{"product_id":"schneider-electric-bdl26040","title":"Schneider Electric BDL26040 40A 2-Pole 347 V Circuit Breaker Potential Transformer","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Schneider Electric BDL26040 — a 40 A, 2-pole circuit breaker with an integrated potential transformer, engineered to deliver dependable protection and precise metering in demanding electrical panels. This isn’t a generic breaker; it’s a purpose-built solution for modern distribution networks where monitoring data and rapid fault isolation go hand in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned for commercial and light-industrial environments, the BDL26040 combines robust protection with measurement-ready capability. The built-in potential transformer provides a direct, accurate sensing signal for meters and protection relays, reducing wiring complexity and speeding up commissioning in new or retrofit panels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey features and benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated potential transformer for metering and sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e obtain reliable voltage samples right at the breaker, enabling seamless connection to energy meters and relay logic without extra external CTs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 A current rating, 2-pole construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e protects two conductors, supports balanced loading, and simplifies coordination with upstream protection devices.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e347 V voltage rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e optimally suited for common 480Y\/277 V commercial installations and other 347 V class systems, ensuring compatibility across a wide range of facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, dependable Schneider Electric design:\u003c\/strong\u003e part of a trusted protection portfolio, ensuring reliability and straightforward integration with Schneider panels and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreamlined installation and maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e fewer components to wire and fewer potential fault points, helping reduce commissioning time and ongoing servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIdeal use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew or retrofit electrical panels in offices, data centers, and light industrial facilities where metering visibility is essential for energy management and demand response programs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeeder protection for transformers or critical circuits where a built-in sensing path simplifies relay coordination and protection schemes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace-constrained distribution environments that benefit from a reduced wiring footprint without sacrificing monitoring capability.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSystems operating at 347 V nominal voltage, providing straightforward integration with common commercial power architectures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BDL26040\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schneider Electric\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 347 V\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circuit breaker with integrated potential transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePractical considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfirm compatibility with your panel and protection scheme to ensure the integrated transformer aligns with your metering and relay inputs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlan wiring routes to connect the potential transformer secondary to metering or relay devices, minimizing loop area and ensuring clean signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow installer guidance for torque values and auxiliary connections to maintain reliability over the device’s service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Schneider Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46423132602530,"sku":"BDL26040","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/schneider-electric-bdl26040-40a-2-pole-347-v-circuit-breaker-898.webp?v=1789273603","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/schneider-electric-bdl26040","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}