Eaton UL489 DIN Rail Breaker Panel Circuit Protection

⚡Save space and simplify wiring with an Eaton UL489 DIN Rail breaker for compact control panels.

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Table Of Contents

Why UL-489 DIN Rail Breakers for Compact Panel Designs?
How Breaker DIN Rail Mount Speeds Up Installation, Service
Eaton DIN Rail Mount Breakers for Motors, Lighting, Electronics
UL-489 Breakers for Electrical Code Compliance
Quick Reference Chart for Eaton UL489 Breakers
What to Know About Eaton UL489 DIN Rail Breakers
Glossary of Terms
✅ Conclusion

Why UL-489 DIN Rail Breakers for Compact Panel Designs?

If you’re dealing with space-constrained control panels, the Eaton UL489 DIN Rail breaker is your go-to solution. These compact, miniature circuit breakers snap easily onto standard 35 mm DIN rails, saving time and simplifying wiring. Eaton’s U-489 DIN rail breakers give you space efficiency and the safety of UL-listed branch circuit protection

Not all DIN rail circuit breakers are created equal. Choosing a UL489-certified model from Eaton means your system meets branch circuit protection standards. That translates to user confidence in commercial, industrial, and export applications where reliability and compliance are important.

How Breaker DIN Rail Mount Speeds Up Installation, Service

Installing a breaker DIN rail style breaker reduces labor time and technician error. Eaton’s FAZ breakers snap securely onto the rail with captive screws and a trip-free toggle. This user-friendly design makes both initial installs and future maintenance straight-forward, adding efficiency and safety to your workflow.

Eaton’s UL489 for branch circuit protection give you rugged, field-proven protection with high interrupt capacity. They’re built for tough industrial environments, where reducing downtime and equipment damage is critical. The modular format and add-on accessories make customization easier and maintenance fast.

**Eaton UL 489 DIN rail miniature circuit breakers**

Eaton DIN Rail Mount Breakers for Motors, Lighting, Electronics

Whether you’re outfitting a new panel or replacing a breaker, Eaton’s DIN rail mount breakers are compact control panel breakers built to adapt. Their 1–4 pole range and trip curves mean they work for motors, lighting, or electronics. You get code-compliant, high-performance protection with a compact footprint.

Packing more protection into your DIN rail breaker box without sacrificing serviceability is easier with Eaton’s FAZ series. Their compact width, visual trip indicators, and support for shunt-trip modules let you build smarter, safer panels for any facility or OEM application.

UL-489 Breakers for Electrical Code Compliance

When you choose an Eaton DIN rail circuit breaker, you’re investing in flexibility, code compliance, and time savings. From the UL489 listing to wide trip curve options, these breakers are ready for your toughest jobs—and compliance inspectors will like it too.

Eaton DIN rail breakers simplify life for electrical professionals. Contractors appreciate quick installs and fewer callbacks. Distributors benefit from stocking a versatile product that works across applications. This adds up to satisfied customers and streamlined supply chains.

Quick Reference Chart for Eaton UL489 Breakers

Model	Poles	Amps	Trip Curve	UL489 Rating
FAZ-B2/1-NA	1	2 A	B	10 kAIC @ 480 VAC
FAZ-C6/2-NA-SP	2	6 A	C	10 kAIC @ 480 VAC
FAZ-D16/3-RT	3	16 A	D	10 kAIC @ 480 VAC
FAZ-C10/1-NA	1	10 A	C	10 kAIC @ 480 VAC
FAZ-B32/1-NA	1	32 A	B	10 kAIC @ 480 VAC
FAZ-C10-1-NA-SP	1	10 A	C	10kA@277V
FAZ-C1-1-NA-SP	1	1 A	C	277/480VAC

What to Know About Eaton UL489 DIN Rail Breakers

What is a UL489 DIN rail breaker?

It’s a circuit breaker certified for branch circuit protection, providing reliable safety and compliance for commercial and industrial use.

Can I use these breakers in residential panels?

Yes, UL489-listed DIN rail breakers are suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial branch circuit applications.

What are B, C, and D trip curves?

They indicate trip characteristics. B is for resistive loads (like lighting), C for mixed loads, and D for high inrush loads like motors.

Are these breakers easy to install?

Absolutely. Eaton’s DIN rail breakers snap onto standard 35mm rails and include features like captive screws and trip-free toggles.

Do these breakers work internationally?

Yes. UL489 and CSA certifications make them suitable for North American and global applications.

Can I add accessories like shunt-trips?

Yes, Eaton offers optional accessories like shunt-trip and auxiliary contact modules to enhance breaker functionality.

What current ratings are available?

Eaton UL489 DIN rail breakers are available from 0.5A to 63A, in 1- to 4-pole versions.

Glossary of Terms

UL489	A UL safety standard ensuring breakers can protect branch circuits.
DIN Rail	A metal rail used to mount circuit breakers and industrial control equipment.
Trip Curve	The time-current characteristic curve of a breaker (e.g., B, C, D).
Current-Limiting	Limits the energy let-through during a short circuit.
Thermal-Magnetic	Breaker mechanism that responds to both heat (overload) and magnetism (short circuit).
Trip-Free Toggle	Prevents the breaker from being held ON during a fault.
Pole	Refers to how many circuits a breaker protects.
Shunt-Trip	An optional add-on that allows remote tripping of the breaker.
Interrupting Capacity	The highest fault current the breaker can safely interrupt.
Auxiliary Contact	An accessory that signals breaker status to a control system.

✅ Conclusion

Choosing the right circuit breaker isn’t just about fitting the space — it’s about getting safety, reliability, and long-term performance. By understanding key terms like UL489, Trip Curve, and Interrupting Capacity, you’ll be ready to select breakers that protect your facility from outages and meet code requirements. If you have questions about specifying or sourcing circuit breakers for your application, our team is ready to help.

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