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Tri-Break Line Integrally Fused Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers Integrally Fused Magnetic Circuit Breakers Integrally Fused Molded Case Switches These breakers are available in three types. Type TB1 (15-100 amperes) product numbers include frame, trip, line and load lugs, and current limiters all factory assembled. TB6 (300 to 600 amperes) and TB8 (600 to 800 amperes) include frame, trip and limiters, factory assembled, but do not include line or load lugs. If line and load lugs are required, order separately. Unless otherwise noted, TB1, TB6, and TB8 breaker components are UL listed in File E42263. Fused molded case switches are UL listed in File E57546. Mag-Break Line Magnetic only circuit breakers (motor circuit protectors) These breakers are available only with noninterchangeable adjustable magnetic trip, in frame Types E, F, J, K, and Tri-Break. All breakers are shipped factory assembled, complete with Cu/Al line and load lugs. All magnetic only circuit breakers and limiters are UL Component Recognized in Files E11592 and E66390, respectively, unless otherwise noted. Spectra RMS Circuit Breakers Determine the required breaker frame, IC rating, and load requirements. Select frame, trip unit (rating plug), and lug, if required, product numbers from the tables on pages 3-47 to 3-55. For Spectra breakers with microEntelliGuard, MicroVersaTrip Plus or MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units refer to pages 3-56 through 3-74. Select field-mounted internal accessory product numbers, if required, on pages 3-80 and 3-81. Select field-mounted external accessory product numbers, if required, on pages 3-109 through 3-119 and pages 3-75 to 3-79 for Spectra breakers with microEntelliGuard, MicroVersaTrip Plus or MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units. Order as separate items. Mag-Break Motor Circuit Protectors Determine the required frame and ampere requirements. Select frame, trip unit (rating plug), and lug, if required, product numbers from the table on pages 3-83 through 3-85. Select accessories as noted above for circuit breakers. The same accessories are used with both circuit breakers and motor circuit protectors. Order as separate items. Molded Case Switches Determine the required frame and ampere requirements. Select frame and lug, if required, product numbers from the table on page 3-82. Rating plugs are not used. Select accessories as noted above for circuit breakers. Internal accessories do not require dummy trips. The same accessories are used with both circuit breakers and molded case switches. Order as separate items.

Unless otherwise noted, all circuit breakers are UL listed in File E11592. Molded case switches are UL listed in File E57546. Field-Installable Internal Accessories are UL listed in File E57253. Distribution Cable Accessories for microEntelliGuard, MicroVersaTrip Plus Trip Units and MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units are UL listed in File E57253.

Accessories Order accessories from the appropriate table: Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers, Magnetic Circuit Breakers, and Molded Case Switches1pages 3-40 to 3-46 and 3-108 to 3-120. Spectra RMS Breakerspages 3-80 to 3-81 and 3-108 to 3-120. Spectra RMS Breakers with microEntelliGuard, MicroVersaTrip Plus Trip Units or MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Unitspages 3-75 to 3-81, and 3-108 to 3-120.
1Installation of accessories in molded case switches requires dummy trip; see page

3-46 for information. Dummy trip not required for Tri-Break or Q-Line molded case switches.

Molded Case Circuit Breaker and Switch Terminal Configuration Code Order standard Cu/Al lugs by using suffix codes presented. Order lugs separately if special lugs are required. For optional lugs, see pages 3-117 and 3-118.
Suffix Blank Load Lugs Only Load Lugs Only Line and Load Lugs No Lugs No Lugs Line and Load Lugs WL Line and Load Lugs Line and Load Lugs XL X2 Line Lugs Only Load Lugs Only Line Lugs Only LL No Lugs

Breaker/Switch Type TQD/TJD Molded Case Breakers, Thermal Magnetic Molded Case Switch Spectra RMS Breakers Mine Duty Breakers Mag-Break Breakers

No Lugs Load Lugs Only

No Lugs

Order Lugs Separately Order Lugs Separately

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Features Spectra RMS Molded Case Circuit Breakers SE150, SF250, SG600, and SK1200 circuit breaker frames have a digital, solid-state, rms sensing trip system with field installable, front-mounted rating plugs to establish or change the breaker ampere rating. Adjustable instantaneous with tracking short-time is standard on all frames including SE150. The trip system uses digital sampling to determine the rms value of sinusoidal and nonsinusoidal currents. microEntelliGuard Trip Units Spectra SG600 and SK1200 breakers are now available with microEntelliGuard trip units - the newest and most advanced trip unit available in the Spectra line of molded case circuit breakers. Based on the EntelliGuard TU trip unit platform, the microEntelliGuard trip unit has the same HMI interface and incorporates the advanced features and protective functions for improved system protection, coordination, selectivity, performance, and diagnostic capabilities. New features offered with the microEntelliGuard trip unit include enhanced time-current curve shaping capability, ground fault alarm, direct Modbus communications, reduced energy let-through setting, zone selective interlock, neutral protection, waveform capture, and programmable output contacts. The microEntelliGuard trip unit utilizes the same power management accessories offered for the Spectra MicroVersaTrip with the addition of a new advanced junction box and interconnect cables. The breakers have the same footprint and interrupt ratings as their SG/SK counterparts and are backwards compatible with existing equipment and installations. The microEntelliGuard trip unit uses the same universal rating plugs and test kit offered for the EntelliGuard TU trip unit. With the introduction of the microEntelliGuard trip unit, Spectra breakers with MicroVersaTrip Plus and PM trip units will transition to legacy status in 2011 and have limited availability.

