Schneider Electric BDA36040 | 40A 600V 3-Pole PowerPacT B Circuit Breaker

Main Description:

The Schneider Electric BDA36040 is a 40A, 600V, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker designed for demanding industrial power distribution systems. As part of the PowerPacT B family, it delivers reliable thermal-magnetic protection with both long-time and instantaneous trip functions. Featuring an interrupting rating of 18 kA at 480 VAC, this breaker provides dependable performance under high-fault conditions. The BDA36040 is equipped with an I-Line style plug-in connection system for fast, secure installation into I-Line panelboards. The breaker includes load-side mechanical lugs and features a non-interchangeable trip unit, ensuring stable and consistent protection performance. Engineered for three-phase systems and harsh industrial environments, this PowerPacT B breaker is built for reliability, safety, and long service life.

Technical Overview:

• Brand: Schneider Electric

• Part Number: BDA36040

• Category: Circuit Breaker

• Subcategory: Molded Case Circuit Breaker

• Condition: New/Never Used Surplus

• Family: PowerPacT

• Type: BDA

• Voltage Rating: 600 VAC

• Amperage Rating: 40 A

• Poles: 3

• Phase: 3

• Protection: Thermal Magnetic

• Functions: LI – Long-Time & Instantaneous

• Interrupting Rating: 18 kA @ 480 VAC

• Frame Type: B Frame

• Connection Type: I-Line Style Plug-In

• Trip Unit: Non-interchangeable thermal magnetic

• Application: Overload & short-circuit protection

• Compliance: UL, CSA, and industry-standard safety requirements

Key Features:

• 40A, 600V PowerPacT B circuit breaker

• Thermal-magnetic protection with LI trip functions

• High-fault interrupt rating of 18 kA at 480 VAC

• I-Line style plug-in design for fast installation

• Robust B-Frame construction for industrial durability

• Load-side mechanical lugs included

• Designed for 3-phase power distribution systems