General Electrics TKMA836600WL - 600 A, 3-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

The General Electrics TKMA836600WL is a 600 A, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker engineered to provide dependable branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and load centers. Its compact form factor is designed to maximize panel space, making it a practical choice when upgrading existing boards or configuring new installations that demand robust three-phase protection.

Key features that matter in real-world electrical setups:

• 600 A, 3-pole configuration — Ideal for three-phase feeders and motor circuits, delivering reliable protection for commercial and light industrial loads.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit — Delivers stable, repeatable protection by automatically adjusting to ambient conditions and fault currents, helping prevent nuisance trips while still clearing faults quickly.
• Compact molded case design — Optimizes panel space without compromising protection or performance, simplifying panel layout in tighter installations.
• OEM panel compatibility — Designed to pair with matching General Electrics OEM load centers and panelboards, ensuring a seamless plug-in fit and coordinated protection strategy.
• Versatile applications — Suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial environments where dependable branch-circuit protection is essential.

Why this matters for your project

• Enhanced protection for critical loads — With a thermal-magnetic trip, the TKMA836600WL rapidly clears faults on short circuits while maintaining protection against gradual overloads, reducing the risk of equipment damage and downtime.
• Space-efficient solution — The compact MCCB design frees valuable panel space, which is often the deciding factor in retrofits or crowded installations.
• Peace of mind through compatibility — Using the TKMA836600WL with the corresponding OEM load centers simplifies sourcing, installation, and future maintenance, ensuring consistent performance across the protection system.

Ideal use scenarios

• Upgrading or expanding panelboards in commercial buildings where a robust 3-phase protection is required.
• Feeder protection for large three-phase motors and equipment in light industrial settings.
• Residential-commercial mixed installations needing a reliable, high-current circuit breaker with easy integration into pre-existing GE panel ecosystems.

Technical snapshot

• Part number: TKMA836600WL
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage rating: 600 A
• Number of poles: 3
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and load centers

If you’re planning a panel upgrade, service entrance modification, or a new build with three-phase loads, the General Electrics TKMA836600WL delivers dependable protection with a space-conscious design and straightforward OEM compatibility. It’s a practical, capable choice for professionals who value precise trip performance, reliable protection, and seamless integration into existing GE electrical systems.