JGL36225 - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

JGL36225 - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

Experience high-performance circuit protection with the 225 Amp 3-Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker (Model JGL36225). This top-tier breaker is designed for demanding industrial and commercial environments, offering assured protection against overloads and short-circuit faults while supporting heavy-duty current loads. With its generous 225 A rating and thermal-magnetic trip mechanism, the JGL36225 provides a dependable safeguard for power distribution systems, helping to keep your operations running smoothly and safely.

Key Features and Benefits

• High current capacity: With a 225 Amp rating and 3-pole configuration, this breaker accommodates substantial loads and multi-phase systems with ease.
• Thermal-magnetic trip protection: Combines automatic thermal response for overloads and instantaneous magnetic tripping for short circuits, giving you precise, responsive protection.
• Enhanced fault handling: Dual-break rotating contacts reduce peak currents during fault conditions, improving safety and lifespan of the breaker.
• Installation-friendly design: Includes line and load side lugs, unit-mount construction and compatible accessories, making integration into new or upgraded panels simpler.
• Future-ready compliance: Built in line with modern standards and backed by certified safety and environmental credentials, making it a smart pick for evolving infrastructure requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Rated operational voltage: 600 VAC at 50/60 Hz.
• Breaking capacity:
  • 18 kA at 600 VAC
  • 35 kA at 480 VAC
  • 65 kA at 240 VAC
• Continuous current rating: 80% of frame rating, allowing sustained operation under heavy load.
• Mounting: Unit-mount with lug connection on both line and load sides; accepts AWG 3/0 to 350 kcmil aluminium or copper conductors.
• Green Premium designation: Confirms its alignment with sustainability goals (recycled packaging, PVC-free materials, etc.).
• Certifications: Complies with global certification standards including UL, CSA, IEC, NOM and carries CE/UKCA marks where applicable.
• Environmental compliance: Manufactured with attention to environmental directives including RoHS and REACH.

Where It Works Best

• This 225 Amp J-Frame breaker excels in commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, large-scale process plants and any electrical distribution system demanding reliable, high-capacity protection. Ideal for main service panels, sub-boards or feeder circuits, it’s a go-to solution when you need a component that handles high fault currents, ensures continued uptime and aligns with modern compliance requirements.