Part of the PowerPacT P-Frame family, this 800A molded case circuit breaker delivers solid-state protection for commercial facilities. It features an ET 1.0I trip unit with fixed thermal and adjustable magnetic settings. The unit-mount design utilizes lugs for installation into Square D QED switchboards and Model 6 motor control centers. Rated at 35kAIC at 480VAC, this 80% rated three-phase breaker ensures robust fault clearing while utilizing True RMS sensing for accurate monitoring.
What specific panels or switchboards is the PGL36080 compatible with?
This unit-mount PowerPacT P-frame breaker is intended for installation in Square D QED switchboards, Model 6 Motor Control Centers (MCCs), and properly sized industrial enclosures.
What are the lug wire size and torque requirements for the PGL36080?
The factory-installed line and load lugs accept three 3/0 AWG to 500 kcmil aluminum or copper conductors per phase. The required tightening torque for these main lug connections is 442.5 lb-in (50 N.m).
Is the PGL36080 rated for 100% continuous operation?
No, this is a standard 80% rated circuit breaker. Continuous loads must not exceed 80% of its 800A nameplate rating, which equals a maximum continuous draw of 640 amps.
Is the electronic trip unit on this breaker field-interchangeable?
No. The PGL36080 features a factory-installed, basic ET 1.0I solid-state trip unit. Unlike P-frame models equipped with Micrologic trip units, this basic ET 1.0I unit cannot be swapped or upgraded in the field.
Can I use this breaker for applications requiring ground fault protection or zone-selective interlocking (ZSI)?
No. The included ET 1.0I trip unit only provides Long-Time and Instantaneous (LI) protection. For advanced features like ground fault protection or ZSI, you must select a PowerPacT P-frame model equipped with a Micrologic 5.0 or 6.0 trip unit.
How does the PGL36080 differ from a PJL36080 or PLL36080?
The second letter in the part number indicates the interrupting capacity. The PGL is the standard G-tier model. If your system requires a higher fault current rating, you must source the J-tier (PJL, 65 kAIC at 480V) or L-tier (PLL, 100 kAIC at 480V) alternatives.
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