Square D KAL36175 - 175 A, 600 V, 3-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

The Square D KAL36175 is a 175 A, 600 V, 3-pole molded-case circuit breaker designed to deliver dependable branch-circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and loadcenters. Its compact molded-case design helps you maximize panel space without compromising protection or reliability.

• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Provides stable, repeatable protection by responding to both overloads and short circuits, with quick, predictable trip behavior for multi-phase systems.
• 3-pole configuration: Essential for balanced three-phase circuits, enabling coordinated protection for motors and multi-wire branch circuits.
• Space-efficient design: Optimizes interior panel layout, making it easier to fit higher protection levels into existing enclosures.
• OEM-compatible: Built to pair with matching Square D loadcenters and panelboards, ensuring smooth substitutions and reliable long-term performance.
• Versatile applications: Well-suited for residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical protection needs, from lighting and receptacle circuits to small motor loads.

Technical snapshot

• Manufacturer: Square D
• Part number: KAL36175
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage rating: 175 A
• Voltage rating: 600 V
• Poles: 3
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Why this breaker matters

Choosing the Square D KAL36175 means pairing robust protection with practical panel efficiency. The thermal-magnetic trip mechanism minimizes nuisance trips while safeguarding conductors, devices, and connected equipment. Its compatibility with Square D panelboards helps you maintain consistent protection curves and simplifies future upgrades or expansions.

Real-world use cases

• Upgrading a residential or light commercial panel to support higher branch circuit loads without resizing the entire enclosure.
• Replacing a worn or failed 3-pole breaker in compatible Square D panelboards to restore dependable protection quickly.
• Protecting multi-phase equipment in small industrial setups, such as HVAC drives, compressors, and motors, where balanced 3-phase protection is critical.