Industrial MP240240 40A 2-Pole 240 V Circuit Breaker

Meet the Industrial MP240240 40A 2-Pole 240 V Circuit Breaker — a purpose-built overcurrent protection device designed for demanding industrial panels and machinery. With a 40 amp current rating, two poles for simultaneous disconnect, and a 240 V operating range, it’s crafted to keep tough electrical circuits safe and running smoothly.

Key specifications

• Part Number: MP240240
• Current rating: 40 A
• Poles: 2
• Voltage rating: 240 V

Why this two-pole design matters

The 2-pole configuration ensures simultaneous disconnection of both hot conductors in a 240 V circuit. This enhances personal safety during servicing, provides more reliable motor and equipment protection, and helps prevent dangerous backfeed conditions in complex industrial panels.

Ideal use scenarios

• Motor control circuits powering industrial machinery and conveyors
• Feeder protection in control panels and distribution boards
• 240 V load centers and industrial equipment with dual-hot-line layouts

What it helps you achieve

By interrupting fault currents quickly and cleanly, the MP240240 minimizes insulation stress, reduces the risk of electrical fires, and limits equipment wear from overcurrent conditions. Its two-pole operation means safer maintenance and faster isolation of a problem circuit, helping keep production lines moving with less downtime.

Installation and compatibility

Designed for industrial panels and distribution boards that accept 2-pole 240 V breakers. Verify enclosure compatibility and follow local electrical codes during installation to ensure proper fit and safe operation.

Maintenance and practical tips

• Regularly inspect for signs of wear, overheating, or stuck tripping behavior and replace if necessary.
• Track trip history to identify upstream faults or imbalances in the protected circuit.
• Pair with appropriate 240 V loads and ensure wiring gauge aligns with 40 A protection to maintain system safety.

Who should consider the MP240240

• Electricians and panel builders assembling industrial control systems
• Maintenance teams safeguarding manufacturing equipment and heavy machinery
• Facilities managers overseeing 240 V distribution networks in warehouses or plants

For reliable, site-ready protection of 240 V circuits, the MP240240 40A 2-Pole Circuit Breaker delivers precise overcurrent protection with the robustness required by industrial environments.