Eaton 286518 PL6-B6/1 MCB 1P 6 A C Curve 6kA DIN Rail

The Eaton PL6-B6/1 is a single-pole miniature circuit breaker from the Eaton Moeller xPole series, designed for overcurrent protection in residential and commercial switchgear installations. It features tripping characteristic B, a rated current of 6 A, and a rated short-circuit breaking capacity of 6 kA per IEC/EN 60898-1.

Technical specifications:

• Model code: PL6-B6/1
• Catalog number: 286518
• Manufacturer: Eaton
• EAN: 4015082865184
• Number of poles: 1 (single-pole)
• Tripping characteristic: B
• Rated current (In): 6 A
• Rated short-circuit breaking capacity (Icn) at 230 V / 400 V: 6 kA
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 440 V
• Rated operational voltage (Ue) max: 230 V AC
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 4 kV
• Current limiting class: 3
• Overvoltage category: III
• Pollution degree: 2
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
• Connectable conductor cross section (solid-core and multi-wired): 1 - 25 mm²
• Width: 1 modular spacing (17.7 mm)
• Dimensions (depth x height x width): 85 x 73 x 17.7 mm
• Built-in depth: 70.5 mm
• Weight: 0.12 kg
• Power loss: 1.8 W
• Compliance: RoHS

Features and benefits:

• Characteristic B tripping curve provides reliable protection for resistive and slightly inductive loads such as lighting and socket circuits
• 6 kA breaking capacity at both 230 V and 400 V meets IEC/EN 60898-1 for residential and commercial panels
• Current limiting class 3 minimises let-through energy during short-circuit events
• Wide operating temperature range of -25 °C to +75 °C suits diverse installation environments
• Compact single-module width (17.7 mm) maximises DIN rail density in space-limited enclosures
• Compatible with additional xPole accessories for expanded system functionality

Applications:

• Final circuit protection in residential distribution boards and consumer units
• Commercial building switchgear panels and sub-distribution boards
• Lighting and socket-outlet circuits in offices and retail premises
• DIN rail installations requiring compact single-pole overcurrent protection
• Switchgear assemblies in residential and commercial building services

Compliant with IEC/EN 60898-1. Part of the Eaton Moeller xPole switchgear range for residential and commercial applications.

Also known as: Eaton PL6-B6/1, Eaton 286518, Eaton catalog 286518, Eaton model PL6-B6/1, Eaton xPole MCB 6A B-curve, Moeller PL6 6A single-pole MCB.