Description
The General Electric TFK236175 is a 175 Amp, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker designed for three-phase electrical systems. It provides reliable protection for circuits up to 600 VAC or 250 VDC. This breaker is compatible with GE A-Series panelboards, switchboards, motor control centers, and enclosures.
Technical Specifications
| Condition |
New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand |
General Electric / ABB |
| Category |
Circuit Breaker |
| Part Number |
TFK236175 |
| Subcategory |
Circuit Breaker |
| Series |
TFK |
| Poles |
3 |
| Current Rating |
175 Amp |
| Voltage Rating |
240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC, 250VDC |
| Phase |
Three-Phase |
| Trip Type |
Thermal-Magnetic |
| Trip Function |
Long-Time, Instantaneous |
| Trip Adjustability |
Fixed Thermal, Adjustable Magnetic |
| Mounting Type |
Bolt-On |
| Terminal Type |
Lugs |
| Wire Range |
4 AWG – 300 kcmil |
| Interrupting Rating |
25kA @ 240VAC, 22kA @ 480VAC, 18kA @ 600VAC, 10kA @ 250VDC |
| Optional Features |
Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch |
| Standards |
CSA C22.2 No. 5, NEMA AB 1, UL 489 |
| Approvals |
CSA, HACR, UL |
| Operating Temperature |
40°C |
| Construction Features |
HACR Rated, Interchangeable Trip Unit |
| Weight |
10 lbs |
Information About TFK236175
The TFK236175 is part of GE’s TFK series of molded case circuit breakers, engineered for industrial and commercial applications. It features bolt-on mounting with lug terminals for secure installation. The breaker uses a thermal-magnetic trip mechanism with long-time and instantaneous functionality and supports wire sizes from 4 AWG to 300 kcmil. Optional accessories include shunt trip, auxiliary switch, undervoltage release, and alarm switch for flexible installation.
Key Features:
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Series: TFK Series molded case breaker for industrial and commercial use.
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Poles: 3-pole configuration for three-phase systems.
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Current Rating: 175 Amp continuous load capacity.
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Voltage Rating: 240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC, 250VDC compatible.
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Mounting Style: Bolt-on for secure panel installation.
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Trip Mechanism: Thermal-magnetic for overload and short-circuit protection.
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Trip Function: Long-time and instantaneous (LI) with adjustable magnetic trip.
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Wire Range: 4 AWG – 300 kcmil.
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Optional Features: Shunt trip, auxiliary switch, undervoltage release, alarm switch.
The TFK236175 delivers the reliability and precision required for high-current industrial and commercial circuit protection.
