GE TED134040WL - 40 A, 480 V, 3-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Engineered for reliable overcurrent and short-circuit protection, the GE TED134040WL is a 3-pole molded case circuit breaker rated at 40A and 480V. Designed for use in panelboards and load centers, it provides robust protection across residential, commercial, and light industrial environments.

Key Features

• Compact molded case design minimizes footprint and frees panel space, enabling denser, cleaner electrical layouts.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit delivers stable, repeatable protection for both gradual heat buildup and instantaneous short-circuit events.
• 3-pole configuration protects all three phases in a 4-wire system, ensuring balanced protection for 3-phase equipment.
• OEM-compatible seamless integration with GE and other matching OEM load centers and panelboards.
• Versatile applications suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial circuits requiring 40A at 480V.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: GE
• Part Number: TED134040WL
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage Rating: 40A
• Voltage Rating: 480V
• Number of Poles: 3
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Use Cases and Benefits

Ideal for protecting distribution panels in 3-phase commercial spaces, small industrial setups, and multi-branch residential installations where a 40A circuit feeds equipment such as motors, HVAC controllers, feeder circuits, or lighting chases powered from a 480V distribution network. The unit’s compact size makes it easier to fit into crowded panelboards, while the thermal-magnetic trip ensures predictable response, reducing nuisance trips while still safeguarding circuits. By choosing a GE TED134040WL, you align with a proven protection device designed to work within OEM panel ecosystems, simplifying maintenance and future panel upgrades.

Installation and Compatibility Tips

• Verify panelboard compatibility with GE or matching OEM load centers before installation to ensure mounting alignment and terminations are correct.
• Use in 3-phase, 4-wire systems where a 40A protective device is required for branch circuits feeding motors, transformers, or controlled loads at 480V.
• Follow standard electrical codes for overcurrent protection, wiring sizing, and enclosure clearance to maintain safe operation and ease of future service.