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P1MBUL1PC40 – MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKER 1P CURVE C 40A UL489
Lovato P1MBUL1PC40 single-pole miniature circuit breaker with a 40 A rated current, Type C tripping characteristic and 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
£50.74
Why Choose the Lovato P1MBUL1PC40 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The Lovato P1MBUL1PC40 is a compact and dependable single-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. Part of the established Lovato Electric P1MB series, it combines thermal and magnetic protection within a space-saving modular device suitable for industrial machinery, control panels and electrical distribution systems.
With a rated current of 40 A, a Type C tripping characteristic and a short-circuit breaking capacity of 10 kA, the P1MBUL1PC40 provides reliable protection for circuits containing equipment with moderate starting currents. It is suitable for applications involving motors, transformers, contactors, power supplies and other inductive electrical loads.
The circuit breaker features a single-pole configuration and occupies only one DIN module, helping maximise available space inside electrical enclosures. It is rated for 120 V AC under UL conditions and complies with IEC/EN 60947-2 and UL 489, making it suitable for industrial equipment and internationally specified control systems.
Key Advantages
- Dependable overload and short-circuit protection.
- 40 A rated current for higher-current single-pole circuits.
- Type C tripping curve suitable for moderate inrush currents.
- High 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
- Compact one-module design conserves valuable panel space.
- Standard DIN rail mounting enables straightforward installation.
- Suitable for both AC and DC circuit protection.
- Complies with recognised IEC and UL circuit breaker standards.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric P1MB series miniature circuit breaker.
- Single-pole configuration.
- 40 A nominal current rating.
- Type C thermal-magnetic tripping characteristic.
- 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
- 230/400 V AC rated operational voltage under IEC conditions.
- 120 V AC rated operational voltage under UL conditions.
- 60 V DC rated operational voltage.
- 50/60 Hz rated frequency.
- One-DIN-module width.
- IP20 frontal protection rating.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Electrical Circuits
The Lovato P1MBUL1PC40 uses a thermal-magnetic operating mechanism to provide two complementary forms of protection. The thermal element responds to sustained overload currents, while the magnetic element rapidly disconnects the circuit when a high short-circuit current is detected.
Its Type C response characteristic allows the circuit breaker to tolerate moderate temporary inrush currents without unnecessary tripping. This makes it suitable for industrial circuits supplying motors, transformers, contactors, solenoids and power supplies while maintaining dependable fault protection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels.
- Single-pole machinery circuits.
- Motor control and automation equipment.
- Transformers and inductive loads.
- Control-system power supplies.
- Manufacturing and processing equipment.
- Commercial electrical distribution systems.
- OEM machine-building projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Certification | UL 489 | |
|---|---|---|
| Current | 40 A | |
| Phase | Single Phase | |
| Poles | 1-pole | |
| Device Type | MCB | |
| Trip Curve | C curve | |
| Breaking Capacity | 10 kA | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | P1MB | |
| Model | P1MBUL1PC40 | |
| Product designation | Miniature circuit breaker | |
| Number of poles | 1P | |
| Number of DIN modules | 1 | |
| Rated current | 40 A | |
| Tripping characteristic | Type C | |
| Tripping mechanism | Thermal-magnetic | |
| Short-circuit breaking capacity | 10 kA | |
| Rated operational voltage, IEC | 230/400 V AC | |
| Rated operational voltage, UL | 120 V AC | |
| Rated operational voltage, DC | 60 V DC | |
| Rated insulation voltage | 440 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 4 kV | |
| Rated frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Mounting type | 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Conductor capacity | 1–35 mm² | |
| Terminal tool | PZ2 | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000 operations | |
| Frontal protection rating | IP20 | |
| Pollution degree | 2 | |
| Maximum installation altitude | 2,000 m | |
| Weight | Approx. 133 g | |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-2, UL 489 | |
| Certifications | cULus, EAC | |
| HS Code | 85362010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato P1MBUL1PC40 used for?
The P1MBUL1PC40 protects single-pole electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits in industrial machinery, control panels and electrical distribution systems.
What is the rated current of the P1MBUL1PC40?
The miniature circuit breaker has a rated current of 40 A.
What does the Type C tripping characteristic mean?
A Type C characteristic is suitable for circuits with moderate starting currents, including motors, transformers, contactors and other inductive equipment.
What is the breaking capacity of this circuit breaker?
The Lovato P1MBUL1PC40 provides a short-circuit breaking capacity of 10 kA.
What voltage ratings does the P1MBUL1PC40 support?
It is rated for 230/400 V AC under IEC conditions, 120 V AC under UL conditions and up to 60 V DC.
How is the P1MBUL1PC40 installed?
The circuit breaker mounts onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail and occupies one DIN module inside an electrical enclosure or distribution panel.
Trusted Industrial Circuit Protection
Lovato Electric P1MB miniature circuit breakers are trusted by panel builders, machinery manufacturers and electrical engineers for reliable overload and short-circuit protection in industrial control and distribution applications.
