Eaton 286598 PL6-C6/3 MCB 3P 6 A C Curve 6kA DIN Rail

The Eaton PL6-C6/3 is a 3-pole miniature circuit breaker from the Moeller series xPole PL6 range, providing overcurrent and short-circuit protection in residential and commercial switchgear. With tripping characteristic C and a rated current of 6 A, it offers reliable protection for branch circuits. The device delivers a rated switching capacity of 6 kA to IEC/EN 60898-1, suitable for demanding distribution applications up to 400 V AC.

Technical specifications:

• Model code: PL6-C6/3
• Catalog number: 286598
• Manufacturer: Eaton
• EAN: 4015082865986
• Product type: MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker)
• Series: Moeller xPole PL6
• Number of poles: 3 (three-pole, all poles protected)
• Tripping characteristic: C
• Rated current (In): 6 A
• Rated operational voltage (Ue) max: 400 V AC
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 440 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 4 kV
• Rated switching capacity (IEC/EN 60898-1): 6 kA
• Rated short-circuit breaking capacity (ICN at 230 V): 6 kA
• Rated short-circuit breaking capacity (ICN at 400 V): 6 kA
• Current limiting class: 3
• Overvoltage category: III
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Pollution degree: 2
• Frequency rating: 50/60 Hz
• Connectable conductor cross-section (solid-core): 1 - 25 mm²
• Connectable conductor cross-section (multi-wired): 1 - 25 mm²
• Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 73 x 53.1 x 85 mm
• Width: 3 modular spacings
• Built-in depth: 70.5 mm
• Weight: 0.36 kg
• Equipment heat dissipation (current-dependent): 4.4 W
• Power loss: 3.6 W
• Compliances: RoHS conform

Features and benefits:

• 6 kA breaking capacity at both 230 V and 400 V ensures reliable fault clearance per IEC/EN 60898-1
• Current limiting class 3 reduces let-through energy, protecting downstream equipment during short-circuits
• Wide conductor connection range of 1 - 25 mm² supports flexible wiring in solid-core and multi-wired configurations
• Compatible with additional accessories within the PL6 system, enabling versatile panel configurations
• Wide operating temperature range from -25 °C to +75 °C suits varied installation environments
• RoHS compliant construction meets European environmental requirements

Applications:

• Branch circuit protection in residential consumer units and distribution boards
• Commercial building switchgear panels requiring overvoltage category III protection
• Three-phase distribution systems operating up to 400 V AC
• Industrial control enclosures where additional accessories and system expansion are needed
• xPole switchgear assemblies for residential and commercial installations

Compliant with IEC/EN 60898-1. Part of the Eaton Moeller xPole PL6 series of miniature circuit breakers.

Also known as: Eaton PL6-C6/3, Eaton 286598, Eaton catalog 286598, Eaton model PL6-C6/3, Eaton xPole 6A 3-pole MCB curve C.