Capable of handling demanding electrical loads, the Square D HLA36100 is a 100A, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker. It belongs to the PowerPacT H-Frame family and provides fixed thermal-magnetic (LI) trip functions. Designed for Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards, this breaker features a plug-on mounting style that reduces downtime during system upgrades. Offering an impressive 100kAIC rating at 480VAC, it ensures superior fault current limitation and is fully HACR rated.
The HLA36100 features an I-Line plug-on connection for the line side and mechanical lugs on the load side. It is designed to snap directly into the bus of Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards.
What is the recommended lug torque for the HLA36100?
For the standard AL150HD mechanical lugs, use a 3/16-inch hex wrench and torque to 50 in-lbs for 14-10 AWG wire, or 120 in-lbs for 8-3/0 AWG wire.
Can the HLA36100 replace older Square D F-frame breakers?
Yes, the PowerPacT H-frame series is the direct replacement for legacy F-frame breakers. The HLA36100 can replace older 100A FA, FH, and FC I-Line breakers, offering higher interrupting ratings in the same mounting footprint.
What does the "L" in the HLA36100 catalog number indicate?
The "L" designates the interrupting rating tier within the PowerPacT H-frame family. It provides 125kA at 240VAC, 100kA at 480VAC, and 50kA at 600VAC, making it the highest standard AC interrupting tier for this frame size.
Can I use the HLA36100 in place of an HDA36100, HGA36100, or HJA36100?
Yes. Because the HLA36100 has the highest interrupting rating (L-tier) in the H-frame family, it safely exceeds the fault current ratings of the D, G, and J tiers and can be used as a direct upgrade or replacement for them.
What type of trip unit is installed in the HLA36100?
It is equipped with a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit featuring Long-Time (L) and Instantaneous (I) protection functions. The thermal and magnetic trip points are factory-fixed and non-adjustable.
Is this breaker compatible with standard QO or Homeline load centers?
No. The HLA36100 is an I-Line molded case circuit breaker and is strictly compatible with Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards. It will not fit in residential QO or Homeline load centers.
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