{"product_id":"zinsco-r38-rc38-twin-2-pole-40-amp-120-v-circuit-breaker-ak","title":"Zinsco R38 RC38 twin 2 pole 40 Amp 120 V Circuit Breaker AK","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nq8ynu\" data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eThe Zinsco R38 \/ RC38 is a twin 2-pole 40 amp\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/safety-components\"\u003e circuit breaker\u003c\/a\u003e designed for residential and light commercial electrical distribution systems. It provides overcurrent protection for 120\/240V circuits and is commonly installed in Zinsco panelboards. This breaker allows efficient use of panel space while protecting wiring and equipment from overload and short circuit conditions. Electricians use this breaker for maintenance, panel upgrades, and replacement of legacy Zinsco components. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"plkbhx\" data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eThe Zinsco twin 2-pole circuit breakers are commonly used in residential and light commercial electrical panels where reliable overcurrent protection and space efficiency are required. Typical applications include branch circuit protection, panelboard upgrades, and electrical distribution systems where legacy Zinsco panels are still in service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): R38 \/ RC38 \/ RC38-40\u003cbr data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e• Brand: Zinsco\u003cbr data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e• Product Type: Tandem \/ Twin Circuit Breaker\u003cbr data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e• Amperage: 40A\u003cbr data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003e• Voltage Rating: 120\/240V\u003cbr data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e• Poles: 2-Pole\u003cbr data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Plug-in (panel mount)\u003cbr data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e• Protection Type: Thermal-magnetic (overload + short circuit) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e• Configuration: Twin breaker (two circuits in one slot) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e• Application: Branch circuit protection\u003cbr data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e• Compatibility: Zinsco \/ Sylvania panelboards\u003cbr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e• Status: Discontinued \/ legacy equipment \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ln9bp8\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e• Connecticut Electric UBIZ0240\u003cbr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e• Siemens \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/siemens-nsb-q240-miniature-circuit-breakers-mcbs-2p-40a-ea?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=78f98b74e\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eQ240 \u003c\/a\u003e(panel dependent)\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e• Eaton \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/cutler-hammer-br240-n-40a-240v-2p-aic-k?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=826d41fd0\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBR240 \u003c\/a\u003e(panel dependent)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zinsco","offers":[{"title":"Used Surplus - Excellent Condition","offer_id":51734982754606,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_3e493a3a-0f51-421e-a59b-6d2b245223c2.jpg?v=1770607992","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/zinsco-r38-rc38-twin-2-pole-40-amp-120-v-circuit-breaker-ak","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}