Part | RoHS | Manufacturer | Circuit Protection Type | Mounting Feature | Rated AC Voltage | Rated DC Voltage | Rated Current | Terminal Shape | Minimum Operating Temperature | Terminal Finish | Rated Breaking Capacity | Manufacturer Series | Trip Time/Delay | Additional Features | Actuator Type | Packing Method | Body Length/Diameter | Body Width | Environmental Characteristics | JESD-609 Code | Dimensions | Circuit Function | Body Height | Reference Standard | No. of Poles | Maximum Operating Temperature | Blow Characteristic |
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Sensata Technologies |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
30 V |
3 A |
Screw |
Manual Reset |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
1.221 in (31.01 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant |
Trip Free |
1.145 in (29.08 mm) |
UL |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
1 kA |
2.2 s |
Push To Reset |
0.625 in (15.88 mm) |
0.54 in (13.72 mm) |
0.625 x 0.54 x 1.535 in (15.88 x 13.72 x 38.99 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.535 in (38.99 mm) |
CSA; UL; VDE |
1 |
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Defense Logistics Agency |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
3 A |
Screw |
-55 °C (-67 °F) |
2.5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 28 VDC: 6000 A |
Push-Pull |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
Trip Free |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
MIL-C-5809 |
1 |
121 °C (249.8 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
125 V |
3 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
Handle |
2.5 in (63.5 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.85 in (47 mm) |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Texas Instruments |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
3 A |
Screw |
2.5 kA |
2TC2 |
Push-Pull |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
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Siemens |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
400 V |
120 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
5 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
3.543 in (90 mm) |
1.417 in (36 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.992 in (76 mm) |
CSA; EN; UL |
2 |
55 °C (131 °F) |
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Schneider Electric Sa |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
440 V |
125 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
6 kA |
Interrupting current max(DC): 10000 A |
Toggle |
2.874 in (73 mm) |
1.417 in (36 mm) |
IP20; IP40 |
2.874 x 1.417 x 4.213 in (73 x 36 x 107 mm) |
Trip |
4.213 in (107 mm) |
CCC; CSA; EN/IEC; GB; UL |
2 |
70 °C (158 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Stud |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
2.2 s |
Toggle |
2.5 in (63.5 mm) |
1.5 in (38.1 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.845 in (46.86 mm) |
2 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
50 V |
3 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
3 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Toggle |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
0.656 in (16.66 mm) |
IP68 |
Series Trip |
1.634 in (41.5 mm) |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 50 VDC: 1000 A |
Rocker |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Manual On/Off |
CCC; CE; CSA; CQC; KTL; UL; VDE |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
5 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 50 VDC: 1000 A |
Rocker |
2.22 in (56.4 mm) |
0.984 in (25 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; IP00; IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.299 in (33 mm) |
CCC; CSA; KC; UL; VDE |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Standards: MIL-PRF-55629, MIL-STD-202 |
Handle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
0.755 in (19.18 mm) |
Corrosion/Moisture Resistant |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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Schurter Ag |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
32 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
2 kA |
Rocker |
Bulk |
1.417 in (36 mm) |
0.689 in (17.5 mm) |
Trip |
1.319 in (33.5 mm) |
CCC; CUL; UL; VDE |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
10 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
4.291 in (109 mm) |
1.378 in (35 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CE, CUL, UL |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Altech |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
10 kA |
Toggle Handle |
Bulk |
4.291 in (109 mm) |
1.378 in (35 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CE, CUL, UL |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Schurter Ag |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
48 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-5 °C (23 °F) |
2 kA |
Reset Type |
Bulk |
0.606 in (15.4 mm) |
0.535 in (13.6 mm) |
IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.339 in (34 mm) |
CCC; CSA; GB; IEC; UL; VDE |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
