The BDL36100 is a 3-pole, 100A molded case circuit breaker from Square D's PowerPacT B-Frame lineup. It provides reliable thermal-magnetic protection for industrial control panels and motor control centers. This unit-mount breaker installs via integrated DIN rail or standard back-pan mounting. It serves as a direct replacement for the discontinued FAL36100, allowing facilities to upgrade their infrastructure easily.
Yes, unit-mount PowerPacT B-frame circuit breakers include built-in DIN rail clips on the rear housing, allowing for direct installation onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail or traditional securement to a backpan using screws.
How do the EverLink lugs function on this breaker?
The factory-installed EverLink lugs on the line and load sides feature a specialized creep-compensating spring technology. This design maintains constant contact pressure on the conductor, which mitigates loosening caused by thermal cycling and reduces the need for periodic retorquing.
Are the trip thresholds adjustable on this model?
No, this unit utilizes a fixed thermal-magnetic trip system. Both the long-time overload protection and instantaneous short-circuit pickup are permanently set at the factory and cannot be modified in the field.
Can I add auxiliary contacts or a shunt trip to this breaker?
Yes, the PowerPacT B-frame design allows for standard field-installable electrical accessories. Auxiliary contacts, alarm switches, and shunt trips can be dropped directly into the dedicated accessory compartments located under the front cover.
What interrupting tier does the letter D in the catalog number represent?
In the Schneider Electric PowerPacT B-frame series, the D designation indicates standard interrupting performance. This tier provides up to 18 kA of fault current clearing at 480 VAC and 25 kA at 240 VAC.
Is it permissible to reverse feed the BDL36100?
Yes, standard thermal-magnetic B-frame circuit breakers are suitable for reverse feeding. Because they do not contain electronic trip units that require directional power flow, line power can be supplied to either the top or bottom terminals safely.
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