FAL340201021 - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

FAL340201021 - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

Meet the FAL340201021 20 Amp 480 V 3-Pole Circuit Breaker — a high-performing thermal-magnetic solution designed for commercial and industrial power systems. This 3-pole breaker handles up to 20 amps at 480 volts, making it well-suited for demanding environments where reliable protection is essential. What sets this unit apart is its built-in shunt-trip feature, which allows remote tripping for added safety and control in automated or emergency systems. With solid construction and HACR-rated certification for HVAC and refrigeration applications, it gives facility managers and electrical professionals peace of mind. The design promotes easy installation and consistent operation in tough conditions — ideal for keeping critical systems up and running with minimal interruption.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: combines thermal (overload) and magnetic (short-circuit) mechanisms to deliver dependable protection and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Shunt-trip capability: enables remote or automatic tripping of the breaker in emergency scenarios or as part of a control scheme — especially useful for systems with safety-interlocks or facility-wide power shut-offs.
• Durable design: fabricated with quality materials and engineered to perform in industrial settings, this breaker is built to last and resist harsh conditions.
• Versatile application: suitable for HVAC, refrigeration, motor control, large commercial loads and other industrial tasks thanks to its HACR rating and 3-pole architecture.

Technical Specifications

• Voltage Rating: 480 V
• Current Rating: 20 Amps
• Number of Poles: 3
• Mounting Mode: Unit-mount
• Magnetic Hold Current: 275 A
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 600 A
• Electrical Connections: Line and load lugs
• Terminal Identifier: AL50FA
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.4 in (162.56 mm)
  • Width: 4.5 in (114.30 mm)
  • Depth: 4.13 in (104.90 mm)
• Phase Connection: A-B-C

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Green Premium® Label: This breaker carries the Green Premium® label from Schneider Electric, underscoring its environmental-performance credentials.
• RoHS and REACh Compliant: Meets RoHS and REACh requirements, ensuring low-hazardous-material use and responsible manufacturing.
• UL and CSA Certified: It is UL Listed and CSA certified for safety and performance under rigorous standards, offering credible assurance in its specification and build.

Where It Works Best

• This FAL340201021 breaker is ideal in any commercial or industrial environment where you need secure over-current and short-circuit protection along with the ability to remotely trip the device. Think of HVAC systems in a large office tower, refrigeration or cold-storage facilities demanding high reliability, motor control panels in manufacturing plants, or other critical infrastructure with automation and safety-interlock requirements. When you demand a dependable circuit protector that supports advanced configuration (shunt-trip) and is built for day-in, day-out performance, this breaker checks the box.