50 V |
3 A |
Screw |
2 kA |
10 s |
Push To Reset |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
0.66 in (16.76 mm) |
1.375 x 0.66 x 1.375 in (34.93 x 16.76 x 34.93 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
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Schurter Ag |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount-Threaded |
240 V |
48 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-5 °C (23 °F) |
2 kA |
Reset Button |
Bulk |
0.748 in (19 mm) |
0.433 in (11 mm) |
IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.976 in (50.2 mm) |
CCC; CSA; IEC; UL; VDE; GB |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Siemens |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
5 kA |
Handle |
3.543 in (90 mm) |
0.709 in (18 mm) |
3.543 x 0.709 x 2.992 in (90 x 18 x 76 mm) |
Trip |
2.992 in (76 mm) |
CE; CSA; EN; UL |
1 |
45 °C (113 °F) |
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Schneider Electric Sa |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
440 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-35 °C (-31 °F) |
25 kA |
Toggle |
3.091 in (78.5 mm) |
1.417 in (36 mm) |
Moisture Resistant; IP20 |
3.091 x 1.417 x 3.346 in (78.5 x 36 x 85 mm) |
Trip |
3.346 in (85 mm) |
EN; IEC |
2 |
70 °C (158 °F) |
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Carling Technologies |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-10 °C (14 °F) |
1 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 32 VDC: 2500 A |
Push To Reset |
1.154 in (29.3 mm) |
0.551 in (14 mm) |
Manual On/Off |
1.78 in (45.2 mm) |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Sensata Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
3 A |
Solder |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
500 A |
Toggle |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
1.304 in (33.12 mm) |
Trip Free |
1.34 in (34.03 mm) |
CSA; UL |
2 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
50 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
1 kA |
10 s |
Push To Reset |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
0.66 in (16.76 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.375 in (34.93 mm) |
1 |
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Schurter Ag |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
60 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-30 °C (-22 °F) |
2 kA |
Rocker |
Bulk |
1.417 in (36 mm) |
1.142 in (29 mm) |
IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.736 in (44.1 mm) |
CCC; CSA; GB; IEC; UL; VDE |
2 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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Sensata Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
3 A |
Solder Hook |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
1 kA |
Toggle Handle |
1.562 in (39.67 mm) |
1.281 in (32.53 mm) |
Sealed |
Series Trip |
1.78 in (45.21 mm) |
UL |
2 |
100 °C (212 °F) |
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Sensata Technologies |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
240 V |
50 V |
3 A |
Solder Hook |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
1 kA |
Toggle |
1.562 in (39.67 mm) |
1.281 in (32.53 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; Sealed |
Series Trip |
1.78 in (45.21 mm) |
2 |
100 °C (212 °F) |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
480 V |
96 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
15 kA |
Toggle |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
2.091 in (53.1 mm) |
IP20 |
Manual On/Off |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CCC; CE; CSA; IEC; UL; VDE |
3 |
75 °C (167 °F) |
Short |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
3 A |
Screw |
-55 °C (-67 °F) |
3.5 kA |
Standard: MIL-C-5809, rated breaking capacity at 28 VDC: 6000 A |
Push Button |
0.781 in (19.84 mm) |
0.593 in (15.06 mm) |
Corrosion Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
0.781 x 0.593 x 1.03 in (19.84 x 15.06 x 26.16 mm) |
Trip |
1.03 in (26.16 mm) |
1 |
121 °C (249.8 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Equipment Leakage Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
24 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
0 °C (32 °F) |
Manual On/Off |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
0.484 in (12.3 mm) |
Moisture Resistant; IP00; IP30 |
Trip |
2.756 in (70 mm) |
CSA; CUL; DNVGL; UL |
1 |
50 °C (122 °F) |
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E-t-a Elektrotechnische Apparate |
Equipment Leakage Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
24 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
Reset Button |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
0.492 in (12.5 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
3.268 in (83 mm) |
ATEX; CSA; CUL; DNV; IEC; TUV; UKCA; UL |
1 |
60 °C (140 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
2.2 s |
Toggle |
2 in (50.8 mm) |
1.5 in (38.1 mm) |
Fungus Resistant; Moisture Resistant |
2 x 1.5 x 1.64 in (50.8 x 38.1 x 41.66 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.64 in (41.66 mm) |
CSA; UL |
