Engineered for Square D I-Line panelboards, the BDA260502 is a 50A, 2-pole molded case circuit breaker from the PowerPacT B-Frame family. It utilizes thermal-magnetic technology to provide fixed long-time and instantaneous (LI) trip protection for commercial facilities. This breaker features a factory-configured AC phase connection and replaces legacy FA26050 models. It mounts securely into I-Line switchboards. Rated 18kAIC at 480V, it includes Visi-Trip technology for quick status checks.
What legacy Square D breakers does the BDA260502 replace?
The PowerPacT B-frame I-Line circuit breakers are designed to replace legacy Square D FA and FH series molded case circuit breakers in I-Line panelboards and switchboards.
How much mounting space does this 2-pole B-frame breaker require on an I-Line bus?
This 2-pole PowerPacT B-frame circuit breaker requires 3 inches of mounting space on an I-Line bus.
What is the recommended tightening torque for the lugs on the BDA260502?
For the mechanical lugs, the tightening torque is 31.8 to 38.9 lb-in (3.6 to 4.4 N.m) for 14 to 10 AWG wire, and 44.2 to 54.8 lb-in (5 to 6.2 N.m) for 8 to 2/0 AWG wire.
What does the D in the BDA260502 catalog number signify?
The D indicates the interrupting rating tier of the breaker, which provides 18kA at 480VAC, 14kA at 600Y/347VAC, and 25kA at 240VAC.
Can this breaker be installed in a standard QO or Homeline load center?
No. The BDA260502 features an I-Line plug-in connection and is strictly compatible with Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards. It will not fit in QO, Homeline, NQ, or NF series panels.
Is this breaker suitable for use in DC circuits?
Yes, the BDA260502 is rated for use in DC applications up to 250VDC with a 10kA interrupting capacity.
Does this breaker provide GFCI or AFCI protection?
No. This is a standard thermal-magnetic circuit breaker providing overload and short-circuit protection. It does not include ground-fault or arc-fault circuit interruption capabilities.
What wire materials are compatible with the lugs on this breaker?
The factory-installed mechanical lugs accept both aluminum (Al) and copper (Cu) conductors ranging from 14 AWG to 2/0 AWG.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 4.9 out of 5 based on 9 reviews.
Square D BDA36100 - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
9/2/26
Good price, fast delivery
My local supplier was backordered one this item for a few months, Superbreakers beat the price and delivered it quickly.
AG
Alan G.
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Square D BDA36020 - 20A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3/10/26
Excellent Value
Excellent Value and fast shipping. SuperBreakers delivered!!
MM
Mike M.
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Square D BDA36050 - 50A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2/25/26
Review
Super Breakers had the breakers I needed in stock at a fair price and shipped & delivered in an expedited fashion. They are my go-to guys for hard to find breakers.
Mike @ Frey Electric
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Sergio M.
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Square D BDA36040 - 40A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1/19/26
Installed & working
Ordered this from SuperBreakers when local vendors were quoting me 25%+.
So I got a refurbished version of this breaker.
It is installed and working.
Also, service was great.
Thank you SuperBreakers!
GO
George O.
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Square D BDA36080 - 80A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
8/18/22
Just received it. Packaging was
Just received it. Packaging was good. Product seems to be exactly as described. Installing soon.