ABB F204 AC-40/0.5 L four pole Type AC residual current circuit breaker with 40 A rated current and 500 mA residual operating current for commercial and industrial electrical protection.
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Why Choose the ABB F204 AC-40/0.5 L Residual Current Circuit Breaker?
The ABB F204 AC-40/0.5 L is a high-quality 4 pole residual current circuit breaker (RCCB) engineered to provide dependable protection against earth leakage faults in commercial, industrial and infrastructure electrical installations. As part of the trusted ABB F200 Series, it delivers reliable protection for personnel and electrical systems while helping installations comply with recognised international safety standards.
With a 40 A rated current and a 500 mA rated residual operating current, this RCCB is ideal for three-phase distribution systems requiring dependable earth fault and fire protection. The Type AC operating characteristic detects alternating sinusoidal residual currents, helping reduce the risk of electric shock and electrical fires caused by insulation failures.
The L variant features the neutral terminal positioned on the left, making it suitable for installations where this wiring arrangement is required. Its compact DIN rail design, robust construction and compatibility with ABB accessories make it an excellent choice for professional electrical installations.
Key Advantages
Reliable 4 pole RCCB for commercial and industrial installations.
40 A rated current for three-phase electrical distribution systems.
500 mA residual operating current for earth fault and fire protection.
Type AC protection for alternating sinusoidal residual currents.
Left-hand neutral terminal configuration for specific switchboard layouts.
Compact DIN rail mounting with ABB quality and long service life.
Key Features
ABB F200 Series RCCB.
40 A rated current.
500 mA rated residual operating current.
Type AC residual current detection.
4 pole configuration.
230 / 400 V AC rated operational voltage.
50 / 60 Hz operation.
Instantaneous tripping characteristic.
DIN rail mounting.
Screw terminal connections.
Reliable Earth Leakage Protection
Residual current circuit breakers continuously monitor the balance between outgoing and returning current. If an earth leakage fault occurs, the RCCB disconnects the supply almost instantly, helping protect personnel from electric shock while reducing the likelihood of electrical fires caused by insulation failure.
The ABB F200 Series is trusted worldwide for dependable residual current protection, robust construction and long operational life. The F204 AC-40/0.5 L is particularly suited to commercial and industrial installations requiring a left-hand neutral configuration.
It provides residual current protection by disconnecting the electrical supply when an earth leakage fault is detected, helping protect people and electrical installations.
What does the 40 A rating indicate?
The 40 A rating is the maximum continuous current the RCCB is designed to carry during normal operation.
What does the 500 mA residual operating current provide?
The 500 mA sensitivity is commonly specified for equipment and fire protection applications where higher residual current thresholds are required.
What does Type AC mean?
This RCCB detects alternating sinusoidal residual currents, making it suitable for standard AC electrical circuits.
What does the L designation mean?
The L designation indicates that the neutral terminal is positioned on the left-hand side to suit installations requiring this wiring arrangement.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
ABB F200 Series residual current circuit breakers are trusted by electricians, panel builders and industrial engineers worldwide for dependable earth leakage protection, robust construction and long-term operational reliability.
Current
40 A
Phase
Three Phase
Manufacturer
ABB
Series
F200 RCCB Series
Model
F204 AC-40/0.5 L
Product ID
2CSF204023R4400
Product type
Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB)
Rated current
40 A
Rated residual operating current
500 mA
Residual current type
Type AC
Rated operational voltage
230 / 400 V AC
Rated insulation voltage
500 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage
4 kV
Frequency
50 / 60 Hz
Number of poles
4
Operating characteristic
Instantaneous
Rated conditional short-circuit current
10 kA
Rated service short-circuit breaking capacity
1 kA
Maximum surge current
0.25 kA
Protection rating
IP2X
Mounting type
DIN rail
Neutral terminal position
Left
Dimensions (H × W × D)
85 × 70 × 69 mm
Weight
Approx. 0.36 kg
Standards
IEC/EN 61008
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