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Spectra SG600 and SK1200 breakers with microEntelliGuard Trip Units

MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Unit The MicroVersaTrip PM trip unit adds power management system capability, advanced metering, and protective relays to the basic functions of the MicroVersaTrip Plus trip unit. The MicroVersaTrip PM trip unit communicates directly on the GE POWER LEADER communication bus. A complete circuit breaker consists of a UL listed circuit breaker frame and a rating plug (UL listed interchangeable trip unit). Terminal lugs for cable connection are available if required.

MicroVersaTrip Plus Trip Units or MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units All frames use the same UL listed, field-installable internal SG600 and SK1200 are optionally available with either accessories (auxiliary switch, shunt trip, undervoltage release MicroVersaTrip Plus or MicroVersaTrip PM trip units which offer and bell alarm). expanded functionality in the same space-saving size of standard All frame sizes have maximum UL listed interrupting ratings of Spectra RMS breakers. The trip system uses digital sampling to 200 kA @ 240 Vac and 100 kA @ 480 Vac with 600 Vac ratings determine the rms value of sinusoidal and nonsinusoidal currents. to 65 kA depending on frame size. UL listed current limiting versions are provided through the SG600 frame for the 65 kA MicroVersaTrip Plus Trip Units @ 480 Vac and the 100 kA @ 480 Vac models, with no increase MicroVersaTrip Plus trip units utilize a digital, LCD display with a in physical frame size. four-button keypad to provide local set-up and readout of trip Spectra RMS Mag-Break instantaneous-only motor circuit prosettings. A 3-phase ammeter and trip indicators are standard, as tectors also use the same digital, solid-state trip unit and rating is a clear plastic cover with provisions for sealing to allow tamperplugs as the circuit breakers. The interchangeable rating plug resistant installation. The trip unit digitally measures the current establishes the instantaneous pickup range (with tracking shortwaveform in each phase to determine the true rms value of the time) but does not change the frame ampere rating. current, regardless of the waveshape. Spectra RMS molded case switches have a fixed, high-set MicroVersaTrip Plus trip units provide accurate, predictable overinstantaneous trip (without tracking short-time function) and load and short-circuit protection for distribution systems that have short-circuit withstand ratings equal to their equivalent include ac and dc variable speed drives, rectifiers, induction heatbreaker frame size interrupting rating in most cases. ing, and other loads that cause high harmonic distortion as well Spectra RMS breakers are ambient insensitive. Trip times will as standard circuit. They provide maximum breaker-to-breaker not vary over the range 10-50C breaker ambient. Refer to selectivity and custom load protection. Short-time and ground GET-7002 for further application information. fault functions include the flexibility of coordination with or withSpectra RMS breakers contain no parts that would support out an I 2t ramp. fungus growth and are, therefore, inherently fungusproof.

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Record Plus Molded Case Circuit Breakers Record Plus represents the very latest in molded case circuit breaker design. Utilizing design features such as double-break rotary contact structures and advanced ablative materials to enhance interruption, Record Plus is capable of interrupting ratings up to 200kA. High kAIC ratings, selective coordination, reduced arc flash energy, and current limitation embody the core design principles of Record Plus. FC 100 and FB 100 circuit breakers are supplied with factory installed non-user interchangeable thermal-magnetic trip units and can be supplied with or without lugs. FB breakers are available in 1-, 2- and 3-pole versions. FC is available in 2- and 3-pole versions, both in a 3-pole footprint. FG600 circuit breakers are supplied equipped with factory installed non-user interchangeable electronic trip units that feature the use of front accessible, user installed rating plugs to establish or change the breakers amp rating. Rating plugs are user specified and ordered under separate product number. Instantaneous pickup levels are adjustable and set via a frontmounted adjusting knob. FG is available in 2- and 3-pole versions, both in a 3-pole footprint. Record Plus product numbers ending in R or R0 do not include lugs. An R1 suffix indicates that the breaker is supplied with line and load lugs, R2 indicates load lugs, and R3 indicates line lugs. RV suffixed product numbers include load lugs and line connections specifically designed for General Electric type AD panels. All frames use common internal accessories (auxiliary switches, UV releases, shunt trips, and bell alarms) UL listed for field installation. UL listed maximum short circuit ratings at 480VAC are 150kA for the 100A frames and 200kA for the 600A frames. Unless noted otherwise, all circuit breakers and accessories are listed in UL file number E11592.

