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ABB / General Electric TKMA836500 Molded Case Circuit Breaker

  • 500A
  • 3 Pole
  • Bolt-On
ABB / General Electric TKMA836500
Molded Case Circuit Breaker
Brand ABB / General Electric
SKU TKMA836500
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  • 500A
  • 3 Pole
  • Bolt-On

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ABB / General Electric TKMA836500 - 500A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker

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Description

Engineered for commercial and industrial applications, the GE TKMA836500 is a 3-pole, 500A MCCB from the K-Frame family. It operates at up to 600VAC for heavy-duty electrical systems. This bolt-on breaker installs into GE switchboards, motor control centers, and CCB panelboards. It can be replaced by the Tmax XT5 series using a retrofit kit. Rated at 30kAIC at 480VAC, it features fixed thermal and adjustable magnetic (LI) trip functions, load-side lugs, and an interchangeable trip unit.

Specifications

Key specifications
Brand ABB / General Electric
Part Number TKMA836500-R
Series TKMA
Amperage 500A
Poles 3
Mounting Style Bolt-On
Voltage 240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC, 250VDC
Phase 3
AIC Rating 42kA @ 240VAC, 30kA @ 480VAC, 22kA @ 600VAC, 20kA @ 250VDC
Fit and installation
Frame Type TKMA
Terminal Type Lugs
For Use With GE Switchboards, Motor Control Centers, GE CCB Panelboards, GE AV1 Panelboards
Wire Gauge (3) 3/0 AWG - 500 kcmil (Al/Cu)
Max Wire 500 kcmil
Min Wire 3/0 AWG
Protection and operation
Trip Technology Thermal Magnetic
Trip Function Code LI
Trip Function Long-Time, Instantaneous
Trip Adjustability Fixed Thermal, Adjustable Magnetic
Standards and features
Available Options Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Lug Kits
Accessories Load Side Lugs Included
Standards CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, NEMA AB-1, UL 489
Approval CSA, HACR, IEC, UL
Temp Rating 40C
Construction Features Interchangeable Trip Unit, HACR Rated

Product FAQs

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Which GE panelboards and switchboards are compatible with the TKMA836500?

This K-Frame breaker is designed for use in legacy GE CCB panelboards, AV1 panelboards, GE switchboards, and motor control centers.

Are the trip settings adjustable on the TKMA836500?

This breaker features a thermal magnetic trip unit with a fixed thermal element for long-time protection and an adjustable magnetic element for instantaneous protection.

What wire sizes are accepted by the lugs on this breaker?

The factory lugs accept 3/0 AWG to 500 kcmil aluminum or copper conductors.

Is the TKMA836500 considered a legacy breaker?

Yes, the TKMA series is a legacy GE K-Frame molded case circuit breaker. Following ABB acquiring GE Industrial Solutions, these breakers remain standard for maintaining existing GE infrastructure.

Can the TKMA836500 be applied in DC electrical systems?

Yes, this breaker is rated for DC applications up to 250VDC, making it suitable for specific industrial control and battery systems.

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