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What are the key specifications of IEC FAZ-C series miniature circuit breakers?
The IEC FAZ-C series miniature circuit breakers are UL489-listed, DIN rail-mount devices with C-curve trip characteristics. They are available in 4-pole configurations with current ratings such as 7 A and 10 A. These breakers are rated for 480 V AC and have an interrupting capacity of 10 kA at 277/480 V AC. They use screw-type terminals for wiring connections. The FAZ-C series is designed for branch circuit protection in industrial and commercial electrical systems.
What is the difference between IEC UL489 miniature circuit breakers and UL1053 ground fault protectors?
IEC UL489 miniature circuit breakers (e.g., FAZ-C series) are designed for branch circuit protection, providing overcurrent and short-circuit protection with interrupting capacities up to 10 kA at 480 V AC. They are listed under UL489. In contrast, IEC UL1053 ground fault protectors (GFP series) are supplementary protectors that detect residual currents (e.g., 26 mA, 86 mA, 260 mA) and provide ground fault protection. They are rated for 240 V AC and have lower interrupting ratings (1.5 kA to 10 kA). GFPs are used in conjunction with overcurrent devices for personnel and equipment protection.
What are the available residual current ratings for IEC ground fault protectors?
IEC ground fault protectors (GFP series) are available with rated residual currents of 26 mA, 86 mA, and 260 mA. These are Type A devices, meaning they detect AC sinusoidal residual currents and pulsating DC residual currents. The specific residual current rating depends on the model: for example, SKU 482N46 (63 A) has 26 mA, SKU 482N40 (25 A) has 260 mA, and SKU 482N35 (25 A) has 86 mA. These ratings are suitable for different levels of ground fault sensitivity required in industrial applications.
Can IEC miniature circuit breakers be used in three-phase systems?
Yes, IEC FAZ-C series miniature circuit breakers are available in 4-pole configurations, making them suitable for three-phase, four-wire systems (e.g., 480Y/277 V AC). The 4-pole design allows simultaneous protection of all three phases and the neutral conductor. The breakers are rated for 480 V AC line-to-line and have an interrupting capacity of 10 kA at 277/480 V AC, which is adequate for many industrial three-phase applications.
What is the interrupting capacity of IEC ground fault protectors?
The interrupting capacity of IEC ground fault protectors varies by model. Some models, such as SKU 482N40 (25 A, 260 mA) and SKU 482N35 (25 A, 86 mA), have a maximum AIR rating of 10 kA at 240 V AC. Other models, like SKU 482N46 (63 A, 26 mA) and SKU 482N48 (40 A, 260 mA), have a lower interrupting rating of 1.5 kA at 240 V AC. The interrupting capacity should be matched to the available fault current at the installation point.
Does 3G Electric supply IEC products?
Yes — 3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. supplies IEC products. We stock the IEC catalog and supply genuine factory-original products with full manufacturer warranty and technical support.
