General Electric 45A - 45A, 3-Pole, Molded Case Circuit Breaker

Meet the General Electric 45A 3-Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker — a compact, three-phase protective device engineered for reliable overcurrent protection in demanding electrical environments. With a 45A rating housed in a rugged molded case, this breaker is designed to fit seamlessly into panelboards, switchboards, and control panels, delivering quick, dependable fault interruption to keep downstream equipment safe and productive.

Why this GE 45A 3-Pole MCCB stands out

• Three-pole protection for balanced three-phase systems: The 3-Pole configuration ensures all phases trip together, safeguarding motors, drives, and other three-phase loads from uneven fault conditions.
• Durable molded-case construction: Built to withstand industrial environments, the molded case provides a compact footprint while maintaining solid protective performance in distribution panels and motor control centers.
• Straightforward integration: Designed for panelboards, switchboards, and control panels, this breaker plugs into standard enclosures and complements existing protective schemes without complex wiring or adapters.
• Industrial, commercial, and OEM friendly: A versatile choice for new installations or replacements in manufacturing lines, facilities’ distribution panels, and OEM equipment builds where predictable overcurrent protection is essential.

Practical use cases

• Upgrading or installing protection in motor control centers for pumps, fans, conveyors, and compressors.
• Protection and control in commercial electrical distribution panels serving critical loads with high startup current.
• OEM equipment design where a reliable, three-phase protective device is required in a compact form factor.

Technical snapshot

• Current rating: 45A
• Poles: 3-Pole
• Breaker type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
• Ideal for: Industrial, commercial, and OEM applications needing dependable overcurrent protection and safe operation in distribution panels and motor control centers

Installation and safety notes

For optimal performance, ensure the breaker is compatible with the enclosure, bus configuration, and mounting method of your panel. Verify that the trip characteristics align with your load profile, especially for motors and equipment with high inrush currents. Use proper torque on terminals and follow your facility’s electrical standards to maintain safe, reliable operation over the breaker’s service life.