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Challenger

CE3040

Cutler Hammer Challenger 40A 480V 3-Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker


Current: 40Poles: 3Voltage: 480VConnection: Bolt-On
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Product Description & Specifications

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Manufacturer
Challenger
Sub-Category
Molded Case
Series
CE Series
Frame
CE
Rated current
40
Voltage
480V
Poles
3
Phases
3
Interrupting rating
14kA@480V
Trip functions
LI - Long-Time and Instantaneous
Protection
Thermal Magnetic
Connection
Bolt-On
Mounting
Panel Mount
Weight
5
Product description & additional details

CE3040


CE3040 is a 40 Amp, 480 Volt, 3-Pole molded case circuit breaker manufactured by Cutler Hammer Challenger. It is designed for reliable circuit protection in industrial and commercial applications.

This CE series circuit breaker features a molded case design with a 3-pole configuration suitable for 480 VAC systems. It provides 40 amps of current rating and is engineered for mounting in standard breaker panels. The breaker offers a 14kA interrupt rating, ensuring safe interruption of fault currents. It complies with industry certifications for safety and performance.

  • Manufacturer: Cutler Hammer Challenger
  • Part Number: CE3040
  • Amperage: 40 Amps
  • Voltage Rating: 480 VAC
  • Number of Poles: 3
  • Mounting Type: Panel Mount
  • Interrupt Rating: 14kA
  • Series/Frame: CE Series
  • Trip Unit: Thermal Magnetic
  • Certifications: UL Listed, CSA Certified

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Specifications

  • Part Number: CE3040
  • Manufacturer : Challenger
  • Brand : Challenger
  • Category : Circuit Breaker
  • Item Subcategory : Molded Case
  • Family : CE Series
  • Type : CE
  • Voltage : 480
  • Amperage : 40
  • Phase : 3
  • Poles : 3
  • AIC rating : 14kA@480V
  • Connection : Bolt-On
  • Functions : LI - Long-Time and Instantaneous
  • Circuit Breaker Mounting Style : Panel Mount
  • Protection : Thermal Magnetic

Product Data

  • Weight : 5

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