Square D MGA36800 circuit breaker is used in electrical distribution systems. This PowerPacT circuit breaker provides reliable circuit protection against overcurrents and short circuits. It ensures operational safety, maintaining uninterrupted power supply and safeguarding installations against electrical faults within industrial and commercial settings.
Working Mechanism:
- Current flows through closed breaker contacts.
- Abnormal current surpasses preset limit.
- Overcurrent triggers thermal-magnetic trip mechanism.
- Mechanism activates armature movement.
- Armature motion separates contacts.
- Contacts' separation breaks current path.
- Rapid response shields system from damage.
- After resolving the issue, the breaker can be manually reset.
Features:
- It comes with a current rating of 800A for high-power operations.
- This breaker has a thermal-magnetic trip mechanism that reacts swiftly to abnormal currents, preventing equipment damage and potential hazards.
- This UL listed circuit breaker features an integral push-to-trip button in the cover, enabling the user to trip it manually.
- It offers an interrupting rating of 18kA at 600VAC to offer safety and prevent electrical hazards.
- This circuit breaker has a continuous current rating of 80 percent with an ABC phase connection.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. How can I check if this Square D MGA36800 circuit breaker is right for my electrical setup and the things I use it for?
A.
- Evaluate the circuit's current rating against the breaker's capacity.
- Ensure the breaker's voltage rating matches your electrical system.
- Check if the breaker provides the necessary protection.
- Verify if the breaker coordinates well with other devices in the system.
- Consider the breaker's suitability for operating conditions.
Q. How do I maintain this Square D MGA36800 circuit breaker?
A.
- Ensure that the power is switched off.
- Regularly check for damage or wear.
- Gently clean contacts for conductivity.
- Secure all terminal connections.
- Periodic trip and reset tests.
- Follow manufacturer's maintenance recommendations.
Q. Does Raptor Supplies offer other circuit breakers with lower current ratings?
A. Yes, customers looking for lower current rating variants can choose from Square D MGA36600, MGA36450 and MGA36300 circuit breakers having current ratings of 600, 450 and 300A, respectively.