Description
- Model & Brand: General Electric (GE) / Spectra RMS Series (Catalog No. SELA36AT0150 / Type SELA Molded Case Circuit Breaker)
- Physical Dimensions: Standard Spectra SE150 frame profile (Approx. 160 mm × 105 mm × 86 mm / 6.31″ × 4.12″ × 3.38″ HxWxD layout)
- Estimated Shipping Weight: 2.45 kg (Packaged in multi-layer anti-static packaging and structural industrial foam crating)
- What’s in the Box: SELA circuit breaker frame, interchangeable solid-state RMS trip unit with LSI functions, rating plug, terminal shielding barriers, and factory test verification sheet.
Industrial power distribution systems, motor control centers, and commercial switchgear assemblies require robust overcurrent protection devices capable of handling high fault currents while offering precise selective coordination. System engineers integrate the General Electric SELA36AT0150 Molded Case Circuit Breaker directly into main distribution panels or sub-feeders to provide reliable overload, short-circuit, and ground fault protection across three-phase 600V distribution architectures (—which is vital for isolating faulted zones quickly, preventing catastrophic equipment damage, and maintaining uptime across continuous industrial operations).
Electrical technicians must ensure correct bolt-on mounting torque and proper cable lug termination to prevent high-resistance joints and localized overheating during full-load operations.
| Parameter | Value |
| System Platform | General Electric Spectra RMS Molded Case Circuit Breaker System |
| Frame Type | Type SELA (SE150 Frame Family) |
| Current Rating (I_n) | 150 Amperes |
| Voltage Rating | Up to 600 VAC, 3-phase |
| Interrupting Rating (AIC) | 65 kA at 480 VAC |
| Trip Unit Technology | Digital, solid-state RMS sensing with field-installable rating plug |
| Trip Functions | LSI (Long-Time, Short-Time, and Instantaneous adjustments) |
| Connection Type | Bolt-on line/load configuration (suitable for reverse-fed applications) |
| Operating Temperature | Standard industrial ambient rating (-20°C to +70°C enclosure compensated) |
Auditors inspecting electrical switchrooms and power control protection matrices demand rigorous documentation verifying electrical safety, interruption ratings, and international compliance standards.
- UL Listed (UL 489): Confirms compliance with North American standards for molded-case circuit breakers and power distribution equipment.
- CSA Certified: Validates Canadian industrial safety and performance requirements.
- IEC 60947-2 Standard: Complies with international specifications for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear circuit breakers.
- RoHS Compliance: Restricts hazardous chemical substances in electronic component manufacturing.
Compliance Note: Compliance with UL 489 and NEC standards guarantees that electronic trip units maintain thermal stability and trip curve accuracy under severe electrical faults. Verify specific coordination studies and arc-flash label parameters with an electrical engineer prior to facility audits.
Dormant circuit breakers stored in warehouse stockroom bins face terminal oxidation on copper stabs, moisture ingress in solid-state trip units, and mechanical latch stiction if environmental parameters escape strict control limits.
Keep the circuit breaker sealed tightly inside its original packaging or anti-static moisture-barrier bag to safeguard internal digital microprocessors and current sensors from dust and particulate accumulation. Maintain warehouse storage temperatures between -40°C and +85°C with relative humidity kept strictly below 95% non-condensing to prevent micro-corrosion on internal terminals and contacts. Ensure the hardware remains protected from heavy physical drop forces that could fracture the molded insulating case or damage the front-mounted rating plug.
Busbar alignment and precise terminal torque specifications dictate physical installation success in switchgear panels. Ensure all upstream power feeds are completely locked out and tagged out (LOTO) and verified dead using a calibrated multimeter prior to handling. Bolt the SELA breaker securely onto the mounting base or bus stack, torque all line and load cable/busbar connections to factory-specified foot-pounds, and verify trip unit settings prior to energization.
- What is the correct HS Tariff Code for international customs clearance?Electrical circuit breakers and apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits classify under harmonized code 8535.21 or 8536.20 (depending on voltage tier), though exact regional rulings should be verified with your broker.
- Does the digital trip unit require pre-set configurations?Yes, the SELA36AT0150 utilizes an interchangeable solid-state RMS trip unit and front-mounted rating plug; long-time, short-time, and instantaneous pickup dials must be set according to the facility’s coordinated selective protection study.
- How does the Country of Origin (COO) impact global trade compliance?The verified COO dictates trade agreement qualification and must match commercial shipping paperwork to eliminate border customs clearance delays.
- Why is comprehensive transit insurance mandatory for this component?Heavy molded resin casings, internal copper shunt assemblies, and sensitive electronic trip microprocessors can suffer structural stress or internal cracking under severe mechanical shock or drop impacts during freight transit.
