Designed for the PowerPacT H-Frame lineup, this Square D 40A molded case circuit breaker delivers dependable thermal-magnetic protection. The 2-pole device features fixed long-time and instantaneous (LI) trip settings for commercial and industrial power systems. It mounts into switchboards and control panels via standard lugs, acting as a modern replacement for legacy FAL22040 and FAL24040 breakers. This 600VAC-rated unit includes a visual trip indicator and is fully HACR rated.
This is a unit-mount circuit breaker. It installs directly to a backpan or enclosure using screws and the included mechanical lugs, rather than plugging onto a busbar.
What is the difference between the HDL26040 and the HGL26040?
Both are 40A, 2-pole PowerPacT H-frame breakers, but they have different interrupting ratings. The HDL26040 is rated for 25kA at 240V and 18kA at 480V, while the HGL26040 offers a higher interrupting capacity of 65kA at 240V and 35kA at 480V.
Can I install the HDL26040 in a Square D I-Line panelboard?
No, the HDL26040 is a unit-mount breaker and does not have the required plug-on jaws for I-Line panels. For an I-Line equivalent, you will need an HDA-series breaker, such as the HDA26040.
What size wire do the standard lugs on this breaker accept?
The factory-installed AL150HD mechanical lugs accept 14 AWG to 3/0 AWG aluminum or copper wire.
Is the HDL26040 suitable for reverse feeding?
Yes, standard unit-mount PowerPacT H-frame circuit breakers have sealed thermal-magnetic trip units and are suitable for reverse-feed applications.
Can I add field-installable accessories to this breaker?
Yes, PowerPacT H-frame breakers support internal field-installable accessories, including shunt trips, undervoltage releases (UVR), and auxiliary switches, which mount behind the front cover.
Does this breaker provide GFCI or equipment protection (EPD)?
No, the HDL26040 is a standard thermal-magnetic breaker providing long-time and instantaneous (LI) overcurrent and short-circuit protection only. It does not include ground fault protection.
Can this breaker replace older Square D F-frame breakers?
Yes, PowerPacT H-frame breakers like the HDL26040 are the modern replacements for legacy F-frame breakers such as the FAL26040 or FHL26040. Retrofit mounting hardware may be required depending on your specific enclosure.
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