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2CCS861002R0405 ABB S801S-B40-R High Performance MCB 1P Type B 40A 50kA
ABB S801S-B40-R is a 40 A single-pole Type B high-performance miniature circuit breaker with a short-circuit breaking capacity of up to 50 kA for reliable overload and short-circuit protection.
£60.87
Why Choose the ABB S801S-B40-R High Performance MCB?
The ABB S801S-B40-R is a high-performance single-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. Part of the ABB S800S high-performance circuit breaker series, it combines effective current limitation with high breaking capacity for dependable protection in demanding commercial and industrial electrical installations.
Featuring a Type B tripping characteristic and a rated current of 40 A, the S801S-B40-R provides thermal overload protection together with rapid electromagnetic short-circuit protection. The Type B characteristic makes it suitable for appropriately designed circuits with relatively low starting and inrush currents.
With a high short-circuit breaking capacity of up to 50 kA, the S801S-B40-R is suited to installations where substantial prospective fault currents may occur. Its compact single-pole construction, current-limiting performance and DIN-rail mounting make it suitable for industrial distribution boards, control systems and commercial electrical installations.
Key Advantages
- High-performance single-pole miniature circuit breaker for demanding electrical installations.
- 40 A rated current with Type B tripping characteristic.
- High short-circuit breaking capacity of up to 50 kA.
- Type B characteristic is suitable for appropriately designed circuits with relatively low inrush currents.
- Thermal and electromagnetic tripping provides overload and short-circuit protection.
- Current-limiting technology helps reduce fault energy and stress on downstream equipment.
- Compact DIN-rail construction simplifies integration into distribution and control assemblies.
Key Features
- ABB S800S high-performance MCB series.
- 1-pole circuit breaker configuration.
- 40 A rated current.
- Type B tripping characteristic.
- Short-circuit breaking capacity up to 50 kA.
- Thermal overload protection.
- Electromagnetic short-circuit protection.
- High-performance current-limiting design.
- Compact modular construction for electrical panels.
- DIN-rail mounting for straightforward installation.
Reliable High-Performance Circuit Protection
The ABB S801S-B40-R combines thermal overload protection with rapid electromagnetic short-circuit protection. Its Type B tripping characteristic is suited to appropriately designed circuits with comparatively low normal inrush currents while providing dependable interruption when overload or short-circuit conditions occur.
The S800S platform uses high-performance current limitation and rapid fault interruption to reduce the energy passed through during short-circuit conditions. This makes the S801S-B40-R suitable for demanding electrical distribution and industrial control applications requiring compact construction, reliable protection and high breaking performance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical distribution panels.
- Commercial electrical distribution systems.
- Machine and automation control panels.
- Control and auxiliary electrical circuits.
- Circuits with relatively low starting and inrush currents.
- High fault-level circuits requiring current-limiting protection.
Technical Specifications
| Series | S800S |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 2CCS861002R0405 |
| Product type | High-performance miniature circuit breaker (MCB) |
| Number of poles | 1 |
| Protected poles | 1 |
| Rated current | 40 A |
| Tripping characteristic | Type B |
| Short-circuit breaking capacity | up to 50 kA |
| Rated insulation voltage (Ui) | 690 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) | 8 kV |
| Rated frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Mounting type | DIN rail |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 95 × 27 × 82.5 mm |
| Standard | IEC/EN 60947-2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB S801S-B40-R used for?
The ABB S801S-B40-R is used to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits in demanding commercial and industrial electrical installations.
What is the rated current of the S801S-B40-R?
The S801S-B40-R has a rated current of 40 A.
What tripping characteristic does this MCB use?
The S801S-B40-R uses a Type B tripping characteristic, making it suitable for appropriately designed circuits with relatively low starting and inrush currents.
What is the breaking capacity of the ABB S801S-B40-R?
The S801S-B40-R is a high-performance miniature circuit breaker with a short-circuit breaking capacity of up to 50 kA.
How many poles does the S801S-B40-R have?
The S801S-B40-R is a single-pole (1P) high-performance miniature circuit breaker.
Trusted ABB Circuit Protection
ABB S800S high-performance miniature circuit breakers provide dependable overload and short-circuit protection for demanding commercial and industrial electrical systems requiring high breaking capacity, effective current limitation and robust operation.
