Engineered for industrial applications, the Schneider Electric FHP36020 is a 3-pole, 20A molded case circuit breaker from the legacy F-frame family. It provides dependable long-time and instantaneous trip functions for commercial electrical systems. This unit mount breaker installs into Square D motor control centers and switchboards. As a discontinued model, it is commonly replaced by the PowerPact HJP36020. It features a 65kAIC rating at 240VAC and includes load side lugs.
HACR Rated, High Interrupting Capacity, Non-Interchangeable Trip
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Is the Square D FHP36020 still in active production?
No, the FHP36020 is a legacy F-frame molded case circuit breaker that has been discontinued by Schneider Electric. When replacing this breaker, panel builders typically upgrade to the modern PowerPact H-frame series, depending on specific mounting and fault current requirements.
What equipment is the FHP36020 circuit breaker compatible with?
This unit-mount, bolt-on breaker is designed for installation in Square D motor control centers and switchboards. Because it is a unit-mount design, it is not compatible with I-Line panelboards that require plug-on jaw connections.
What does the FHP catalog prefix indicate?
In the Square D nomenclature, the FHP prefix designates a legacy F-frame circuit breaker. The H indicates a high interrupting capacity (25kA at 480VAC), and the P indicates a unit-mount configuration with lug terminals, distinguishing it from I-Line plug-on breakers.
What does the LI trip function code indicate on this breaker?
The LI designation means the thermal-magnetic trip unit includes Long-Time (L) and Instantaneous (I) protection. The long-time function handles sustained overloads, while the instantaneous function clears short circuits. Both thermal and magnetic settings are fixed on this model.
What are the acceptable wire sizes for the FHP36020 terminals?
When wiring the FHP36020, the standard lugs accept 14 to 4 AWG copper (Cu) or 12 to 4 AWG aluminum (Al) conductors. Ensure connections are properly torqued according to the manufacturer label to prevent thermal issues.
Is the FHP36020 rated for direct current (DC) systems?
Yes, in addition to its AC ratings, this breaker can be applied in 250VDC systems where it provides a 10kA interrupting capacity. This makes it suitable for specific industrial control and battery applications.
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