HJL36020 - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

HJL36020 - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

Protect your electrical system effortlessly with the HJL36020 circuit breaker from the PowerPacT H series. Built to deliver dependable overload and short-circuit protection, this three-pole breaker is ideal when you need a high-capacity, installation-friendly solution that keeps your operations safe and efficient. Whether you’re upgrading a commercial panel or outfitting an industrial installation, the HJL36020 offers performance you can trust.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic protection: Each pole uses thermal-magnetic sensing to respond accurately to gradual overloads and immediate short-circuit events—an essential safeguard for critical circuits.
• High breaking capacity: Rated at 25 kA at 600 VAC, with even higher interrupt ratings of 100 kA at 240 VAC and 65 kA at 480 VAC (UL 489), the breaker can handle demanding fault-current conditions without compromise.
• Flexible installation options: The snap-in terminal design allows quick conversion between busbar and lug mount styles, reducing inventory complexity and cutting installation time.
• Eco-aware build: Designed as a Green Premium® product, the HJL36020 meets strict RoHS and REACh requirements and is free from PVC and mercury—so you get performance with added environmental confidence.

Technical Specifications

• Rated Current: 20 A
• Poles: 3
• Voltage Rating: 600 VAC (operational up to 690 VAC at 50/60 Hz)
• Breaking Capacity:
  • 25 kA @ 600 VAC
  • 100 kA @ 240 VAC
  • 65 kA @ 480 VAC
• Trip Unit Technology: Thermal-magnetic with continuous current rating of 80%
• Mounting Mode: Unit mount, lugs on both line and load sides
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.42″
  • Width: 4.09″
  • Depth: 3.39″
• Weight: 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg)
• Operating Temperature Range: –13 °F to 158 °F (–25 °C to 70 °C)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Conforms to: UL 489, CSA, NOM-003-SCFI-2000, IEC 60947-2
• Certifications: CE marked, RoHS compliant, REACh compliant
• Environmentally friendly: PVC-free, mercury-free, recognized under the Green Premium® label

Where It Works Best

• This breaker is an excellent fit for both commercial and light-to-heavy industrial electrical systems where dependable protection is critical. Whether you’re installing a new system or retrofitting an existing one, the HJL36020 handles large fault currents and switching demands while offering installation flexibility that simplifies inventory and deployment. Use it in applications such as motor control centers, switchboards, HVAC systems, or any electrical panel requiring solid protection in a three-pole, 20 A configuration.