FAL340701021 - 70 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL340701021 - 70 Amp Circuit Breaker

Take control of your industrial or commercial electrical distribution with the Schneider Electric FAL340701021, a high-performance molded-case circuit breaker engineered to deliver dependable protection and long service life. With a 70 Amp rating and 480 Volt capacity, this three-pole thermal-magnetic breaker is designed to shield complex systems from overloads, short circuits and other faults — giving you confidence in your power infrastructure. Built by a globally trusted brand in circuit protection, the FAL340701021 is ideal for demanding installations where both safety and efficiency matter. Its combination of robust design and user-friendly features makes it a smart choice whether you’re upgrading existing equipment or installing new distribution gear.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-Magnetic Trip Unit: Combines both thermal (overload) and magnetic (short-circuit) protection mechanisms to respond precisely and quickly when a fault occurs — which means better safeguarding of your equipment and fewer unnecessary nuisance trips.
• 70 Amp Current Rating: With a line-rated current of 70 Amps, this breaker is well suited for moderate to high-demand circuits in industrial and commercial settings.
• Three-Pole Configuration: Ideal for three-phase systems, the 3-pole design ensures balanced protection across all phases for reliable performance.
• Brand Quality & Support: From the Schneider Electric / Square D legacy, you’re getting a unit backed by strong engineering, documentation and service.
• Installation-Friendly: Designed for unit-mount installation with lug connections for both line and load sides — making integration into your panel or switchgear easier and faster.
• Sustainability Compliance: Engineered with attention to regulatory and environmental requirements, supporting responsible facility design and operation.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 480 Vac (three-phase)
• Current Rating: 70 Amp
• Number of Poles: 3P (three-pole)
• Interrupting (AIC) Rating: approx. 18 kA @ 480 V
• Connection Type: Lug terminals (line and load)
• Frame/Series: FA (Square D/Schneider Electric)
• Trip Type: Thermal-magnetic protective unit

Material Compliance and Certifications

• This circuit breaker meets rigorous global standards for safety, environmental impact and performance. It complies with RoHS and REACH directives, meaning hazardous substances are minimised in manufacturing, and it bears the manufacturer’s quality assurances for long-term, consistent operation. By choosing this unit, you’re also choosing a product built in accordance with industry-leading design, testing and environmental disclosure practices.

Where It Works Best

• This breaker is a strong fit for commercial and industrial electrical systems including HVAC, refrigeration, motor control centres, switchboards and other large-scale applications. If you’re working with three-phase power at 480 V, need 70 Amp capacity and demand reliable protection for critical circuits, the FAL340701021 is an excellent choice. Whether you’re upgrading an existing panel, expanding facility power, or installing new switchgear, this breaker offers the capability and quality you need.