Other MCCB Features UL489 Listed Broad product line to meet virtually any application need. Reduced downtime. A tripped breaker is easily spotted and can be immediately reset after the fault has been corrected. Eliminates single phasing. A common trip bar disconnects all poles simultaneously on both overloads and short circuits. Offers application flexibility through the use of a wide variety of accessory devices and special attachments. Repetitive operationno fuses to replace. Breakers can be repetitively tested. Fuses must be destroyed to confirm calibration accuracy. For more information on these products, order publications listed in Sections 21 and 22.

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Quick Reference Guide Ratings do not apply to molded case switches. The interruption ratings and voltages shown in the table are maximum ratings. A circuit breaker of the type given in the lefthand column may be applied at the given circuit voltage in any electrical distribution system where the available fault current at the load terminals of the breaker does not exceed the value in the table. That circuit breaker type may also be applied at intermediate values of circuit voltage provided the available fault current at the load terminals of the breaker does not exceed the value in the table for the higher value of voltage. Q-Line (UL file E-11592; Fixed Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit)
Maximum Voltage Rating ac 120/240 120/240 120/240 dc 120 UL Listed Interrupting Ratings rms Symmetrical kA Vac 120/240 10 10 10
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THQL 32015

Circuit Breaker Type TQ

Ampere Rating 15-50 15-60 15-50

No. Poles 1 2 1 2 1

Vdc 277 480 600 125 250 H 3 W 3/4 1 1/2 1/2 1 1 3 9/32 2 3 1 3 9/32 2 3 1 3 9/32 2 3 1 3 9/32 2 3 1 3 9/32 2 3 6 1/16 6 1/16 6 9/16 2 2 2 3/4 4 1/8 2 3/4 4 1/8 8 1/4

Dimensions (in.) D 2 3/8 A B C E

240

Std. Pack 10 5

THQP1

3 9/32

2 3/8

100 50 50

TQL/TQB/ TQC

10

2 3

120/240 240 120/240 240 120/240 240 120/240 240 120/240 240 120/240 120/240 240 240 240 240 240 240

10 22 22 65 10 22 10 22 22

52

2 3/8

25 15 50

THQL1 THQB1 THQC1 THHQB1 THHQC1

15-70 15-125 15-100 15-70 15-100 15-70

1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1

10

2 3/8

25 15 50

22

2 3/8

25 15 50

THHQL1

15-125 15-100

22

2 3/8

25 15 50

TXQL1 TXQB1 TXQC1 TQDL THQDL TQD1 THQD1

15-30

2 3

65 10 10 22 22 22 22

2 3/8

2 7/16

2 7/16

27/32

25 15

125-200 125-200 100-225 100-225 100-225 100-225 250-400

2 2 2 3 2 3 2 3

2 3/8 2 3/8 2 5/8

12 12 1 1 1 1 1 1

11/16

10

6 9/16

2 5/8

2 7/16

2 7/16

11/16

27/32

TJD

10 1/8

3 13/16 3 15/16 3 13/16

1 3/8 1 3/16

CB3 Ground Fault, Equipment Ground Fault and Arc Fault (UL File E-51075; Fixed Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit) THQB THQC THQL ...GF, GFEP, AF THHQL ...GF THHQB ...GF AF 1 15-30 2 120/240 120 1 10 3 9/32 2 1 2 3/8 10 10

15-30

120

22

3 9/32

2 3/8

10

1 UL listed as HACR (heating, air conditioning and refrigeration). 2

Not UL listed.

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Quick Reference Guide 10-1200A Circuit Breakers Thermal Magnetic Trip Ratings do not apply to molded case switches. The interruption ratings and voltages shown in the table are maximum ratings. A circuit breaker of the type given in the lefthand column may be applied at the given circuit voltage in any electrical distribution system where the available fault current at the load terminals of the breaker does not exceed the value in the table. That circuit breaker type may also be applied at intermediate values of circuit voltage provided the available fault current at the load terminals of the breaker does not exceed the value in the table for the higher value of voltage.
TEY and TEYF (UL File E-11592; Fixed Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit; CSA LR 57114) Maximum Voltage Rating Ampere Rating No. Poles 1 TEY2,3 15-100 2 3 15-60 TEYF2,3 15-100 1 2 3 ac 277 480/277 277 480/277 dc 125 250 125 250 65 65 18 120 65 65 14 14 18 120/ 240 UL Listed Interrupting Ratings kA Vac 240 14 277 14 480 14
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TJJ, TJK, THJK

