GENERAL ELECTRIC TJK636600WL Circuit Breaker Feed-thru 600 Amp 600vac 3p 30kaic@480v

General Electric TJK636600WL circuit breaker protects electrical circuits from overloads and short circuits, reducing the risk of fire hazards.

Working Mechanism:

• General Electric TJK636600WL circuit breaker functions through both electromagnetic and thermal trip mechanisms. When an overload or short circuit occurs, the increased current generates a magnetic field that triggers the breaker's contacts to swiftly open, stopping the flow of electricity. Simultaneously, a bimetallic strip inside the breaker heats up due to prolonged overcurrent, causing it to bend and activate the trip mechanism, disconnecting the circuit.

Features:

• This circuit breaker features a feed-thru connection for enhanced safety.
• It has an amperage rating of 600A.
• This General Electric 600A circuit breaker is designed with a long-time fixed trip function for continuous protection against overloads.
• It can be operated at voltages ranging from 120 to 600VAC.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What are the reasons for frequent tripping of the circuit breaker?

A. A circuit overload, short-circuiting, ground fault surges, defective circuit breaker or an arc fault can cause tripping of the circuit breaker.

Q. What are the safety precautions to consider while using a circuit breaker?

A.

• Keep the area around the breaker clean by using an enclosure. Remove the dust, dirt, grease, moisture, foreign contaminants or any safety hazards near the circuit breaker area.
• Check that the unit's mechanical linkages, like the toggle actuator, are free to move by switching the unit ON & OFF several times.
• Press the optional push-to-trip button at the bottom side of the unit to mechanically test the circuit breaker.
• Inspect the unit for any cracks, chipping, discolouration or any sign of overheating. Tighten the terminals & connectors. Check the mounting hardware.

Q. What is the difference between a circuit breaker and a fuse?

A. A circuit breaker has an internal switch that trips when there is excess current, whereas a fuse is a metal piece that melts when excess current overloads the circuit.