General Electrics TFK236070WL - 70 A, 3-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Meet the General Electrics TFK236070WL, a 70 Amp, 3-Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker designed to protect branch circuits in panelboards and load centers with reliability you can count on. Available from AmpState, this unit is built for seamless integration with your existing OEM equipment while keeping your panel compact and efficient.

Why this breaker stands out: a compact molded case design frees panel space without compromising protection, while a thermal-magnetic trip unit delivers stable, repeatable performance across voltage and temperature variations. The magnetic element responds rapidly to short circuits for swift interruption, and the thermal element handles sustained overloads, reducing nuisance trips and protecting sensitive equipment.

Key benefits at a glance

• 70 A, 3-pole configuration supports multi-wire or three-phase circuits, making it suitable for modern residential, commercial, and light industrial applications.
• Compact molded case design maximizes panel space and simplifies installation in tight enclosures.
• Thermal-magnetic protection provides dependable overcurrent and short-circuit safeguarding with repeatable trip characteristics.
• OEM-ready compatibility engineered to fit matching General Electrics load centers and panelboards for reliable, unified protection schemes.
• Versatile use cases from panel upgrades to new installations where a robust, space-efficient 3-pole solution is needed.

Technical snapshot

• Manufacturer: General Electrics
• Part Number: TFK236070WL
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage Rating: 70 A
• Number of Poles: 3
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Practical use cases

Planning a panel upgrade or a new installation where space is at a premium? This 70A 3-pole breaker is ideal for protecting three-phase or multi-wire circuits in panelboards and load centers. It’s well-suited for residential subpanels in workshops, commercial lighting and receptacle circuits, or small motor loads in light industrial setups. By pairing this breaker with compatible OEM panels, you maintain a consistent protection scheme, simplify future servicing, and ensure reliable interruption during fault conditions.

Installation and performance tips

Always install per the panel manufacturer’s guidance and local electrical codes. Confirm compatibility with your OEM load center model to ensure proper fit, labeling, and interrupting capacity. When replacing an older device, verify that the trip characteristics align with the circuit’s protection needs to prevent unnecessary trips while maintaining safety margins.