General Electric 286A8843P1 286A 3-Pole 600 V Circuit Breaker

Engineered by General Electric, the General Electric 286A8843P1 286A 3-Pole 600 V Circuit Breaker is built to safeguard demanding three-phase power systems with precise, dependable protection. Designed for high-current applications, this 3-pole device interrupts all three phases together, ensuring coordinated disconnection and reducing the risk of damage from shared fault conditions.

Key specifications and what they mean for you

• Part Number: 286A8843P1
• Current rating: 286 A — suitable for substantial loads and heavy-duty feeders
• Poles: 3 — provides three-phase protection with simultaneous trip
• Voltage rating: 600 V — designed for systems operating up to 600 V

Why this 3-Pole, 600 V breaker stands out

In environments where three-phase equipment drives motors and conveyors, reliable overcurrent protection isn’t optional — it’s essential. The General Electric 286A8843P1 delivers robust interrupting capability across all three legs, helping prevent wiring insulation damage, equipment burnouts, and unplanned downtime. Its 286 A rating makes it well-suited for mid-to-high current circuits, such as large motors, compressors, and heavy machinery feeders, giving you a clear protection boundary against overloads and short circuits.

Ideal use cases

• Three-phase motor circuits in manufacturing floors and machine shops
• Feeder protection for large HVAC equipment and industrial compressors
• Power distribution trunks where multiple heavy loads share a common bus
• Construction of resilient electrical rooms and service panels for heavy industry

Practical benefits you’ll notice

• Coordinated disconnection across all phases reduces fault energy and minimizes collateral damage
• Clear, high-current protection helps extend the life of wiring and connected equipment
• Designed to integrate into standard three-pole protections in industrial distributions

Tips for use and care

Ensure this breaker is deployed for circuits within its 286 A current rating and 600 V maximum, in systems that require reliable three-phase protection. For installation and replacement, refer to the equipment manual and follow appropriate safety protocols by qualified personnel. Maintain documentation of part number 286A8843P1 for easy future maintenance and stocking of spare parts.