BQD6240 - 40Amp Circuit Breaker
- 40 Amp
- 10k @ 600VAC
- 2 Pole
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BQD6240 - 40Amp Circuit Breaker Description
BQD6240 - 40Amp Circuit Breaker
When you need dependable protection for your electrical systems, the Siemens BQD6240 is built to deliver. Rated at 40 amps and designed for 347/600VAC applications, this 2-pole circuit breaker keeps commercial and industrial circuits safe from overloads and short circuits. Its thermal magnetic trip unit provides dual protection: the thermal element handles prolonged overloads, while the magnetic trip responds instantly to sudden high-current events.
Whether you're upgrading existing systems or outfitting a new installation, the BQD6240 provides trusted performance that electricians and facility managers rely on.
Key Features and Benefits
- 40 Amp continuous current rating
- 2-pole configuration for two-phase or dual-phase circuits
- Rated for 347/600VAC applications
- Thermal magnetic trip unit for overload and short-circuit protection
- 10 kAIC interrupting capacity
- Panelboard-mount design with low-tab connections
- Compact design to conserve panel space
Technical Specifications
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Manufacturer: Siemens
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Catalog Number: BQD6240
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Series: BQD6
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Current Rating: 40 Amps
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Number of Poles: 2
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Voltage Rating: 347/600VAC
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Interrupting Capacity: 10 kAIC
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Frequency: 50/60 Hz
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Trip Type: Thermal Magnetic
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Mounting Style: Panelboard Mount
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Connection Type: Low Tab
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Frame Size: 100A
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Breaker Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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Dimensions:
- Width: 3 in.
- Height: 2 in.
- Depth: 4 in.
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Maximum Ambient Operating Temperature: 40°C
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Net Weight: 1.1 lb
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Country of Origin: Mexico
Material Compliance and Certifications
- UL 489 Listed
- CSA C22.2 Certified
- RoHS Compliant
- WEEE Take-Back Obligations
Where It Works Best
- The Siemens BQD6240 is ideal for commercial and industrial panelboards protecting lighting systems, HVAC equipment, pumps, and other branch circuits.
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Specifications
- Width:2.0
- Height:4.0
- Depth:2.7
- Poles:2
- Amperes:40
- A.I.C. Rating & Volts:10k @ 600VAC
- Type:BQD6
- Approx Dimensions:2.00"W x 4.00"L x 2.70"D
- Additional Notes:40°C, CSA Certified, Bolt-On, Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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