GE CB-UPG-40-01 - 40A, Solar DC Circuit Breaker

The GE CB-UPG-40-01 is a purpose-built 40A Solar DC Circuit Breaker designed to protect DC power paths in solar and other DC distribution setups. Built for reliability in demanding environments, this breaker provides dependable overcurrent protection in panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment. If your project requires clean, prompt isolation of faults in DC circuits, the GE CB-UPG-40-01 is a thoughtful, performance-driven choice.

Key features that matter in real-world use

• 40A current rating: Precise protection aligned with typical solar DC feeders and DC distribution elements, helping prevent nuisance trips while guarding essential hardware.
• Solar DC breaker design: Specifically engineered for DC power paths common in solar installations, reducing fault risk and enabling safer operation of downstream equipment.
• Versatile mounting and integration: Suitable for inclusion in panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment, streamlining upgrades and new builds alike.
• Industrial and commercial practicality: A proven solution for distributed DC protection in both large facilities and OEM applications, including motor control centers where reliable DC protection is critical.

Ideal use cases

• Solar energy systems: protect DC feeders from the PV array to inverters and downstream equipment.
• Industrial control panels: provide robust overcurrent protection for DC control circuits.
• Commercial and OEM equipment: integrate into equipment racks and distribution panels that require dependable DC protection.
• Motor control centers and DC distribution blocks: safeguard sensitive DC motors and drive circuitry from overcurrent events.

How this breaker protects your system

The GE CB-UPG-40-01 is built to interrupt excessive DC current, helping prevent damage to conductors, fuses, inverters, and other critical components in your solar and DC-powered setups. By delivering reliable isolation when faults occur, it contributes to safer operation, reduced downtime, and easier system maintenance in busy industrial and commercial environments.

Why choose the GE CB-UPG-40-01

Choosing a GE solar DC circuit breaker means leaning on a familiar, trusted design philosophy that prioritizes dependable protection in DC applications. The 40A rating provides a clear protection threshold for mid-range solar DC feeds, while the specific solar DC design aligns with the needs of PV-driven power paths. This model is purpose-built for configurations that require straightforward installation in distribution panels and motor control centers without compromising safety or performance.

Specifications at a glance

• 40A
• Solar DC Circuit Breaker
• Panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment