Engineered for commercial and industrial power distribution, the Square D KH36150 is a 3-pole, 150A molded case circuit breaker. It utilizes proven thermal-magnetic trip technology to provide long-time and instantaneous (LI) overcurrent protection. This legacy K-Frame unit mounts into Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards using a patented plug-on connection. For modern upgrades, this model has been superseded by the PowerPact J-Frame JJA36150.
CSA C22.2 No. 5, HACR, IEC 60947-2, NEMA AB 1, UL 489
Approval
CSA, UL
Temp Rating
40C
Construction Features
HACR Rated, High Interrupting Capacity, Visual Trip Indicator, Trip-Free Mechanism, Common Trip
Product FAQs
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Is the Square D KH36150 still manufactured, or has it been replaced?
The KH36150 is a legacy K-Frame circuit breaker that is no longer in active production. For new installations or modern upgrades, this model is superseded by the Square D PowerPact H-Frame or J-Frame series, such as the HJA36150 or JJA36150, which also utilize the I-Line plug-on connection.
What are the magnetic trip settings for the KH36150?
This 150A breaker features a fixed thermal and adjustable magnetic trip unit. The instantaneous magnetic trip is adjustable, featuring a low setting of 750A and a high setting of 1500A. These settings can be dialed in on the front face of the breaker.
Which panelboards accept the KH36150 circuit breaker?
The KH36150 utilizes an I-Line style plug-in connection. It mounts directly onto the bus system of standard Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards, allowing for fast, tool-free bus connection on the line side.
What wire size is accepted by the lugs on this breaker?
The factory lugs accommodate wire sizes ranging from 4 AWG to 350 kcmil. These lugs are dual-rated for use with either copper or aluminum conductors.
Can this breaker be used in standard QO or Homeline load centers?
No. The KH36150 is an industrial K-Frame molded case circuit breaker with an I-Line plug-in mounting style. It will not fit in residential QO, Homeline, or NQOD panelboards.
What does the LI trip function mean on this breaker?
The LI designation indicates that the thermal-magnetic trip unit provides Long-Time (L) and Instantaneous (I) overcurrent protection. The long-time function protects against sustained overloads, while the instantaneous function quickly clears severe short circuits.
Does the KH36150 require a separate mounting bracket?
No. As an I-Line style breaker, the line-side jaw contacts and mounting bracket are integrated into the unit. It plugs directly into the interior bus of an I-Line panelboard and secures with a captive mounting screw, without the need for supplementary hardware kits.
Is this breaker rated for DC power applications?
Yes. In addition to its AC ratings up to 600VAC, the KH36150 is rated for use on 250VDC systems with an interrupting capacity of 10kA.
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