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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer PDG23M0040TFFJ Molded Case Circuit Breaker

  • 40A
  • 3 Pole
  • Panel Mount
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer PDG23M0040TFFJ
Molded Case Circuit Breaker
Brand Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
SKU PDG23M0040TFFJ
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  • 40A
  • 3 Pole
  • Panel Mount

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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer PDG23M0040TFFJ - 40A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker

Eaton / Cutler-Hammer PDG23M0040TFFJ - 40A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker

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Engineered for industrial applications, the Eaton PDG23M0040TFFJ is a 3-pole, 40A molded case circuit breaker from the Power Defense family. It provides reliable thermal-magnetic protection with fixed LI trip functions. This panel-mount breaker installs into Eaton Power Defense panelboards and switchboards. It serves as a direct replacement for legacy HFD3040 breakers and includes standard line and load terminals. Rated 65kAIC at 480V, this current-limiting MCCB is HACR rated.

Specifications

Key specifications
Brand Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
Part Number PDG23M0040TFFJ
Series PDG2
Amperage 40A
Poles 3
Mounting Style Panel Mount
Voltage 240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC, 250VDC
Phase 3
AIC Rating 100kA @ 240VAC, 65kA @ 480VAC, 25kA @ 600VAC, 22kA @ 250VDC
Fit and installation
Terminal Type Lugs
For Use With Eaton Power Defense Panelboards, Switchboards, Enclosures
Wire Gauge 14 AWG - 1/0 AWG (Al/Cu)
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, Handle Mechanism
Accessories Standard Line and Load Terminals (PDG2X3T100)
Standards CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, UL 489, RoHS
Approval CCC, CE, CSA, IEC, RoHS, UL
Temp Rating -20C to 70C
Construction Features Current Limiting, HACR Rated, RoHS Compliant

Product FAQs

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Does the PDG23M0040TFFJ replace older Series C F-Frame breakers?

Yes. The Power Defense Frame 2 is a direct replacement for legacy Series C F-Frame breakers, including the HFD3040 and FD3040. Note that updated Eaton mounting hardware is required when upgrading to the Power Defense platform.

What does the M signify in the PDG23M0040TFFJ catalog number?

The M indicates the interrupting capacity of the breaker. For Power Defense Frame 2, it designates a rating of 65kAIC at 480VAC.

What does the TFFJ suffix mean on this Eaton breaker?

The TFFJ suffix specifies the trip unit and terminal configuration. T stands for Thermal Magnetic, the two Fs indicate Fixed Thermal and Fixed Magnetic trip settings, and J denotes that standard line and load lugs are included.

Can the Eaton PDG23M0040TFFJ be reverse fed?

Yes. Power Defense Frame 2 molded case circuit breakers with thermal magnetic trip units can be reverse fed.

What equipment is the PDG23M0040TFFJ designed to fit?

This Frame 2 breaker is engineered for installation in Eaton Power Defense panelboards, switchboards, and approved enclosures.

What frame size is the PDG23M0040TFFJ?

This breaker belongs to the Eaton Power Defense Frame 2 family, which covers amperages from 15A up to 225A.

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