Built for commercial and industrial applications, the Square D FH36040 provides robust overcurrent protection. This legacy F-Frame MCCB features fixed thermal and magnetic trip elements for long-time and instantaneous (LI) defense. Designed to install into Square D I-Line panelboards, this breaker utilizes a plug-on mounting style. It is officially superseded by the HGA36040 model for newer upgrades. Rated for 25 kAIC at 480VAC, it carries HACR certification for HVAC equipment circuits.
Can the FH36040 be installed in standard Square D load centers?
No. This breaker is equipped with an I-Line style plug-in connection. It is strictly compatible with Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards, and will not fit standard QO, Homeline, NQ, or NF panels.
Is the legacy F-Frame FH36040 directly replaceable by modern Square D models?
Schneider Electric has phased out the legacy F-Frame series, designating the PowerPact B-Frame and H-Frame circuit breakers as the modern replacements. PowerPact models with I-Line connections are designed to share similar physical dimensions, allowing for straightforward retrofits into existing I-Line panelboards.
Can this circuit breaker be utilized in direct current (DC) systems?
Yes. Alongside its standard alternating current capabilities, the FH36040 is rated for direct current applications up to 250VDC, where it provides a 10kA interrupting rating.
Are the trip settings on the FH36040 field-adjustable?
No. This unit utilizes a thermal-magnetic trip mechanism with fixed long-time and instantaneous (LI) functions. Neither the thermal overload nor the magnetic short-circuit pickup levels can be altered.
What wire conductors are compatible with the factory lugs?
The standard mechanical lugs on this breaker are dual-rated for both copper (Cu) and aluminum (Al) conductors, supporting a wire range from 14 AWG up to 1/0 AWG.
Does the FH36040 require additional mounting hardware for installation?
No separate mounting kit is required. The integral I-Line plug-in interface is designed to connect directly to the busbar system inside compatible Square D I-Line panelboards.
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