2 |
85 °C (185 °F) |
Standard |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
10 kA |
Toggle |
Manual On/Off |
2 |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
48 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
15 kA |
Rated breaking capacity at 400 VAC |
IP20; IP40 |
Trip |
CE; CSA; EN; IEC; UL |
3 |
75 °C (167 °F) |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
10 kA |
Toggle |
Manual On/Off |
2 |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
48 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
5 kA |
Toggle |
Bulk |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
0.697 in (17.7 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip Free |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CSA; UL |
1 |
167 °C (332.6 °F) |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
10 kA |
Toggle |
Manual On/Off |
1 |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
48 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
15 kA |
Toggle |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
0.701 in (17.8 mm) |
IP20 |
Manual On/Off |
2.362 in (60 mm) |
CCC; CE; CSA; IEC; UL; VDE |
1 |
75 °C (167 °F) |
Short |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
48 V |
3 A |
Screw |
-40 °C (-40 °F) |
15 kA |
FAZ |
Toggle |
IP20 |
Manual On/Off |
CCC; CE; CSA; IEC; UL; VDE |
1 |
75 °C (167 °F) |
Short |
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Eaton Corporation |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
60 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-25 °C (-13 °F) |
15 kA |
Toggle |
4.134 in (105 mm) |
2.091 in (53.1 mm) |
IP20; IP40 |
Trip Free |
1.772 in (45 mm) |
CSA, EN/IEC, UL |
3 |
75 °C (167 °F) |
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TE Connectivity |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
250 V |
32 V |
3 A |
Quick Connect |
2.2 s |
Push To Reset |
0.76 in (19.31 mm) |
0.76 in (19.31 mm) |
Series Trip |
1.535 in (38.99 mm) |
1 |
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Texas Instruments |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
3 A |
Screw |
800 A |
7274 |
Push Button |
0.75 in (19.05 mm) |
0.562 in (14.27 mm) |
Water Resistant |
0.75 x 0.562 x 1.115 in (19.05 x 14.27 x 28.32 mm) |
Trip |
1.115 in (28.32 mm) |
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Texas Instruments |
Thermal Circuit Breaker |
Panel Mount |
120 V |
28 V |
3 A |
Screw |
800 A |
7274 |
Push Button |
0.75 in (19.05 mm) |
0.562 in (14.27 mm) |
Water Resistant |
0.75 x 0.562 x 1.115 in (19.05 x 14.27 x 28.32 mm) |
Trip |
1.115 in (28.32 mm) |
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Phoenix Contact |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
24 V |
3 A |
Screw |
0 °C (32 °F) |
Bulk |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
0.492 in (12.5 mm) |
IP20 |
3.268 in (83 mm) |
CE, UL |
50 °C (122 °F) |
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Phoenix Contact |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
3 A |
Screw |
0 °C (32 °F) |
Bulk |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
0.492 in (12.5 mm) |
IP20 |
3.268 in (83 mm) |
CE, UL |
50 °C (122 °F) |
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Phoenix Contact |
Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
277 V |
60 V |
3 A |
Snap On |
-35 °C (-31 °F) |
5 kA |
RATED BREAKING CAPACITY AT 60 VDC: 7500 A |
Toggle |
Bulk |
3.205 in (81.4 mm) |
0.693 in (17.6 mm) |
IP20 |
Trip |
2.587 in (65.7 mm) |
CUL; IEC 60947-2; TUV; UL |
1 |
70 °C (158 °F) |
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Phoenix Contact |
Magnetic Circuit Breaker |
DIN Rail Mount |
24 V |
3 A |
Screw |
0 °C (32 °F) |
100 ms |
Bulk |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
0.492 in (12.5 mm) |
Moisture Resistant; IP20 |
3.15 in (80 mm) |
CE; UL |
1 |
50 °C (122 °F) |
Fast |
A circuit breaker is an automatic electrical switch that is designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overcurrent or short circuits. Circuit breakers are commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, and they are an important safety device that helps prevent electrical fires, equipment damage, and personal injury.
Circuit breakers work by monitoring the amount of current flowing through an electrical circuit. If the current exceeds a preset level, the circuit breaker will trip, or open the circuit, to prevent damage to the electrical system. When the circuit breaker trips, it interrupts the flow of current, which stops the electrical current from flowing and prevents further damage.
Circuit breakers are available in a variety of types and sizes, and they can be classified based on their voltage rating, current rating, and interrupting capacity. Some common types of circuit breakers include thermal circuit breakers, magnetic circuit breakers, and hybrid circuit breakers.
In addition to protecting electrical systems from overcurrent and short circuits, circuit breakers also help improve the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems. They can also be used to switch electrical circuits on and off, which can be helpful in certain applications.