Designed to protect critical backup power systems, the KG3400 is a 3-pole, 400A Series C K-Frame MCCB. It is engineered for engine generators, utilizing a special low magnetic pickup to accurately respond to unique fault current characteristics. This unit-mount breaker is compatible with Series C panelboards and generator enclosures. It features a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit and reverse-feed capability. With an 18 kAIC rating at 240V, this current-limiting device ensures reliability.
What panelboards and enclosures are compatible with the KG3400?
This K-Frame breaker is designed for use in Eaton Series C panelboards, switchboards, and dedicated engine generator enclosures.
What wire sizes do the standard lugs on the KG3400 accept?
The included line and load lugs accept either one 250 to 500 kcmil conductor or two 3/0 AWG to 250 kcmil conductors per phase. They are rated for both aluminum and copper wire.
Can this circuit breaker be reverse fed?
Yes, the KG3400 includes reverse feed capability. This allows for flexible installation with either top or bottom entry in your panel or cabinet.
Why is the KG3400 specified for engine generators instead of a standard K-Frame breaker?
The KG3400 features a specialized low magnetic pickup range that is approximately two to five times the continuous rating. This provides closer low-level short-circuit protection tailored for generator circuits, which typically have lower short-circuit capacity than utility power.
What are the standard K-Frame alternatives if I do not need an engine generator breaker?
If your application requires a standard molded case circuit breaker rather than a generator-specific model, Eaton offers the KD3400 rated at 35kAIC at 480V, the HKD3400 rated at 65kAIC at 480V, and the KDC3400 rated at 100kAIC at 480V in the same physical frame size.
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