Built for demanding industrial environments, the Square D FCL34080 actively reduces let-through current during severe faults. As an 80A current-limiting MCCB, this 3-pole breaker enhances the safety and longevity of downstream electrical components. Equipped with line and load lugs for unit-mount installation, it fits seamlessly into Square D enclosures and switchboards. Facility managers looking for a modern equivalent can transition to the HJL36080 replacement breaker.
HACR Rated, Current Limiting, High Interrupting Capacity, Trip-Free Mechanism, Common Trip
Special Features
Current Limiting
Product FAQs
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What is the active replacement for the legacy FCL34080?
The FCL34080 is a legacy F-frame circuit breaker. For new installations or direct upgrades, Square D has superseded this model with the PowerPact H-frame series, specifically catalog number HJL36080.
How is the FCL34080 mounted?
This is a unit-mount breaker with a feed-thru connection. It bolts directly to the backplate of compatible Square D enclosures, switchboards, and motor control centers, utilizing line and load lugs rather than an I-Line plug-on bus connection.
Can I install this FCL breaker in an I-Line panelboard?
No, the FCL34080 is a unit-mount breaker designed for bolt-on installation. It is not compatible with I-Line panelboards, which require breakers with plug-on jaw connections.
What wire sizes are compatible with the standard lugs on the FCL34080?
The factory lugs accept 14 to 1/0 AWG copper conductors, or 12 to 1/0 AWG aluminum conductors.
Are the trip settings on the FCL34080 adjustable?
No, this breaker utilizes a thermal-magnetic trip unit with fixed long-time and fixed instantaneous (LI) trip functions. It does not feature adjustable dials for modifying the trip curve.
How does the current-limiting design of the FCL34080 protect downstream circuits?
During a severe fault, the current-limiting mechanism clears the short circuit extremely fast, actively restricting the peak let-through current and energy. This minimizes thermal and mechanical stress on downstream electrical components.
Is the FCL34080 suitable for high-fault industrial applications?
Yes, its current-limiting design provides a high interrupting capacity of 65kA at 480VAC and 100kA at 240VAC, allowing it to safely clear severe short circuits in heavy-duty commercial and industrial power distribution systems.
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