FH16040A - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

FH16040A - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Get dependable protection for your industrial or commercial electrical system with the FH16040A circuit breaker from Schneider Electric. This high-performance 40-amp circuit breaker uses thermal-magnetic trip technology to deliver both overload and short-circuit protection — giving you the confidence your installation won’t be taken down by unexpected faults. The I-Line mounting mode makes installation fast and simple, and its H-level breaking capacity ensures it can handle demanding fault conditions. Built to last with compliant, high-quality materials and environmental assurances, it’s a smart choice for any safety-conscious electrical engineer or facility manager.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-Magnetic Trip Unit: Combines thermal protection (for gradual overloads) with magnetic protection (for sudden short circuits), so you get all-around safeguarding of your circuit.
• High Breaking Capacity (H code): Rated to safely handle high fault currents, which means fewer worries in high-demand installations.
• I-Line Mounting Mode: The I-Line system provides a quick, secure and space-efficient connection, helping reduce downtime and simplify panel layout.
• Durable, Long-Term Design: Made from high-quality materials with certified manufacturing, this breaker supports long service life and reduced maintenance cost.
• Green Performance Label: With the Green Premium label, this breaker meets important environmental compliance standards (RoHS, REACh), reinforcing its suitability for modern, eco-aware applications.

Technical Specifications

• Trip Unit Technology: Thermal-magnetic
  
• Line Rated Current: 40 Amp
  
• Number of Poles: 1 Pole (1P)
  
• Breaking Capacity Code: H
  
• Magnetic Hold Current: 400 A
  
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 850 A
  
• Mounting Mode: I-Line
  
• Electrical Connection: Lugs on load side, I-Line connection on line side
  
• Terminal Identifier: AL100FA
  
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.4 in (162.56 mm)
  • Width: 1.5 in (38.10 mm)
  • Depth: 4.13 in (104.90 mm)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Certifications: CSA, UL Listed.
• Environmental Performance: Carries the Green Premium label to signify elevated environmental standards.
• RoHS & REACh Compliance: Designed free of hazardous substances and compliant with modern regulatory expectations.
• California Proposition 65: This product contains chemicals such as DINP and DIDP, which are listed under Prop 65 for cancer and reproductive harm.

Where It Works Best

• This FH16040A breaker is ideal wherever you need reliable circuit protection in industrial or commercial settings. Think manufacturing plants, data centres, large-commercial buildings, and utility panels — where fault-current risk is real and downtime is costly. If your application calls for a 40 amp single-pole breaker with strong fault-handling ability, quick mounting and environmental compliance baked in, this unit ticks all the boxes.