Delivering 18 kAIC at 480VAC, the HDA260402 is a 40A, 2-pole molded case circuit breaker belonging to the Square D PowerPacT H-Frame lineup. It mounts into I-Line panelboards and serves as a drop-in replacement for the legacy FA26040AC breaker. This unit features an AC phase connection and utilizes a non-interchangeable thermal-magnetic trip unit for precise long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection. It is HACR rated and includes the signature Visi-Trip visual indicator.
Can the HDA260402 replace older F-frame circuit breakers?
Yes, this PowerPacT H-frame breaker serves as a direct drop-in replacement for legacy FA26040AC I-Line circuit breakers.
How does the I-Line connection work on this breaker?
The HDA260402 features a plug-on I-Line connection for the line side, which mounts directly to the panelboard bus, and mechanical lugs on the load side for wire terminations.
What does the "D" in the HDA260402 part number indicate?
The "D" designates the interrupting capacity level of the breaker. For this model, it provides a D-tier interrupting rating of 25 kA at 240VAC, 18 kA at 480VAC, and 14 kA at 600VAC.
What does the "2" at the end of the HDA260402 catalog number mean?
The trailing "2" indicates that this 2-pole breaker is configured for an A and C phase connection when installed on a 3-phase I-Line bus.
What type of load lugs are included with this breaker?
This breaker uses AL150HD mechanical lugs on the load side, which accept 14 AWG to 3/0 AWG aluminum or copper wire.
Is the trip unit on the HDA260402 adjustable?
No, this breaker features a fixed thermal and fixed magnetic trip unit, providing non-adjustable long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection.
What safety precautions are required before installing this I-Line breaker?
Always de-energize the panelboard and verify power is off using a properly rated voltage sensing device before installing or removing any I-Line circuit breaker.
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