Chint EBG-1P-B16 16A single pole Type B miniature circuit breaker with 6kA breaking capacity for overload and short circuit protection in electrical installations.
£4.55
The Chint EBG-1P-B16 is a dependable single pole Type B miniature circuit breaker (MCB) engineered to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits in residential, commercial and light industrial installations. Part of the trusted Chint EBG Series, it combines reliable protection, compact dimensions and straightforward installation for modern electrical distribution systems.
With a 16A current rating, Type B tripping characteristic and a 6kA short circuit breaking capacity, the EBG-1P-B16 is ideally suited to lighting circuits, socket circuits and other general-purpose electrical loads. Its compact DIN rail mounted design allows quick installation within consumer units, distribution boards and control panels.
Manufactured in accordance with IEC 60898, the Chint EBG Series delivers long-term circuit protection while helping safeguard cables, equipment and connected devices. The robust switching mechanism and high-quality construction ensure reliable performance throughout the product's service life.
The Chint EBG-1P-B16 continuously monitors electrical current and automatically disconnects the circuit if overload or short circuit conditions occur. This helps prevent damage to wiring, electrical equipment and connected appliances while improving overall installation safety.
Its Type B trip characteristic makes it particularly suitable for circuits supplying lighting, socket outlets and other standard electrical loads where moderate inrush currents are expected.
| Current | 16 A |
|---|---|
| Phase | Single Phase |
| Manufacturer | Chint |
| Series | EBG Series |
| Model | EBG-1P-B16 |
| Product type | Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) |
| Current rating | 16A |
| Number of poles | 1 Pole |
| Tripping curve | Type B |
| Breaking capacity | 6kA |
| Rated voltage | 230/400V AC |
| Frequency | 50 / 60Hz |
| Mounting type | DIN rail |
| Standard | IEC 60898 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 80 × 18 × 67 mm |
The EBG-1P-B16 protects electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits by automatically disconnecting the electrical supply whenever a fault is detected.
Type B circuit breakers trip between approximately 3 and 5 times their rated current, making them suitable for lighting circuits, socket outlets and most general electrical installations.
This miniature circuit breaker has a 16A current rating.
The Chint EBG-1P-B16 has a 6kA breaking capacity, allowing it to safely interrupt high fault currents.
It is designed for DIN rail installation inside consumer units, distribution boards and electrical control panels.
Chint EBG Series miniature circuit breakers are widely trusted by electricians, panel builders and maintenance engineers for dependable overload and short circuit protection across a broad range of electrical installations.
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