Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric C60BP 20 A Z Curve 1 Pole Circuit Breaker
Protects single-phase branch circuits up to 20 A with a Z-curve thermal-magnetic trip and 14 kA interrupting rating at 120/240 V AC
- TypeCircuit Breakers
- Z-curve trip prevents nuisance trips on inrush loads
- 14 kA interrupting rating handles high fault currents
- Single-pole DIN-rail mount fits standard panels
- Screw-clamp terminals accept 18 to 8 AWG wire
- UL 489 listed for branch circuit protection
Single-Pole Branch Protection
The Schneider Electric C60BP is a single-pole miniature circuit breaker rated at 20 A with a Z-curve thermal-magnetic trip. It is designed for branch-circuit protection on DIN-rail panels where precise, fast tripping safeguards sensitive electronic loads. The unit carries a UL 489 listing and a 14 kA interrupting rating at 120/240 V AC.
Z-Curve Trip Characteristic
The Z-curve response trips between 2 and 3 times the rated current, providing tighter overload discrimination than standard B or C curves. This behaviour reduces nuisance tripping on circuits with high inrush while still clearing faults quickly enough to protect semiconductor devices and control transformers. No additional accessories or software are bundled with the breaker itself.
Voltage Range and Conductor Limits
The breaker handles AC systems up to 480 V and DC circuits up to 60 V, with a 63 A frame size that gives headroom for co-ordination studies. Screw-clamp terminals accept conductors from 18 AWG to 8 AWG, allowing straightforward installation in compact panels. It is not suited for multi-pole applications or for loads that require a higher interrupting capacity than 14 kA.
Highlights
- Z-curve trip prevents nuisance trips on inrush loads
- 14 kA interrupting rating handles high fault currents
- Single-pole DIN-rail mount fits standard panels
- Screw-clamp terminals accept 18 to 8 AWG wire
- UL 489 listed for branch circuit protection
Specifications
| Brand | Schneider Electric |
|---|---|
| Type | Circuit Breakers |
Questions about this item
Will the thermal-magnetic trip unit or the screw-clamp terminals need periodic replacement?
The thermal-magnetic trip unit is sealed for the life of the breaker and the screw-clamp terminals accept 18 to 8 AWG conductors without ongoing maintenance.
What is the maximum prospective fault current the C60BP can interrupt at 240 V AC?
The interrupting rating is 14 kA at 120/240 V AC, so sustained fault currents above that level would exceed the breaker's limit.
How much heat does the 20 A Z-curve breaker dissipate when mounted on a DIN rail in a closed enclosure all day?
Normal operation at 20 A produces modest heat; the 0.71 in wide housing is designed for DIN-rail mounting with standard enclosure ventilation.
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