Providing reliable circuit protection for commercial and industrial facilities, the Eaton FDC3090 is a 3-pole, 90A molded case circuit breaker. This Series C F-Frame component utilizes a bolt-on mounting design with load side lugs, ensuring a secure fit within compatible Eaton panelboards, switchboards, and motor control centers. It features fixed thermal and magnetic trip functions (LI) to safeguard against overloads and short circuits, boasting a 100 kAIC rating at 480VAC.
HACR Rated, Current Limiting, Reverse Feed, Non-Interchangeable Trip
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What equipment is compatible with the FDC3090 circuit breaker?
This bolt-on F-Frame breaker is specifically designed for installation in Eaton Series C panelboards, switchboards, and motor control centers.
What wire gauge range is supported by the FDC3090 lugs?
The standard lugs on this breaker accept wire sizes from 14 AWG to 1/0 AWG.
How does the FDC frame compare to standard F-Frame breakers in terms of interrupting capacity?
The FDC designation indicates an ultra-high interrupting capacity. It provides up to 100 kAIC at 480VAC and 200 kAIC at 240VAC, which is significantly higher than standard FD or HFD frames.
Can the Eaton FDC3090 be used to replace legacy Westinghouse models?
Yes. Because Eaton acquired the Cutler-Hammer and Westinghouse distribution equipment lines, the FDC3090 serves as a direct replacement for older Westinghouse and Cutler-Hammer breakers sharing the same catalog number.
Can the FDC3090 be reverse fed?
Yes, standard thermal magnetic Series C F-Frame breakers like the FDC3090 are suitable for reverse feed applications.
Does the FDC3090 feature an adjustable trip unit?
No, this breaker is equipped with a non-interchangeable trip unit featuring fixed thermal and fixed magnetic trip functions for long-time and instantaneous protection.
Can the FDC3090 be used in DC electrical systems?
Yes, in addition to its AC ratings, this thermal magnetic breaker is rated for DC applications with an interrupting capacity of 22 kAIC at 250VDC.
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