General Electric | TEL136040 | Circuit Breaker | 40A | 3-Pole | 600V | Bolt-On

General Electric TEL136040 circuit breaker delivers dependable protection for 3-phase systems with a compact bolt-on design. With a 40A current rating and a 600V capacity, this unit is tailored for maintenance, retrofit, and replacement projects where precise specifications and solid mechanical mounting matter.

Key specifications

• Amperage: 40A
• Poles: 3-Pole
• Voltage: 600V
• Mounting: Bolt-On

Why this TEL136040 matters for your electrical work

• Reliably protects three-phase circuits in commercial or light industrial panels that require a precise 40A, 3-pole, 600V bolt-on breaker.
• Bolt-On mounting provides solid, field-assembling installation with consistent alignment and secure termination, reducing after-install adjustments.
• Using the exact part number TEL136040 helps ensure compatibility with existing GE panels and replacement schedules, minimizing downtime and mismatches.
• Ideal for retrofit and replacement projects where maintaining the original electrical characteristics is critical to system performance.

Use cases and ideal applications

• Upgrading or replacing aging breakers in GE panels to restore reliable protection for three-phase feeders.
• Retrofits in manufacturing lines or equipment racks that rely on a 40A, 3-pole, 600V protection scheme.
• New installations within GE-compatible panels that specify bolt-on, 3-pole protection for 600V circuits.

Installation and compatibility notes

Before ordering, confirm fit and ratings to match your panel specifications. The part number TEL136040 is the best reference for compatibility, ensuring you’re selecting the exact GE circuit breaker required for your setup.