Westinghouse 1288C08G09 - 400A, Circuit Breaker

The Westinghouse 1288C08G09 is a purpose-built 400A circuit breaker designed to safeguard the power backbone of demanding electrical systems. Engineered for reliability in heavy-use environments, this unit provides dependable overcurrent protection where downtime isn’t an option—from large panelboards to motor control centers and OEM enclosures.

Why the Westinghouse 1288C08G09 400A Circuit Breaker stands out

• 400A current rating delivers robust protection for high-load feeders, ensuring faults are interrupted quickly to minimize damage and downtime.
• Versatile compatibility—designed for use in panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment—streamlining replacements, upgrades, and custom builds.
• Industrial-grade reliability ideal for continuous operation in factories, commercial facilities, and equipment houses where consistent performance matters.

Ideal use cases and scenarios

• Main distribution in manufacturing plants where large motor loads demand solid overcurrent protection.
• Motor control centers (MCCs) and feeder circuits that require dependable interruption capabilities to protect downstream equipment.
• OEM equipment assemblies and control panels that need a trusted, high-capacity breaker as a core protection component.
• Panelboard upgrades or replacements where a single, high-capacity unit can simplify spare parts and maintenance planning.

What you gain with this circuit breaker

By choosing the Westinghouse 1288C08G09, you’re investing in a protection solution that helps you:

• Maintain safe operation by reliably interrupting fault currents before they cascade through your system.
• Reduce downtime and equipment wear with precise, predictable trip behavior aligned to your electrical architecture.
• Streamline installations and future-proof panels and OEM builds with a compatible, high-capacity protection device from a trusted brand.

Practical considerations

When integrating the 1288C08G09, ensure it fits your existing distribution scheme and mounting configuration. This breaker is intended for use in environments that require sturdy overcurrent protection for large circuits, and it pairs well with Westinghouse-compatible panelboards, switchboards, and MCCs. For best results, have a qualified electrical professional verify that the breaker’s current rating, breaking capacity, and mounting style meet your specific panel design and safety standards.