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2CDS272011R0504 ABB SH202M-C50 Miniature Circuit Breaker 50 A Type C 10 kA 2P
ABB SH202M-C50 is a 50 A two-pole Type C miniature circuit breaker with a 10 kA breaking capacity, designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits.
£50.93
Why Choose the ABB SH202M-C50 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The ABB SH202M-C50 is a compact and reliable two-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. As part of the ABB SH200 M series, it combines a Type C tripping characteristic with a high short-circuit breaking capacity for dependable protection in residential, commercial and similar electrical installations.
This miniature circuit breaker has a rated current of 50 A and a Type C tripping characteristic, making it suitable for circuits supplying resistive and inductive loads with moderate starting or inrush currents. Its thermal-magnetic operating principle provides automatic disconnection when overload or short-circuit conditions occur.
With a rated short-circuit breaking capacity of 10 kA and a two-pole configuration, the SH202M-C50 provides robust circuit protection in a compact modular format. Its DIN rail mounting design enables straightforward installation within consumer units and electrical distribution boards.
Key Advantages
- Compact miniature circuit breaker for overload and short-circuit protection.
- 50 A rated current suitable for higher-current electrical distribution circuits.
- Type C tripping characteristic suitable for resistive and inductive loads with moderate inrush currents.
- High 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
- Two-pole configuration for simultaneous switching and protection of two conductors.
- DIN rail mounting simplifies installation in modular distribution equipment.
Key Features
- ABB SH200 M miniature circuit breaker series.
- 50 A rated current.
- Type C trip characteristic.
- 10 kA rated short-circuit breaking capacity.
- Two-pole (2P) configuration.
- Thermal-magnetic overload and short-circuit protection.
- Compact modular construction for electrical distribution systems.
- DIN rail mounting for straightforward panel installation.
Reliable Protection for Electrical Circuits
Miniature circuit breakers such as the ABB SH202M-C50 automatically disconnect a circuit when excessive current is caused by an overload or short circuit. This helps protect wiring and connected electrical equipment from damage while providing convenient resettable protection for modern electrical installations.
The Type C characteristic is suitable for circuits where moderate transient currents may occur during normal equipment operation. Combined with the SH200 M series' compact modular construction and 10 kA breaking capacity, the SH202M-C50 provides dependable two-pole protection for a broad range of electrical distribution applications.
Typical Applications
- Residential electrical distribution boards.
- Commercial electrical installations.
- Consumer units and modular distribution equipment.
- Power distribution and higher-current final circuits.
- Electrical equipment and auxiliary circuits.
- Circuits supplying resistive and inductive loads with moderate inrush currents.
Technical Specifications
| Series | SH200 M |
|---|---|
| ABB order code | 2CDS272011R0504 |
| Product type | Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) |
| Number of poles | 2 |
| Rated current | 50 A |
| Tripping characteristic | Type C |
| Rated short-circuit breaking capacity | 10 kA |
| Operating principle | Thermal-magnetic |
| Mounting type | DIN rail |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB SH202M-C50 used for?
The SH202M-C50 is a two-pole miniature circuit breaker designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits.
What is the rated current of the SH202M-C50?
The ABB SH202M-C50 has a rated current of 50 A.
What does the Type C characteristic mean?
The Type C tripping characteristic makes the breaker suitable for circuits supplying resistive and inductive loads where moderate inrush currents can occur during normal operation.
What is the breaking capacity of the SH202M-C50?
The SH202M-C50 has a rated short-circuit breaking capacity of 10 kA.
How is the ABB SH202M-C50 installed?
The breaker has a compact two-pole modular design intended for DIN rail mounting in consumer units and electrical distribution boards.
Trusted ABB Circuit Protection
ABB SH200 M miniature circuit breakers provide dependable overload and short-circuit protection in compact modular electrical installations, combining established thermal-magnetic protection technology with straightforward DIN rail installation.
