BDA36045 - 45Amp Circuit Breaker

BDA36045 - 45Amp Circuit Breaker

The Schneider Electric BDA36045 PowerPacT™ B-Frame Circuit Breaker is a compact solution for protecting your commercial and industrial electrical systems from overloads and short circuits. Rated at 45 amps with a 3-pole thermal-magnetic design, it’s commonly used in panelboards, HVAC systems, motor loads, and feeder circuits where dependable protection is important. Its dual-break rotating contacts help reduce peak current during fault conditions, helping you protect connected equipment from unnecessary stress. The built-in push-to-trip button also makes routine testing and maintenance easier for electricians and service teams. With its space-saving B-Frame design and I-Line mounting configuration, the BDA36045 fits neatly into switchboards and panelboards without taking up extra room.

Key Features and Benefits

• 45A thermal-magnetic circuit protection
• Compact B-Frame design helps save panel space
• Dual-break contacts help reduce peak fault current
• I-Line mounting for quick installation
• Push-to-trip button for testing and maintenance
• HACR rated for HVAC applications
• Compatible with copper and aluminum conductors
• Designed for commercial and industrial systems
  

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
  
• Catalog Number: BDA36045
  
• Product Line: PowerPacT™ B
  
• Ampere Rating: 45A
  
• Number of Poles: 3P
  
• Mounting Type: I-Line
  
• Voltage Rating: 525 VAC
  
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
  
• Continuous Current Rating: 80%
  
• Breaking Capacity:
  • 25 kA at 208Y/120 VAC
  • 25 kA at 240 VAC
  • 18 kA at 480/277 VAC
  • 18 kA at 480 VAC
  • 14 kA at 600Y/347 VAC
  • 10 kA at 250 VDC
• Trip Unit Technology: Thermal-Magnetic
  
• Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): 800V
  
• Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp): 8 kV
  
• Wire Range: AWG 14–2/0 Aluminum/Copper
  
• Mechanical Durability: 20,000 cycles
  
• Electrical Durability: 10,000 cycles at 440V
  
• Dimensions: 5.4 in H × 3.2 in W × 3.5 in D
  
• Product Weight: 2.899 lbs
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL Listed, CSA Certified, IEC Certified, CCC Certified, EAC Certified, NOM Certified, and CE marked.
• Meets UL 489, CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, EN/IEC 60947-5-1, NEMA AB1, and related industry standards.
  

Where It Works Best

• Ideal for switchboards, panelboards, HVAC systems, motor control centers, feeder circuits, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities where reliable overcurrent protection and compact installation are needed.