BGA36040 - 40Amp Circuit Breaker

BGA36040 - 40Amp Circuit Breaker

The Schneider Electric BGA36040 PowerPacT B-Frame Circuit Breaker is a premium-grade solution for robust circuit protection in demanding electrical distribution environments. Designed with cutting-edge technology, this 3-pole circuit breaker delivers a current rating of 40A and an exceptional breaking capacity of 18kA at 600Y/347VAC. Featuring thermal-magnetic trip technology and a compact form factor, the BGA36040 ensures efficient and reliable performance in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal Magnetic Protection: Ensures superior protection by responding promptly to both overloads and short-circuit faults.
• Compact and Durable Design: The PowerPacT B-Frame series is engineered to save space while providing exceptional reliability with a mechanical durability of up to 20,000 cycles.
• Enhanced Safety: Features a front-facing, semi-transparent cover for quick visual identification of its status and an integrated push-to-trip button for manual operation.
• Dual-Break Rotating Contacts: Reduces peak current during short-circuit events, minimizing stress on downstream components and enhancing system longevity.
• Flexible Installation: Compatible with I-Line configurations for seamless integration and equipped with I-Line terminations on the line side and mechanical lugs on the load side.
• Versatile Accessory Range: Offers compatibility with auxiliary switches, voltage releases, and alarm switches, ensuring adaptability to diverse system requirements.
  

Technical Specifications

• Rated Operational Voltage: 600Y/347VAC
  
• Breaking Capacity:
  • 18kA at 600Y/347VAC
  • 35kA at 480V AC
  • 65kA at 240V AC
• Continuous Current Rating: 80%
  
• Trip Unit Technology: Thermal-magnetic
  
• Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage: 8kV
  
• Dimensions: Height - 5.4 inches, Width - 3.2 inches, Depth - 3.5 inches
  
• Weight: 2.899 lbs (1.315 kg)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Eco-Friendly Design: The BGA36040 meets rigorous environmental and material compliance standards, reflecting Schneider Electric’s commitment to sustainability.
• Certifications: It is RoHS compliant, halogen-free, and packaged with recycled materials, making it an environmentally responsible choice.
• Global Compliance: Adheres to international safety and quality standards, including UL, CSA, NOM, and IEC.
  

Suitability

• The PowerPacT BGA36040 is ideal for applications requiring reliable circuit protection in distribution systems. Its robust design and versatile configuration make it suitable for use in commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure where reliability, safety, and efficiency are paramount.