Federal Pacific NE224030 Molded Case Circuit Breaker
- 30A
- 2 Pole
- Bolt-On
Federal Pacific
NE224030
Molded Case Circuit Breaker
Brand
Federal Pacific
SKU
NE224030
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Federal Pacific NE224030 - 30A 2 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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Description
Built to restore older electrical systems, this 30A, 2-pole molded case circuit breaker delivers essential long-time and instantaneous trip functions. It serves as an exact cross-reference that mounts into legacy Federal Pacific NE panelboards, eliminating the need for complex retrofits. Providing an 18kAIC interrupting rating at 240VAC, the NE224030 utilizes a secure bolt-on connection and includes load side lugs to maintain safe commercial power distribution.Specifications
| Brand | Federal Pacific |
|---|---|
| Series | NE |
| Amperage | 30A |
| Poles | 2 |
| Mounting Style | Bolt-On |
| Voltage | 240VAC |
| Phase | 1 |
| AIC Rating | 18kA @ 240VAC |
| Frame Type | NE |
|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Lugs |
| For Use With | Federal Pacific NE Panelboards |
| Wire Gauge | 14-2 AWG |
| Max Wire | 2 AWG |
| Min Wire | 14 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 |
|---|---|
| Accessories | Load Side Lugs Included |
| Standards | CSA C22.2 No. 5.1, NEMA AB-1, UL 489 |
| Approval | CSA, UL |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | Non-Interchangeable Trip |
Product FAQs
5 answersWhich panelboards accept the NE224030 circuit breaker?
This N-Frame breaker is designed exclusively for bolt-on installation in legacy Federal Pacific NE panelboards.
What is the acceptable wire gauge range for the NE224030 lugs?
The terminal lugs on this 30A breaker are sized to accommodate conductors ranging from 14 AWG to 2 AWG.
What level of fault current can the NE224030 safely interrupt?
This breaker features an 18kAIC rating, meaning it can safely clear up to 18,000 amps of short-circuit fault current at 240VAC.
Is the NE224030 part of the Federal Pacific Stab-Lok residential line?
No. The NE series consists of commercial-grade molded case circuit breakers with secure bolt-on connections, which are entirely distinct from the residential Stab-Lok plug-in design.
How does the trip unit function on the NE224030?
It utilizes a fixed thermal-magnetic mechanism that provides long-time response for sustained overloads and an instantaneous response for severe short circuits.
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Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 2 reviews.
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- KCKenny C.Verified BuyerReviewingFederal Pacific NE233100 - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit BreakerI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars10/6/25Had what we needed
needed an old FP breaker SP had it in stock. saved us from downtime
- RVRobert V.ReviewingFederal Pacific NE233050 - 50A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit BreakerI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars5/5/22Hard to Find
It was a relief to find this working Federal Pacific CB for our church’s Main HVAC supply panel- We are in Florida and it is hot now! services and social events are happening in the cool of the restored AC- thank God!!