Westinghouse FDB 14K Molded Case Circuit Breaker

Description:

The Westinghouse FDB 14K Industrial Circuit Breaker is a molded case circuit breaker designed to provide reliable overload and short-circuit protection in industrial and commercial power distribution systems. Commonly identified as an FDB/FD Series breaker, this unit features a 15 Amp current rating and is used to protect branch circuits, control panels, machinery, and electrical equipment. The breaker utilizes a thermal-magnetic trip mechanism for dependable fault protection and is suitable for applications up to 600 VAC.

Applications:

The Westinghouse FDB 15 Amp circuit breaker is commonly installed in motor control centers, switchboards, panelboards, industrial machinery, manufacturing facilities, and commercial electrical systems. It protects electrical circuits from overloads and short-circuit faults while providing safe manual disconnect capability for maintenance and service operations.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Westinghouse Electric Corporation
• Series: FDB / FD Series
• Product Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB)
• Current Rating: 15 Amps
• Trip Type: Thermal-Magnetic
• Voltage Rating: 600 VAC Maximum
• Frequency Rating: 50/60 Hz
• Pole Configuration: Available in 2-Pole and 3-Pole versions (model dependent)
• Interrupting Rating: 14 kA Class (FDB designation)
• Frame Type: F-Frame
• Function: Overload and short-circuit protection
• Mounting Type: Panelboard, switchgear, or MCC installation
• Application: Industrial and commercial power distribution systems
• Operating Environment: Industrial electrical applications
• Intended Use: Branch circuit, feeder, and equipment protection
• Performance Feature: Current-limiting fault protection with dependable thermal-magnetic tripping characteristics.

Common Replacements:

• Eaton FD Series 15A Circuit Breaker
• Siemens Sentron 15A Molded Case Circuit Breaker
• Schneider Electric PowerPact 15A Circuit Breaker