The BDA260504 is a 50A, two-pole molded case circuit breaker from Square D's PowerPacT B-Frame family. Engineered for industrial power distribution, it provides reliable thermal-magnetic (LI) protection. This unit installs into Square D I-Line panelboards and comes factory-configured for a BC phase connection, serving as a modern substitute for FA26050 breakers. Rated 18 kAIC at 480VAC, it features a Visi-Trip indicator for quick fault identification and is HACR rated.
CSA C22.2 No. 5, EN/IEC 60947-2, GB 14048.2, NEMA AB 1, NMX J-266, UL 489
Approval
CCC, CE, CSA, EAC, IEC, NOM, UL
Temp Rating
-25C to 70C
Construction Features
HACR Rated, Current Limiting, Reverse Feed, Visual Trip Indicator
Product FAQs
7 answers
What type of panelboards is the BDA260504 compatible with?
This breaker is designed for use in Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards. It features a plug-in I-Line connection on the line side and mechanical lugs on the load side.
What wire sizes and materials are accepted by the load side lugs on this breaker?
The load side mechanical lugs accept 14 AWG to 2/0 AWG aluminum or copper wire.
What does the "4" at the end of the BDA260504 catalog number indicate?
The "4" signifies that this 2-pole breaker is factory configured for a BC phase connection on the I-Line bus.
Can the BDA260504 be used in DC applications?
Yes, this breaker is rated for DC systems up to 250V DC with an interrupting rating of 10kA.
What type of trip unit is installed in the BDA260504?
It features a thermal magnetic trip unit with fixed thermal and fixed magnetic settings, providing long-time (L) and instantaneous (I) protection functions.
What does the "D" in the BDA prefix represent?
In the Square D PowerPacT B-Frame nomenclature, the "D" indicates the interrupting rating tier, which for this breaker is 18kA at 480V AC.
What older Square D breaker series does the PowerPacT B-Frame replace?
The PowerPacT B-Frame series, including the BDA260504, serves as a modern replacement for legacy Square D FA-frame breakers such as the FA26050.
SuperClub
Join free. Get 500 SuperPoints.
Earn points on eligible purchases and redeem them at checkout.
We source obsolete and hard-to-find parts every day.
Shipping
Free Shipping Policy
Parcel shipments with item value over $99 qualify for free economy shipping within the continental US. Please call to confirm special handling instructions. We do not charge a handling fee or require a minimum amount on any order. SuperBreakers does not ship on customer accounts.
We strive to ship out your items the same day the order is placed. In rare circumstances SuperBreakers may reserve up to 5 business days to consolidate orders for complete shipment.
Expedited Shipments
Orders being shipped via Next Day Air, 2 Day Shipping or 3 Day Shipping must be received by 3 PM EST to guarantee same-day shipments. Expedited orders only ship on normal business days. Shipments will NOT be sent out on Saturdays and Sundays.
International Shipping
All International orders require a $1,000 minimum order threshold. Due to the special nature of these shipments, we require that these be placed with a SuperBreakers representative. Additional shipping and instructions will apply. All International Orders are Non-Cancel and Non-Refundable.
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.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
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.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
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
SM
Sergio M.
Verified Buyer
Reviewing
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.
Reviewing
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.