ABB / General Electric TEL136050 Miniature Circuit Breaker
- 50A
- 3 Pole
- Bolt-On
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ABB / General Electric TEL136050 - 50A 3 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
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Description
Designed to minimize let-through energy during severe faults, the GE TEL136050 is a 3-pole, 50A current-limiting circuit breaker. It provides essential thermal-magnetic protection for industrial power systems. This E-Frame MCCB bolts into GE A-Series panelboards and motor control centers. It serves as a substitute for lower-rated TED136050 breakers and can be upgraded to the Tmax XT2 series via retrofit kits. It features a robust 65 kAIC rating at 480VAC and includes common trip functionality.Specifications
| Brand | ABB / General Electric |
|---|---|
| Part Number | TEL136050 |
| Series | TEL |
| Amperage | 50A |
| Poles | 3 |
| Mounting Style | Bolt-On |
| Voltage | 240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC, 250VDC, 500VDC |
| Phase | 3 |
| AIC Rating | 100kA @ 240VAC, 65kA @ 480VAC, 25kA @ 600VAC, 10kA @ 250VDC, 10kA @ 500VDC |
| Terminal Type | Lugs |
|---|---|
| For Use With | GE A-Series Panelboards, Switchboards, Motor Control Centers |
| Wire Gauge | 14-3 AWG (Cu) or 12-1 AWG (Al) |
| Max Wire | 3 AWG (Cu) / 1 AWG (Al) |
| Min Wire | 14 AWG (Cu) / 12 AWG (Al) |
| 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, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Padlock Attachment |
|---|---|
| Accessories | Load Lugs (TCAL12) |
| Standards | CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, NEMA AB 1, UL 489 |
| Approval | CSA, HACR, UL |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | Current Limiting, HACR Rated, Non-Interchangeable Trip, Common Trip, Quick-Make/Quick-Break, Trip-Free Mechanism |
| Special Features | Current Limiting |
Product FAQs
7 answersWhich enclosures are compatible with the TEL136050 circuit breaker?
This E-Frame molded case circuit breaker is designed for bolt-on installation in GE A-Series panelboards, switchboards, and motor control centers.
Can the TEL136050 replace other GE E-Frame breakers?
Yes, this current-limiting breaker can serve as a direct substitute or upgrade for standard-interrupting TED136050 or THED136050 models in compatible GE enclosures.
What wire sizes are accepted by the lugs on this breaker?
The factory-installed lugs accept 14 to 3 AWG copper wire or 12 to 1 AWG aluminum wire.
Is the trip unit on the TEL136050 adjustable?
No, this breaker features a non-interchangeable thermal magnetic trip unit with fixed long-time and instantaneous (LI) trip functions.
What does the current-limiting designation mean for this breaker?
As a current-limiting breaker, it is engineered to clear severe faults rapidly, minimizing the let-through energy and protecting sensitive downstream equipment from high short-circuit currents.
Is there a modern replacement for the legacy TEL series?
Yes, legacy GE E-Frame breakers like the TEL136050 can often be upgraded to the modern ABB Tmax XT2 series using specific retrofit kits.
Is the TEL136050 suitable for HVAC applications?
Yes, this breaker carries an HACR rating, making it suitable for use with heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
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