{"product_id":"timeguard-tx2345c-45a-6ka-type-c-curve-mcb","title":"Timeguard TX2345C 45A 6KA Type C Curve MCB","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimeguard TX2345C 45A C-curve MCB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides overload and short-circuit protection for an individual electrical circuit. Designed for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimeguard TX series consumer units\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this single-pole miniature circuit breaker combines a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6kA breaking capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a compact one-module housing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is an option for electricians selecting a protective device for a compatible installation or replacing an existing breaker where the circuit requires 45A C-curve protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy the C-curve characteristic matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA C-curve MCB has a higher instantaneous magnetic operating threshold than an equivalent B-curve breaker. This can accommodate brief starting currents where the connected equipment and circuit design support its use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rated current remains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Choosing C-curve does not increase the circuit’s permitted continuous load. Cable protection, equipment starting characteristics and the fault current needed to achieve the required disconnection time must all be checked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerminals designed to help prevent incorrect insertion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe terminal cages incorporate blanking plates that help prevent a cable or busbar from being positioned outside the clamp. Maximum terminal capacity is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25mm²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a manufacturer-specified tightening torque of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5Nm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA contact position indicator provides a visible indication of contact status. The breaker can also be removed without removing the busbar, helping with maintenance once the assembly has been safely isolated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timeguard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57736611791223,"sku":"TX2345C","price":2.47,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8927\/2802\/files\/timeguard-tx-series-tx2345c-45a-c-curve-6ka-single-pole-mcb-front-product-view.webp?v=1794399111","url":"https:\/\/www.electricalsonline.co.uk\/products\/timeguard-tx2345c-45a-6ka-type-c-curve-mcb","provider":"Electricals Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}