{"product_id":"2b16um","title":"Altech 2B16UM - 16A, 277VAC \/ 80VDC, 2-Pole, Circuit Breaker","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Altech 2B16UM, a purpose-built 2-pole circuit breaker engineered to deliver dependable overcurrent protection where it matters most. Rated for 16A and capable of handling up to 277VAC or 80VDC, this device is ready for both AC mains and DC control circuits in demanding industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned for flexible integration, the 2B16UM shines in panelboards, switchboards, and control panels. The two-pole configuration ensures a coordinated disconnect on both conductors, promoting safer startup and shutdown sequences and helping keep your distribution system balanced and protected during fault conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent and voltage versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16A rating with a dual voltage capability of 277VAC \/ 80VDC supports mixed power architectures commonly found in modern facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-pole protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simultaneous disconnection of both lines minimizes arc risk and protects downstream equipment in motor control centers and control panels.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile installation domains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for industrial, commercial, and OEM applications where compact, reliable overcurrent protection is essential in distribution panels.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliability you can trust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to provide safe operation in mission-critical panel assemblies, ensuring continuity of control circuits and power distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho should consider the Altech 2B16UM? System integrators, maintenance engineers, and OEM designers looking for a compact, dependable breaker that can navigate mixed-voltage systems without sacrificing protection quality. It’s a practical choice for modernizing existing panels or configuring new control enclosures where robust overcurrent protection is non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractical tips for deployment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePair the 2B16UM with panelboards or switchboards that service both AC distribution and DC control circuits to reduce component count and simplify wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse in motor control centers where rapid, coordinated shutdown of paired conductors enhances safety and reduces downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfirm system voltage alignment with 277VAC and DC control segments up to 80VDC to ensure optimal protection without nuisance trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Altech","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":46391015112866,"sku":"2B16UM","price":113.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/circuit_breaker_generic_c74afa9c-cb95-4d73-abf2-a5e6819ad3ae.png?v=1765381879","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/2b16um","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}