-circuits, lighting and HVAC feeds, and general equipment panels where a 30 A feed is sufficient but you still must account for solid fault capacity and reliable trip behavior. If you’re working in a crowded control cabinet or a retrofit situation with limited panel space, the slim width (1.5 in) and unit-mount format make the FAL14030 especially convenient. Choose this model when you want dependable protection, recognized certifications and a compact profile without the cost of oversized systems.