Eaton 286522 PL6-B20/1 MCB 1P 20 A C Curve 6kA DIN Rail

The Eaton PL6-B20/1 is a single-pole miniature circuit breaker from the Eaton Moeller xPole series. Rated at 20 A with tripping characteristic B, it delivers a rated switching capacity of 6 kA per IEC/EN 60898-1, providing reliable overload and short-circuit protection in residential and commercial switchgear.

Technical specifications:

• Model code: PL6-B20/1
• Catalog number: 286522
• Manufacturer: Eaton
• EAN: 4015082865221
• Number of poles: 1 (single-pole)
• Tripping characteristic: B
• Rated current (In): 20 A
• Rated switching capacity (IEC/EN 60898-1): 6 kA
• Rated operational voltage (UE): 230 V AC
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 440 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 4 kV
• Voltage type: AC, 50/60 Hz
• Current limiting class: 3
• Overvoltage category: III
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Pollution degree: 2
• Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
• Connectable conductor cross section: 1-25 mm² (solid-core and multi-wired)
• Width in modular spacings: 1
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 17.7 x 73 x 85 mm
• Built-in depth: 70.5 mm
• Weight: 0.12 kg
• Power loss: 3.3 W
• Compliances: RoHS conform

Features and benefits:

• 6 kA rated switching capacity at both 230 V and 400 V satisfies IEC/EN 60898-1 for dependable fault clearance
• Characteristic B tripping curve suited to resistive loads and circuits with low inrush currents
• Single-module 17.7 mm width allows compact installation on standard DIN rail
• Wide operating range of -25 °C to +75 °C; current carrying capacity reduces linearly by 0.5% per 1 °C rise above rated temperature
• Accepts 1-25 mm² solid-core and multi-wired conductors for flexible wiring configurations

Applications:

• Final circuit protection in residential distribution boards and consumer units
• Commercial building switchgear and sub-distribution panels
• Lighting and socket outlet circuit protection
• Office, retail, and light commercial electrical installations

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

Also known as: Eaton PL6-B20/1, Eaton 286522, Eaton catalog 286522, Eaton model PL6-B20/1, Eaton xPole MCB 20A type B.