Designed for commercial distribution, the Siemens ED42B070 is a 2-pole, 70A molded case circuit breaker. It utilizes fixed thermal-magnetic trip elements to deliver reliable long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection. This bolt-on MCCB mounts into Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards, as well as compatible switchboards. It features a load-side lug connection. The ED4 frame provides 65kAIC at 240VAC. It is replaced by the 3VA5170-4ED21-0AA0 for future panel upgrades.
Which panelboards are compatible with the ED42B070 circuit breaker?
This bolt-on breaker is designed for use in Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards, as well as compatible switchboards and motor control centers. It requires the appropriate ED frame mounting kit for your specific panel generation.
Is there a newer replacement for the ED42B070?
Yes. For future panel upgrades or new installations, Siemens has replaced the ED42B070 with the 3VA5170-4ED21-0AA0. The replacement features the newer 3VA5 UL 125 frame and a TM210 thermal-magnetic trip unit.
Can the ED42B070 be used in DC electrical systems?
Yes, this breaker is rated for DC applications up to 250VDC, providing an interrupting capacity of 30kAIC at that voltage.
Does this breaker come with lugs, and what wire size do they accept?
Yes, the ED42B070 includes load-side lugs that accept 10 to 1/0 AWG copper or aluminum wire.
Will this breaker fit in a standard residential load center?
No, the ED42B070 is an ED frame bolt-on molded case circuit breaker designed for commercial and industrial panelboards, such as the Siemens P1, P2, and P3 series. It will not fit in standard residential plug-on load centers.
Are the trip settings on the ED42B070 adjustable?
No. It uses a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit that provides long-time and instantaneous protection. Both the thermal and magnetic trip settings are fixed and cannot be adjusted in the field.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 20 reviews.
Siemens ED43B100 - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
9/8/26
Siemens ED43B100 breeaker
Breaker arrived even earlier than expected. In great condition and very well packaged. Customer service was helpful and resolve all questions.
KL
Kristofer L.
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Siemens ED43B015 - 15A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
9/1/26
Product delivered was perfect.
This was my first order with Super Breakers so you just don't know what you will get. My products came quickly and just as described. I was very pleased with my experience and will use them in the future.
SW
Scott W.
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Siemens ED43S100A - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Switch
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6/10/26
Great transaction
We received the breaker we needed in great shape and in a timely manner!
We will defiantly be ordering from Super breaker again.
KK
Kurt k.
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Siemens ED43B080 - 80A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5/18/26
Fast shipping
I needed the breaker quickly for a job. It arrived earlier than I expected which kept the job moving along.
MS
mark s.
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Siemens ED41B020 - 20A 1 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3/16/26
Exactly what I ordered
I ordered 12 Siemens breakers. My order was exactly what I ordered, They came fast, and everything was in good shape. I will be using superbreakers in the future.