Siemens HB3B060 Molded Case Circuit Breaker
- 60A
- 3 Pole
- Bolt-On
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Siemens HB3B060 - 60A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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Built for industrial applications, the Siemens HB3B060 is a 3-pole, 60A MCCB from the B-Frame family. It provides essential long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection to prevent overloads and short circuits. Designed for bolt-on mounting, it installs into Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards. It includes load side lugs accepting 8-1 AWG copper or 6-1/0 AWG aluminum wire. With a 65kAIC rating at 240VAC, it offers high interrupting capacity. The unit is HACR rated and complies with UL 489.Specifications
| Brand | Siemens |
|---|---|
| Part Number | HB3B060 |
| Series | HB |
| Amperage | 60A |
| Poles | 3 |
| Mounting Style | Bolt-On |
| Voltage | 240VAC |
| Phase | 3 |
| AIC Rating | 65kA @ 240VAC |
| Frame Type | BQ |
|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Lugs |
| For Use With | Siemens P1, P2, P3 Panelboards |
| Wire Gauge | 8-1 AWG (Cu), 6-1/0 AWG (Al) |
| Max Wire | 1 AWG |
| Min Wire | 8 AWG |
| Trip Technology | Thermal Magnetic |
|---|---|
| Trip Function Code | LI |
| Trip Function | Long-Time, Instantaneous |
| Trip Adjustability | Fixed Thermal, Fixed Magnetic |
| Available Options | Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Alarm Switch, Padlock Attachment |
|---|---|
| Accessories | Load Side Lugs |
| Standards | CSA C22.2, HACR Rated, UL 489 |
| Approval | CSA, NOM, UL |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | HACR Rated, High Interrupting Capacity, Non-Interchangeable Trip, Common Trip, Quick-Make/Quick-Break, Trip-Free Mechanism |
Product FAQs
8 answersWhich panelboards are compatible with the HB3B060 breaker?
This bolt-on breaker is designed for use in Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards.
What does the H in the HB3B060 catalog number indicate?
The H designates this as a high-interrupting breaker. It provides a 65kAIC rating at 240V, compared to standard BQ breakers which have a lower fault current rating.
What wire sizes do the load lugs on the HB3B060 accept?
The load side lugs accept 8 to 1 AWG copper conductors or 6 to 1/0 AWG aluminum conductors.
Is the Siemens HB3B060 a direct replacement for older ITE versions?
Yes. Siemens acquired ITE, and the current HB3B060 is a direct, drop-in replacement for the legacy ITE HB3B060 breaker.
Does the HB3B060 require a mounting kit for installation?
Yes, installing this breaker in Siemens P1, P2, or P3 panelboards requires the appropriate branch breaker mounting kit for your specific panel configuration.
Can the HB3B060 be reverse fed?
Standard thermal-magnetic HBQ frame breakers without Line and Load markings are generally suitable for reverse feeding, but you must verify the specific application and local code requirements.
How much panel space does the HB3B060 require?
This three-pole breaker measures 3 inches wide, requiring three inches of unit space in compatible Siemens panelboards.
Can the HB3B060 be used on 480V systems?
No, the HB3B060 is rated for a maximum of 240V AC and is not suitable for 480V or 600V applications.
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