Providing essential overcurrent defense for industrial applications, the Square D KA36080 is an 80A, 3-pole MCCB. It employs a thermal-magnetic trip unit with LI functions to manage overloads and short circuits. This K-Frame breaker mounts into Square D I-Line panelboards via a reliable plug-on connection. To modernize infrastructure, substitute this unit with the PowerPact HGA36080. It offers a 25 kAIC rating at 480VAC, an adjustable magnetic trip, and a Visi-Trip indicator.
This breaker features an I-Line style plug-in connection, making it exclusively compatible with Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards. It cannot be used in standard QO load centers, NQ panels, NF panels, or unit-mount applications.
Is the KA36080 still actively manufactured?
The KA36080 is part of the legacy Square D K-Frame series. For a modern equivalent, facilities often upgrade to the PowerPact H-Frame series, such as the HGA36080, which fits the same I-Line panelboards and offers an upgraded interrupting rating.
How is the KA36080 installed in a panel?
It utilizes a plug-on phase connection that mounts directly to the I-Line panelboard busbar, secured by a screw-on mounting bracket. The load side is then wired using the standard mechanical lugs.
What does the LI trip function indicate on this breaker?
The LI designation means the thermal-magnetic trip unit provides Long-Time (L) and Instantaneous (I) protection. The thermal element protects against sustained overloads, while the magnetic element trips immediately during a short circuit.
How does the adjustable magnetic trip work?
While the thermal overload protection is fixed at 80 amps, the adjustable magnetic trip allows an electrician to set the instantaneous short-circuit trip threshold. This adjustability helps coordinate with other breakers in the system or accommodate high inrush currents from motors.
What wire sizes are accepted by the load lugs?
The standard factory lugs on the KA36080 accept 4 AWG to 350 kcmil aluminum or copper conductors. Always verify the required torque specifications printed on the breaker label during installation to ensure a secure and safe connection.
Does this breaker include ground fault protection?
No, the KA36080 features a standard thermal-magnetic trip unit with Long-Time and Instantaneous (LI) functions. It does not provide equipment ground fault (LSIG) or personnel ground fault (GFCI) protection.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 4.9 out of 5 based on 14 reviews.
Square D KA36150 - 150A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7/27/26
Square D KA36150
As usual, on time and in great condition!
SJ
Shawn J.
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Square D KA36225 - 225A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
4/27/26
I Line BreKER
Found exactly what I was looking for. They called and set over specs so I could confirm the fit!
RF
Ron F.
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Square D KA36100 - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
4/9/26
Multiple orders
I have purchased multiple breakers (of fairly large size) from SuperBreakers and their pricing has been excellent and the delivery time spot on. I would highly recommend them
MF
Matt F.
Verified Buyer
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Square D KA36100 - 100A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
8/21/25
Order Messed Up - Breaker Great
I have ordered many breakers through SuperBreakers with no issues until this order. I ordered this breaker and it wasn't shipped. I sent a message and was told that a mistake was make in shipping and that they would next day air the breaker to me. 5 days later (weekend in there) the breaker arrived. Not next day air, but shit happens. Sent the breaker still in the box out with my electrician and received a call from him that the breaker that was sent was a KAL36100 not the KA36100. I reached out to SuperBreakers and was told the correct breaker would be next day aired that day and I was emailed a shipping label to send back the incorrect one. This time it arrived the next day and was installed. This error cost my customer a couple days with out power to a dimmer cabinet and about 2 extra hours of labor, but all was okay in the end. Mistakes happen. The help and quick responses to my emails I received from Mike David showed me enough about this company. I look forward to my next order. Thank you for working this situation out in timely manor.
JH
Joel H.
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Square D KA36200 - 200A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
8/5/25
Worked As Planned
They had what we needed to match existing equipment, they shipped the same day and we put it right into service, no problems from first phone call to delivery and install.