Siemens ED42B080 Sentron 80A Circuit Breaker 2 Pole 480 Vac

The Siemens ED42B080 Sentron Circuit Breaker is a robust and reliable molded-case circuit breaker designed for industrial and commercial electrical systems. With its high-performance capabilities, this breaker provides overcurrent and short-circuit protection for circuits up to 480 VAC.
Key Features:
General Specifications:
Type: Molded-case circuit breaker (Sentron series).
Amperage Rating: 80 A.

Suitable for medium-load circuits.
Suitable for medium-load circuits.
Poles: 2-pole configuration.

Ideal for single-phase or split-phase applications in 480 VAC systems.
Ideal for single-phase or split-phase applications in 480 VAC systems.
Voltage Rating: 480 VAC.

Designed for medium to high-voltage applications.
Designed for medium to high-voltage applications.
Performance:
Interrupting Capacity:

Rated for high fault current levels; consult product documentation for specific kA rating.
Rated for high fault current levels; consult product documentation for specific kA rating.
Trip Unit:

Thermal-magnetic trip unit.
Combines overload (thermal) and short-circuit (magnetic) protection.
Thermal-magnetic trip unit.
Combines overload (thermal) and short-circuit (magnetic) protection.
Operating Mechanism:

Quick-make, quick-break mechanism for reliable operation.
Quick-make, quick-break mechanism for reliable operation.
Design:
Compact Size:

Space-saving design allows for installation in standard panels and enclosures.
Space-saving design allows for installation in standard panels and enclosures.
Durable Molded Case:

Provides excellent insulation and protection in industrial environments.
Provides excellent insulation and protection in industrial environments.
Terminals:

Designed for secure and straightforward line and load side connections.
Designed for secure and straightforward line and load side connections.
Applications:
Power Distribution:

Protects branch circuits in panelboards and switchgear.
Protects branch circuits in panelboards and switchgear.
Industrial Machinery:

Ensures safety for equipment in manufacturing and processing facilities.
Ensures safety for equipment in manufacturing and processing facilities.
Lighting Circuits:

Suitable for higher-capacity lighting and HVAC systems.
Suitable for higher-capacity lighting and HVAC systems.
Utilities:

Ideal for commercial and industrial electrical systems.
Ideal for commercial and industrial electrical systems.
Advantages:
High Interrupting Capacity:

Handles significant fault currents to enhance system safety.
Handles significant fault currents to enhance system safety.
Reliable Protection:

Combines thermal and magnetic trip functions for comprehensive circuit protection.
Combines thermal and magnetic trip functions for comprehensive circuit protection.
Compact Design:

Easy integration into existing systems.
Easy integration into existing systems.
Durability:

Engineered for long service life under demanding conditions.
Engineered for long service life under demanding conditions.
Installation Notes:
Mounting:

Securely mount in compatible enclosures or panels.
Securely mount in compatible enclosures or panels.
Wiring:

Use appropriately rated conductors for the 80 A load.
Use appropriately rated conductors for the 80 A load.
Torque Settings:

Follow Siemens specifications for tightening terminal connections.
Follow Siemens specifications for tightening terminal connections.
Compliance:

Ensure adherence to local electrical codes (e.g., NEC) during installation.
Ensure adherence to local electrical codes (e.g., NEC) during installation.
Maintenance Tips:
Routine Inspections:

Check for visible damage, overheating, or loose connections.
Check for visible damage, overheating, or loose connections.
Periodic Testing:

Test the trip mechanism periodically to ensure functionality.
Test the trip mechanism periodically to ensure functionality.
Dust and Debris:

Keep the breaker and its surroundings clean for optimal operation.
Keep the breaker and its surroundings clean for optimal operation.
Replacement:

Replace if tripping becomes inconsistent or mechanical components wear out
Replace if tripping becomes inconsistent or mechanical components wear out

Weight: 8 lbs
Dimensions: 11 × 6 × 8 in