Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
2CDS211001R0404 ABB SH201-C40 Miniature Circuit Breaker 6 kA 1P Type C 40 A
ABB SH201-C40 is a 40 A single-pole Type C miniature circuit breaker with 6 kA breaking capacity at 230/400 V AC, designed to provide reliable overload and short-circuit protection for residential, commercial and light industrial electrical circuits.
£10.15
Why Choose the ABB SH201-C40 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The ABB SH201-C40 is a compact and reliable single-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. As part of the ABB SH200 Compact Home range, it provides dependable circuit protection for residential, commercial and light industrial electrical distribution systems.
This breaker combines a 40 A rated current with a Type C tripping characteristic, making it suitable for circuits with moderate inrush currents. Its delayed thermal tripping mechanism provides overload protection, while its electromechanical tripping mechanism provides rapid short-circuit protection.
With a rated short-circuit breaking capacity of 6 kA at 230/400 V AC in accordance with IEC/EN 60898-1, the SH201-C40 provides robust protection for final distribution circuits. Its compact 17.5 mm single-module design, DIN-rail mounting and current-limiting operation make it well suited to consumer units and modular distribution boards.
Key Advantages
- Reliable overload and short-circuit protection for electrical circuits.
- 40 A rated current for higher-current final circuits.
- Type C tripping characteristic accommodates moderate starting and inrush currents.
- 6 kA short-circuit breaking capacity at 230/400 V AC.
- Current-limiting thermal-magnetic design provides dependable circuit protection.
- Compact single-pole, one-module format helps conserve distribution-board space.
Key Features
- ABB SH200 Compact Home MCB range.
- 40 A rated current.
- 1-pole configuration with one protected pole.
- Type C tripping characteristic.
- 6 kA rated short-circuit breaking capacity.
- Delayed thermal trip for overload protection.
- Electromechanical trip for short-circuit protection.
- 230/400 V AC rated operational voltage.
- 50/60 Hz rated frequency.
- IP20 protection rating.
- Compliant with IEC/EN 60898-1.
Reliable Protection for Final Electrical Circuits
Miniature circuit breakers such as the ABB SH201-C40 combine delayed thermal overload protection with electromechanical short-circuit protection. The breaker automatically disconnects the protected circuit when excessive current or a short circuit occurs, helping protect cables, connected equipment and electrical installations from potentially damaging overcurrent conditions.
The SH200 Compact Home range is designed for practical modular distribution applications. The Type C characteristic of the SH201-C40 makes it suitable for circuits where moderate transient currents occur during normal operation, while its compact single-module format supports efficient use of space within consumer units and distribution boards.
Typical Applications
- Residential electrical distribution boards.
- Commercial building electrical installations.
- Higher-current final circuits.
- Lighting and general-purpose distribution circuits.
- Small motors and inductive loads with moderate starting currents.
- Consumer units and modular distribution equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Series | SH200 Compact Home |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 2CDS211001R0404 |
| Product type | Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) |
| Rated current | 40 A |
| Number of poles | 1 |
| Protected poles | 1 |
| Tripping characteristic | Type C |
| Rated short-circuit breaking capacity (Icn) | 6 kA |
| Rated operational voltage | 230/400 V AC |
| Rated frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Rated insulation voltage (Ui) | 440 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) | 4 kV |
| Protection function | Overload and short-circuit protection |
| Tripping mechanism | Thermal and electromechanical |
| Energy limiting class | 3 |
| Pollution degree | 2 |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Number of modules | 1 |
| Module width | 17.5 mm |
| Mounting type | DIN rail |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +55 °C |
| Standard | IEC/EN 60898-1 |
| Weight | approx. 0.125 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB SH201-C40 used for?
The ABB SH201-C40 is a single-pole miniature circuit breaker designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits in residential, commercial and light industrial distribution systems.
What is the rated current of the SH201-C40?
The SH201-C40 has a rated current of 40 A.
What does the Type C characteristic mean?
The Type C tripping characteristic is suited to circuits with moderate inrush currents, making the breaker suitable for many general-purpose, lighting and inductive electrical loads.
What is the breaking capacity of the ABB SH201-C40?
The SH201-C40 has a rated short-circuit breaking capacity of 6 kA at 230/400 V AC in accordance with IEC/EN 60898-1.
Where is the ABB SH201-C40 typically installed?
The SH201-C40 is designed for DIN-rail installation in consumer units, distribution boards and other modular electrical distribution equipment.
Trusted ABB Circuit Protection
ABB SH200 Compact Home miniature circuit breakers provide dependable overload and short-circuit protection for residential, commercial and light industrial electrical installations, combining current-limiting protection with compact modular construction and straightforward DIN-rail installation.
