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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer EGS3040FFG Molded Case Circuit Breaker

  • 40A
  • 3 Pole
  • Unit Mount
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer EGS3040FFG
Molded Case Circuit Breaker
Brand Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
SKU EGS3040FFG
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  • 40A
  • 3 Pole
  • Unit Mount

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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer EGS3040FFG - 40A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker

Eaton / Cutler-Hammer EGS3040FFG - 40A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker

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Built for demanding industrial environments, the Eaton EGS3040FFG is a 3-pole, 40A molded case circuit breaker. Belonging to the Series G EG-frame series, it provides fixed thermal and magnetic trip settings for precise long-time and instantaneous (LI) circuit protection. This unit mount breaker integrates seamlessly into Eaton Series G enclosures, MCCs, and OEM panels. It boasts an interrupting capacity of 35kAIC at 480VAC and incorporates a current-limiting, high-speed blow-open mechanism.

Specifications

Key specifications
Brand Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
Part Number EGS3040FFG
Series EGS
Amperage 40A
Poles 3
Mounting Style Unit Mount
Voltage 240VAC, 480VAC, 600Y/347VAC, 125/250VDC
Phase 3
AIC Rating 85kA @ 240VAC, 35kA @ 480VAC, 22kA @ 600Y/347VAC, 35kA @ 125/250VDC
Fit and installation
Frame Type EG
Terminal Type Lugs
For Use With Eaton Series G Enclosures, Switchboards, MCCs, OEM Panels
Wire Gauge 14-1/0 AWG (Cu/Al)
Max Wire 1/0 AWG
Min Wire 14 AWG
Protection and operation
Trip Technology Thermal Magnetic
Trip Function Code LI
Trip Function Long-Time, Instantaneous
Trip Adjustability Fixed Thermal, Fixed Magnetic
Standards and features
Available Options Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Padlock Attachment, Motor Operator
Accessories Line and Load Terminals
Standards CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, NEMA AB 1, UL 489
Approval CE, CSA, IEC, KEMA, UL
Temp Rating 40C
Construction Features HACR Rated, Current Limiting, Reverse Feed

Product FAQs

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What does the "FFG" suffix mean in the EGS3040FFG catalog number?

The "FFG" suffix indicates that the circuit breaker is equipped with a fixed thermal and fixed magnetic trip unit, and it includes both line and load terminals.

What is the difference between Eaton EGE, EGS, and EGH circuit breakers?

These prefixes indicate the interrupting capacity of the EG-frame breaker at 480V AC. The EGE is rated at 25 kAIC, the EGS is rated at 35 kAIC, and the EGH is rated at 65 kAIC.

Can the EGS3040FFG be mounted on a DIN rail?

Yes, while it is a unit mount breaker by default, it can be mounted to a standard DIN rail using an Eaton EG-frame DIN rail adapter kit, such as the EGDIN.

What wire size and material do the standard lugs on the EGS3040FFG accept?

The included line and load terminals accept 14 to 1/0 AWG copper or aluminum wire.

What types of equipment is the EGS3040FFG compatible with?

This EG-frame breaker is designed for use in Eaton Series G enclosures, switchboards, motor control centers (MCCs), and OEM control panels.

Is the EGS3040FFG suitable for DC voltage applications?

Yes, this breaker is rated for DC applications and provides an interrupting capacity of 35 kAIC at 125/250V DC.

What type of protection does the EGS3040FFG trip unit provide?

It features a thermal-magnetic trip unit that provides long-time (thermal) and instantaneous (magnetic) protection. Both the thermal and magnetic trip settings are fixed.

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