Sourced for commercial and industrial applications, this 45-amp miniature circuit breaker restores functionality to older electrical infrastructures. It provides reliable thermal-magnetic trip functions for standard branch circuits. Designed to mount into Federal Pacific NB and NBLP panelboards, it serves as an exact match for aging hardware. This component crosses over to the UBIF245NB substitute, ensuring a proper fit without modifications.
Which panelboards accept the NB221045 circuit breaker?
This breaker is designed specifically for installation in legacy Federal Pacific NB and NBLP panelboards.
What wire gauge range is supported by the lugs on this breaker?
The terminal lugs accommodate wire sizes from 14 AWG up to 2 AWG.
What is the direct aftermarket cross-reference for the NB221045?
The UBIF245NB is the direct aftermarket substitute for this 45-amp, 2-pole Federal Pacific breaker.
Is the Federal Pacific NB221045 still in active production?
No, Federal Pacific Electric is no longer manufacturing circuit breakers. Replacements are sourced from existing legacy stock or through aftermarket substitutes like the UBIF245NB.
Does this breaker snap into the panel or bolt on?
The NB221045 requires a bolt-on connection, meaning it must be physically bolted to the panelboard busbar for secure installation.
What type of trip functions are included in the NB221045?
It features a thermal-magnetic trip unit with fixed long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection against overcurrent and short-circuit faults.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 18 reviews.
Federal Pacific NB100 - 100A 2 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7/2/26
100amp federal pacific breaker
So far the breaker works as expected
Just good to know some of these old federal are still available.
Thank you
SG
scott g.
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Federal Pacific NB111020 - 20A 1 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6/26/26
Hard to find breakers
Had a project at a school built in the 1960’s and thought we were up a creek when confronted with ancient FPE commercial panels. Luckily we found what we needed with Suoerbreakers.
BF
Barry F.
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Federal Pacific NB100 - 100A 2 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6/13/26
Hard to find circuit breaker
Item was as described.
WW
William W.
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Federal Pacific NB100 - 100A 2 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3/9/26
Exactly what I needed.
Awesome! Packaging and delivery were good. Bolted in and worked perfectly!!)
GH
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Federal Pacific NB125 - 125A 2 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker