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P1MBUL2PC40 – MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKER 2P CURVE C 40A UL489
Lovato P1MBUL2PC40 two-pole miniature circuit breaker with a 40 A rated current, Type C tripping characteristic and 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
£105.11
Why Choose the Lovato P1MBUL2PC40 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The Lovato P1MBUL2PC40 is a reliable two-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect industrial and commercial electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. Part of the established Lovato Electric P1MB series, this modular circuit breaker combines thermal and magnetic protection within a compact DIN rail-mounted format.
With a rated current of 40 A, a Type C tripping characteristic and a short-circuit breaking capacity of 10 kA, the P1MBUL2PC40 is suitable for circuits supplying equipment with moderate starting currents. Typical applications include industrial machinery, transformers, control systems, power supplies and commercial distribution equipment.
The circuit breaker has a two-pole configuration and occupies only two DIN modules, enabling both protected conductors to be disconnected together when an electrical fault occurs. Compliance with IEC/EN 60947-2 and UL 489 supports its use in industrial installations and internationally specified machinery.
Key Advantages
- Dependable two-pole overload and short-circuit protection.
- 40 A rated current for higher-current electrical circuits.
- Type C tripping curve suitable for moderate inrush currents.
- High 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
- Simultaneous disconnection of both protected poles.
- Compact two-module design conserves enclosure space.
- Standard DIN rail mounting simplifies installation and replacement.
- Conforms to recognised IEC and UL circuit breaker standards.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric P1MB series miniature circuit breaker.
- Two-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.
- 240 V AC rated operational voltage under UL conditions.
- Suitable for applications up to 60 V DC.
- 50/60 Hz rated frequency.
- Two-DIN-module width.
- IP20 frontal protection rating.
Reliable Protection for Two-Pole Electrical Circuits
The Lovato P1MBUL2PC40 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 enables the 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 protection during electrical faults.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels.
- Single-phase machinery circuits.
- Motor control and automation equipment.
- Transformers and inductive loads.
- Control-system power supplies.
- Manufacturing and processing equipment.
- Commercial electrical distribution boards.
- OEM machine-building projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Certification | UL 489 | |
|---|---|---|
| Current | 40 A | |
| Poles | 2-pole | |
| Device Type | MCB | |
| Trip Curve | C curve | |
| Breaking Capacity | 10 kA | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | P1MB | |
| Model | P1MBUL2PC40 | |
| Product designation | Miniature circuit breaker | |
| Number of poles | 2P | |
| Number of protected poles | 2 | |
| Number of DIN modules | 2 | |
| 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 | 240 V AC | |
| Rated operational voltage, DC | Up to 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 | |
| Frontal protection rating | IP20 | |
| Product weight | Approx. 255 g | |
| EAN | 8013975221457 | |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-2, UL 489 | |
| Certifications | cULus, EAC | |
| HS Code | 85362010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato P1MBUL2PC40 used for?
The P1MBUL2PC40 protects two-pole electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits in industrial machinery, control panels and commercial distribution systems.
What is the rated current of the P1MBUL2PC40?
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 P1MBUL2PC40 provides a short-circuit breaking capacity of 10 kA.
How many poles does the P1MBUL2PC40 have?
It is a two-pole miniature circuit breaker that disconnects both protected conductors together when an overload or short-circuit fault occurs.
How is the P1MBUL2PC40 installed?
The circuit breaker mounts onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail and occupies two DIN modules 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.
