Built for demanding industrial environments, the FDE316035L is a 160A, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker from the Eaton Series C F-Frame lineup. This breaker fits into Eaton Series C panelboards, MCCs, and switchboards. For future upgrades, it crosses over to the Power Defense PDG23G0160E3NJ. The integrated Digitrip 310+ electronic trip unit offers adjustable long-time, short-time, and ground fault (LSG) sensing. It provides a 35 kAIC capacity at 480V and includes true RMS sensing.
Which enclosures and panelboards are compatible with the FDE316035L?
This Series C F-frame breaker is designed for installation in Eaton and Cutler-Hammer panelboards, switchboards, and motor control centers.
What protection functions are included in the FDE316035L trip unit?
The digit 35 in the catalog number indicates an electronic solid-state trip unit with LSG functions, providing adjustable long-time, short-time, and ground-fault protection.
What is the adjustable amperage range for this 160A F-frame breaker?
The electronic trip unit on the 160A FDE breaker allows the continuous current setting to be adjusted from 60A to 160A.
Does the FDE316035L come with line and load terminals?
Yes, the L suffix in the catalog number signifies that the breaker is supplied with factory-installed lugs on both the line and load sides.
What conductor sizes are supported by the standard lugs?
The included terminals are rated for 4 AWG to 4/0 AWG copper or aluminum conductors.
What does unit-mount mean for the FDE316035L?
As a unit-mount, feed-thru breaker, it bolts securely to the enclosure backpan or mounting surface and requires hardwired connections on both the line and load sides.
Are the physical dimensions of the FDE316035L identical to older FD breakers?
Yes, this breaker shares the standard 6.00 x 4.13 x 3.38 inch dimensions of Series C F-frame breakers, allowing it to fit in the same physical footprint as FD, HFD, and FDC models.
What is the modern Power Defense equivalent for the FDE316035L?
For future upgrades, this Series C breaker crosses over to the Eaton Power Defense PDG23G0160E3NJ, though mounting dimensions and panel fitment should be verified before retrofitting.
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