TFJ, TFK, THFK

Circuit Breaker Type

Vdc 600 125 10 10 250 10 10 5001 5 1/4 5 1/4 H W 1 2 3 1 2 3

Dimensions (In.) D A B C E

Approx. Ship Wt./Std. Pack

3 1/16

18
6

3 1/16

E150 (UL File E-11592; Fixed Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit; CSA LR 57114) 1 TEB2,3 10-100 4
4 4

120 240 277,347 5 480 480, 600 277,347 5 480 600

125 250 125 250 500 125 250 500

10

10 14 65 10 18 18 14 25 18

5 10 20 7

5 10 20 7

10 6 5/16 10 6 5/16 6 5/16

1 3/8 2 3/4 4 1/8 1 3/8 2 3/4 4 1/8 1 3/8 3 3/8 2 41/64 2 15/64 3 3/8 2 41/64 2 15/64 3 3/8 2 41/64 2 15/64

2 3

11/16 11/16

26 lb/24 23/32 24 lb/12 28 lb/8 26 lb/24 23/32 24 lb/12 28 lb/8 26 lb/24 23/32 24 lb/12 28 lb/8

10-100 TED2,3

1 2 3

10-150 15-30

1 2 3

THED 2,3

15-100 15-150

65 65 42

4 1/8

11/16

F225 (UL File E-11592; TFJ, Fixed Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit; TFK, THFK: Interchangeable Thermal Mag. Trip Unit; CSA LR 40350) TFJ 2 TFK 2 THFK 2 TFL
8

70-225 70-250 70-225

2 3 2 3 2 3 3

480 600 480 600 480 600 600

250 500 250 500 250 500

25

22

18 18 18 25

10

10 10 10

10 1/8

4 1/8

3 13/16

3 7/8

3 7/8

11/16 1 3/16

10 lb/1 12 lb/1 10 lb/1 12 lb/1 10 lb/1 12 lb/1

25

22

10 10

10 1/8

4 1/8

3 13/16

3 7/8

3 7/8

11/16 1 3/16

70-225 70-225

100

65 100

25 65

10 1/8 10 1/8

4 1/8 4 1/8

3 13/16 3 13/16

3 7/8 3 7/8

3 7/8 3 7/8

11/16 1 3/16 11/16 1 3/16

J600 (UL File E-11592; TJJ, Fixed Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit; TJK, THJK: Interchangeable Thermal Mag. Trip Unit; CSA LR 40350) TJJ, TJK4 TJK6 125-400 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 600 250 500 250 500 250 250 42 42 30 22 10 10 40 40 40 40 10 1/8 20 20 20 20 10 1/8 8 1/4 3 13/16 3 15/16 3 13/16 1 3/8 1 3/16 10 1/8 8 1/4 3 13/16 3 15/16 3 13/16 1 3/8 1 3/16 10 1/8 8 1/4 3 13/16 3 15/16 3 13/16 1 3/8 1 3/16 8 1/4 3 13/16 3 15/16 3 13/16 1 3/8 1 3/16 16 lb/1 17 1/2 lb/1 18 lb/1 20 lb/1 16 lb/1 17 1/2 lb/1 18 lb/1 20 lb/1

250-600

600

30

22

THJK4

125-400

600

65

35

25

THJK6

250-600

600

65

35

25

K1200 (UL File E-11592; Interchangeable Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit; CSA LR 40350) TKM8 300-800 2 3 TKM12 600-1200 2 3 THKM8 300-800 2 3 THKM12 600-1200 2 3 1 UL listed with poles in series for 500 Vdc ungrounded battery applications. 2 UL listed as HACR (heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration). 3 UL listed as HID (high intensity discharge). 4 10 amp not UL listed, rated 5kA @ 120V, 240V and 480V. 5 UL listed/CSA Certified for 10kA @ 347 Vac (TED) and 600 600 250 40 65 35 25 40 22 15 1/2 8 1/4 5 1/2 8 9/16 5 11/16 1 3/8 5/8 600 600 250 500 42 30 22 10 20 22 15 1/2 8 1/4 5 1/2 8 9/16 5 11/16 1 3/8 5/8 33 lb/1 39 lb/1 38 lb/1 41 1/2 lb/1 33 lb/1 39 lb/1 38 lb/1 41 1/2 lb/1

42

30

22

15 1/2

8 1/4

5 1/2

8 9/16 5 11/16

1 3/8

5/8

65

35

25

15 1/2

8 1/4

5 1/2

8 9/16 5 11/16

1 3/8

5/8

6 480Y/277 Vac. 7 UL listed at 10,000 amps 8 No longer available

18kA @ 347V (THED). Also rated 10kA @ 480V but not UL listed.

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