{"product_id":"zinsco-rc38-40-u-40a-240v-2p","title":"ZINSCO RC38-40 U 40A 240V 2P","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nq8ynu\" data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"464\"\u003eThe Zinsco RC38-40 U is a molded case\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/safety-components\"\u003e circuit breaker\u003c\/a\u003e designed for residential and light commercial electrical panels. It provides overcurrent protection by disconnecting power during overloads or short circuits. This breaker is specifically built for Zinsco load centers and is commonly used as a replacement component in legacy electrical systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"plkbhx\" data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"485\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eThe Zinsco RC38-40 breaker is used in older residential and commercial panels to protect circuits feeding large loads such as HVAC systems, water heaters, and appliances. It is typically installed in Zinsco panels where compatibility with the original bus design is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"68ulmp\" data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): RC38-40 \/ RC3840 \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e• Product Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker\u003cbr data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e• Poles: 2-pole \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e• Rated Current: 40 Amps \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e• Rated Voltage: 120\/240 V AC \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Plug-in (Zinsco panel compatible) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e• Breaker Type: Thermal-magnetic\u003cbr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e• Design: Thin\/tandem style (RC38 frame) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Application: Branch circuit protection in Zinsco load centers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fo6b20\" data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eNotes (important):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e• Zinsco breakers are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eobsolete and no longer manufactured\u003c\/strong\u003e; most available units are refurbished or aftermarket replacements \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003e• Many electricians recommend panel replacement due to known reliability concerns with Zinsco equipment \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ln9bp8\" data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eConnecticut Electric UBIZ0240 Replacement Breaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (modern Zinsco-compatible replacement)\u003cbr data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e• \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eConnecticut Electric VPKUBIF0240 Breaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (aftermarket retrofit option)\u003cbr data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e• Full panel upgrade (Siemens, Eaton, Square D) for long-term reliability\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZINSCO","offers":[{"title":"Used Surplus - Excellent Condition","offer_id":51734978593070,"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_8ddfd42e-a1f8-404a-8b08-1dde3c7e0d0e.jpg?v=1770607978","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/zinsco-rc38-40-u-40a-240v-2p","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}