Are lugs for circuit breakers rated for compact aluminum conductors?
Issue:
Are Square D breaker lugs rated for use with compact aluminum wire?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers
Resolution:
Based on UL 486A-486B (paragraph 1.2), compact aluminum conductors (also referred to as "compacted" aluminum) may be used with Square D circuit breaker lugs rated for use with aluminum conductors. The AWG or kcmil rating of the lug must be observed.
Are Square D breaker lugs rated for use with compact aluminum wire?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers
Resolution:
Based on UL 486A-486B (paragraph 1.2), compact aluminum conductors (also referred to as "compacted" aluminum) may be used with Square D circuit breaker lugs rated for use with aluminum conductors. The AWG or kcmil rating of the lug must be observed.
Released for: Schneider Electric USA
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