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2CCS863001R0404 ABB S803S-C40 40 A 3-Pole Type C 50 kA MCB
ABB S803S-C40 is a 40 A three-pole Type C high-performance miniature circuit breaker with 50 kA short-circuit breaking capacity for demanding industrial and commercial circuit protection.
£182.76
Why Choose the ABB S803S-C40 High-Performance MCB?
The ABB S803S-C40 is a high-performance three-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits in demanding industrial and commercial installations. Part of the established ABB S800S high-performance circuit breaker series, it combines a 40 A rated current with a powerful 50 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
Featuring a Type C tripping characteristic, the S803S-C40 is well suited to general industrial circuits and equipment that can produce moderate starting or inrush currents. Its thermal-magnetic operating principle provides dependable overload and short-circuit protection while accommodating normal transient currents associated with many types of machinery and electrical equipment.
With its three-pole configuration, 40 A rated current and 50 kA breaking capacity, the S803S-C40 provides robust protection for three-phase distribution, machinery and industrial power circuits. Its modular construction enables straightforward integration into electrical distribution boards and control assemblies.
Key Advantages
- High-performance three-pole miniature circuit breaker for demanding circuit protection.
- 40 A rated current for industrial distribution and equipment circuits.
- High 50 kA short-circuit breaking capacity for installations with substantial prospective fault currents.
- Type C tripping characteristic suited to general-purpose loads with moderate starting currents.
- Provides dependable overload and short-circuit protection.
- Three-pole construction provides simultaneous protection for three-phase circuits.
Key Features
- ABB S800S high-performance circuit breaker series.
- 40 A rated current.
- 3-pole configuration.
- Type C tripping characteristic.
- 50 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
- Thermal-magnetic overload and short-circuit protection.
- Suitable for industrial circuits with moderate starting and inrush currents.
- Designed for demanding commercial and industrial electrical installations.
High-Performance Protection for Three-Phase Circuits
High-performance circuit breakers such as the ABB S803S-C40 automatically disconnect electrical circuits when excessive current results from overload or short-circuit conditions. Thermal protection responds to sustained overload currents, while magnetic protection provides rapid interruption during severe short-circuit faults.
The Type C characteristic provides a practical balance between fault sensitivity and tolerance of normal starting currents, making the S803S-C40 suitable for a broad range of industrial loads. Combined with its 50 kA breaking capacity, it provides dependable protection for demanding three-phase distribution, machinery and automation applications.
Typical Applications
- Three-phase industrial electrical distribution systems.
- Machinery and production equipment.
- Industrial control and power circuits.
- Commercial and industrial switchboards.
- Automation and manufacturing installations.
- Circuits requiring high short-circuit breaking capacity.
Technical Specifications
| Series | S800S |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 2CCS863001R0404 |
| Product type | High-performance miniature circuit breaker (MCB) |
| Rated current | 40 A |
| Number of poles | 3 |
| Tripping characteristic | Type C |
| Short-circuit breaking capacity | 50 kA |
| Protection function | Overload and short-circuit protection |
| Standard | IEC/EN 60947-2 |
| Mounting type | DIN rail |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB S803S-C40 used for?
The ABB S803S-C40 is used to protect three-phase industrial and commercial electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits, particularly where high breaking capacity is required.
What is the rated current of the S803S-C40?
The circuit breaker has a rated current of 40 A.
What breaking capacity does the S803S-C40 provide?
The S803S-C40 provides a short-circuit breaking capacity of 50 kA.
What does the Type C characteristic mean?
The Type C tripping characteristic is suited to general-purpose circuits and equipment with moderate starting or inrush currents, providing effective overload and short-circuit protection.
How many poles does the ABB S803S-C40 have?
The S803S-C40 is a three-pole high-performance miniature circuit breaker suitable for protecting three-phase electrical circuits.
Trusted High-Performance Circuit Protection from ABB
ABB S800S high-performance circuit breakers provide dependable overload and short-circuit protection for demanding industrial and commercial electrical installations, combining high breaking capacity with robust protection for modern power distribution systems.
