EATON FDC3100 C Complete Molded Case Circuit Breaker, F-Frame, Fdc, Complete Breaker

Eaton FDC3100 C Series circuit breaker protects connected receptacles, branch circuits, external motors and HVACs from excess current (overloads) or short circuits. This complete breaker having a completely moulded case has a current rating of 100A and a voltage rating of 600VAC / 250VDC.

Features:

• Eaton FDC3100 circuit breaker has load-side lug terminals for quick installation of circuit wires.
• This 3-pole complete breaker is equipped with fixed thermal & fixed magnetic contacts for long-time and instantaneous tripping performance using its high-speed "blow-open" action.
• It has bolt-on mounting style for easy & secure installation on panels.
• This 50 / 60 Hz breaker unit has an F-frame for housing current-carrying parts, trip devices & mechanisms inside it, offering reverse-feed capability.
• The unit's handle actuator has three positions (ON, OFF and trip) for easy identification of the breaker's status.

Compatible Accessories:

• Load Centres, Panels & Switchboards: This Eaton FDC3100 circuit breaker can be mounted easily onto these panelboards, switchboards, motor control centres & load centres for reliable circuit protection.

Standards and Approvals:

• UL
• NEMA AB1 Enclosure
• IEC 157-1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What are the different interrupt ratings of this Eaton FDC3100 circuit breaker?

A. Eaton FDC3100 breaker has different interrupt ratings at different voltage inputs. The unit has an interrupt rating of 200kA at 240VAC, 100kA at 480VAC, 35kA at 600VAC and 22kA at 250VDC input.

Q. What are points to inspect before operating this Eaton FDC3100 circuit breaker?

A.

• Keep the area around the breaker clean by using an enclosure. Remove dust, dirt, grease, moisture or foreign contaminants from the unit.
• Check that the unit's mechanical linkages like the actuator are free to move by switching the unit ON & OFF several times.
• Press the push-to-trip button, if available, at the bottom side of the unit to mechanically test the circuit breaker.
• Inspect the unit of any cracks, chipping, discolouration or any sign of overheating. Tighten the terminals & connectors. Check the mounting hardware.
• Remove any safety hazards near the circuit breaker area.

Q. What is the temperature rating of this circuit breaker?

A. This Eaton FDC3100 circuit breaker has a temperature rating of 40 degrees C.