HDL36040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

HDL36040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Install the HDL36040 from the PowerPacT H-Frame line and fortify your electrical system with next-level protection. Engineered for commercial and industrial setups, this 40 A, 3-pole circuit breaker is rated up to 600 VAC and offers a high breaking capacity of 14 kA. You’ll get dependable short-circuit and overload protection delivered in a compact package that installs easily and performs consistently. Whether you’re upgrading a manufacturing panel, outfitting a data-centre feed, or safeguarding critical infrastructure, this breaker delivers the performance you need.

Key Features & Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Combines reliable overload detection with fast-acting fault interruption to keep upstream gear and wiring safe.
• High breaking capacity: Rated at 14 kA at 600 VAC (also 18 kA at 480 VAC and 25 kA at 240 VAC), this unit handles serious fault clearing, so you don’t compromise on safety.
• Push-to-trip button: Built-in manual test/trip functionality lets you easily verify operation during maintenance — without pulling the breaker.
• Flexible connection options: Snap-in terminals enable conversion between busbar and lug mounting, giving you installation versatility and simplifying retrofits.
• Compact footprint: Measures approximately 6.42″ (163 mm) high × 4.09″ (104 mm) wide × 3.39″ (86 mm) deep and weighs about 4.85 lb (2.2 kg) — ideal for tight spaces without giving up on capacity.

Technical Specifications

• Line rated current: 40 A
  
• Number of poles: 3
  
• Rated operational voltage: 600 VAC
  
• Breaking capacity:
  • 14 kA at 600 VAC
  • 18 kA at 480 VAC
  • 25 kA at 240 VAC
• Trip unit technology: Thermal-magnetic
  
• Magnetic tripping current: 850 A
  
• Continuous current rating: 80%
  
• Dimensions (H × W × D):
  • 6.42″ (163 mm) × 4.09″ (104 mm) × 3.39″ (86 mm)
• Weight: 4.85 lb (2.2 kg)
  
• Mounting: Unit mount with lugs
  

Material Compliance & Certifications

• Environmental Standards: This breaker is built with environmental standards in mind: it’s designated a Green Premium® product. It complies with RoHS/REACH directives, ensuring it’s free from hazardous substances and aligned with sustainable practices.
• Global Approvals: It carries global safety approvals including UL, CSA, NOM, and CE markings, so you know it’s tested and trusted across major markets.

Where It Works Best

• Ideal for commercial buildings (offices, shopping centres, multi-tenant facilities), this breaker is also a strong choice in industrial settings—such as manufacturing plants, processing operations, and machine rooms—where high fault capacity and reliable performance are essential. Additionally, if you’re managing critical infrastructure—like hospitals, schools, or data centres—this unit offers the level of protection you want when downtime and fault-risk are not an option.