Siemens CLD63B500 Molded Case Circuit Breaker
- 500A
- 3 Pole
- Unit Mount
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Siemens CLD63B500 - 500A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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Operating within the proven Sentron LD-frame family, this 500-amp molded case circuit breaker delivers robust fuseless current-limiting protection. It integrates seamlessly into Siemens P4 and P5 panelboards, as well as industrial motor control centers. The unit-mount design features fixed thermal and adjustable magnetic trip settings, boasting a 150kAIC rating at 480VAC. Proper termination requires the addition of TA2J6500 lug kits to secure large-gauge copper or aluminum wiring.Specifications
| Brand | Siemens |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CLD63B500 |
| Series | CLD6 |
| Amperage | 500A |
| Poles | 3 |
| Mounting Style | Unit Mount |
| Voltage | 240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC, 500VDC |
| Phase | 3 |
| AIC Rating | 200kA @ 240VAC, 150kA @ 480VAC, 100kA @ 600VAC, 50kA @ 500VDC |
| Frame Type | CLD |
|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Lugs |
| For Use With | Siemens Sentron Panelboards (Type P4, P5), Switchboards, Motor Control Centers |
| Wire Gauge | Requires TA2J6500 Lugs: (2) 3/0 AWG - 500 kcmil (Cu) or (2) 4/0 AWG - 500 kcmil (Al) |
| Max Wire | 500 kcmil |
| Min Wire | 3/0 AWG |
| Trip Technology | Thermal Magnetic |
|---|---|
| Trip Function Code | LI |
| Trip Function | Long-Time, Instantaneous |
| Trip Adjustability | Fixed Thermal, Adjustable Magnetic |
| Available Options | Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Lug Kits, Rotary Handle |
|---|---|
| Accessories | Lugs not included (Requires TA2J6500) |
| Standards | CSA C22.2 No. 5, HACR, IEC 60947-2, NEMA AB 1, UL 489 |
| Approval | CSA, IEC, UL |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | HACR Rated, Current Limiting, Reverse Feed, Non-Interchangeable Trip, Trip-Free Mechanism |
Product FAQs
7 answersWhat types of enclosures or panels is the CLD63B500 compatible with?
This breaker is designed for use in Siemens Sentron panelboards (Type P4 and P5), switchboards, and motor control centers.
What lugs are required for the CLD63B500, and what is the accepted wire range?
This breaker requires TA2J6500 lugs. Each lug accepts two conductors, with a wire range of 3/0 AWG to 500 kcmil for copper wire, or 4/0 AWG to 500 kcmil for aluminum wire.
Can the CLD63B500 be used in DC power applications?
Yes, this breaker is rated for up to 500VDC applications and provides an interrupting capacity of 50kA at 500VDC.
Is the trip unit on the CLD63B500 adjustable?
Yes, it features a thermal-magnetic trip unit with fixed thermal protection and an adjustable magnetic trip for instantaneous short-circuit protection.
What does the C in the CLD63B500 frame designation mean?
The C indicates that it is a current-limiting breaker within the Siemens LD frame family, providing extra high interrupting capacity compared to standard LD or HLD frames.
What trip functions are included in the CLD63B500?
This breaker includes LI functions, providing Long-Time overload protection and Instantaneous short-circuit protection.
How is the CLD63B500 mounted?
This is a unit mount, bolt-on circuit breaker designed to be bolted directly to the bus in compatible Siemens distribution equipment.
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