A drop-in replacement for aging commercial systems, the Federal Pacific NEF431090 is a 3-pole, 90A molded case circuit breaker. It provides reliable thermal-magnetic protection for older industrial facilities. Designed specifically for legacy Federal Pacific panelboards, this bolt-on MCCB eliminates the need for retrofitting or adapters. It restores power safely to existing enclosures. Rated at 14kAIC for 480VAC, this unit features non-interchangeable trip elements and reverse feed capability.
What panelboards accept the Federal Pacific NEF431090 circuit breaker?
This N-frame molded case circuit breaker is designed as a direct replacement for legacy Federal Pacific panelboards that utilize NEF series bolt-on breakers.
What wire sizes are supported by the terminals on the NEF431090?
The included load side lug terminals accept wire gauges ranging from 4 AWG up to 1/0 AWG.
What are the maximum fault current interrupting ratings for this breaker?
The NEF431090 provides a maximum interrupting capacity of 18kA at 240V AC, 14kA at 480V AC, and 10kA at 250V DC.
How does this breaker connect to the panelboard bus?
It utilizes a bolt-on mounting configuration, which provides a secure, vibration-resistant mechanical and electrical connection to the panelboard bus structure.
What type of trip protection does the NEF431090 provide?
It features a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit that delivers both long-time overload and instantaneous short-circuit protection (LI functions). The trip elements are non-interchangeable.
Are Federal Pacific NEF series breakers still in active production?
Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) is no longer manufacturing new equipment. However, legacy NEF breakers remain available to service existing commercial and industrial FPE panelboards without the need for costly system retrofits.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 6 reviews.
Federal Pacific NEF431030 - 30A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
8/21/26
Fpe 3 pole 30 amp breaker.
I ordered the breaker on Thursday and it was at my house for Saturday morning. Breaker is in pristine condition. A real bail out. Thank you.
MR
Michael R.
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Federal Pacific NEF431040 - 40A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
8/4/25
Warehouse Air Compressor
Worked like a charm.
Thank you.
DP
Diana P.
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Federal Pacific NEF433020 3 Pole Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3/3/21
Satisfied
Service was GREAT!!
DJ
David J.
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Federal Pacific / American NEF431100 - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1/13/21
This worked out great.
This worked out great.
MW
Mark W.
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Federal Pacific NEF421050 - 50A 2 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
11/17/19
Great service & pricing
Superbreakers did a great job for us. We called and asked if the breakers were actually in their possession. Withing 30 minutes they called us back (which is rare these days), and we got our breakers the next morning.