Wadsworth A-20 40U Twin Circuit Breaker Assembly

Description:

The Wadsworth A-20 40U Twin Circuit Breaker is used in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical distribution systems to provide overcurrent and short-circuit protection for multiple branch circuits within a single breaker space. Commonly installed in Wadsworth load centers and panelboards where panel space is limited and additional circuit capacity is required. Electricians, maintenance personnel, and facility managers use this twin breaker for panel upgrades, circuit additions, and replacement of existing Wadsworth protective devices.

Applications:

The Wadsworth A-20 40U Twin Circuit Breaker is commonly used in electrical distribution environments including residential service panels, commercial electrical systems, branch circuit protection applications, lighting circuits, receptacle circuits, HVAC equipment, and facility maintenance projects where reliable overcurrent protection and efficient panel space utilization are essential.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Wadsworth
• Part Number: A-20 40U
• Product Type: Twin Circuit Breaker
• Function: Overcurrent and Short Circuit Protection
• Rated Current: 20/40 Amps
• Number of Poles: 2 Pole Twin Configuration
• Rated Voltage: 120/240 VAC
• Circuit Breaker Type: Thermal Magnetic
• Configuration: Space-Saving Twin Breaker
• Application: Branch Circuit Protection
• Mounting Type: Panel Mounted
• Trip Type: Automatic Trip Resettable Breaker
• Frequency Rating: 50/60 Hz
• Interrupting Function: Short Circuit and Overload Protection
• Compatible Panel Type: Wadsworth Load Centers
• Construction Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
• OEM Replacement Style: Yes
• Designed For: Residential, Commercial, and Light Industrial Electrical Systems
• Application Type: Electrical Distribution and Protection
• Service Use: Replacement of Existing Circuit Breakers

Common Replacements:

• Connecticut Electric UBIW2040 Replacement Breaker
• Eaton BR Series Circuit Breakers (application dependent)
• Siemens Q Series Circuit Breakers (application dependent)