AC 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker 20A | Safe & Reliable Protection

MCCB breaker buyers in Pakistan usually want one thing: a compact breaker that can handle more serious panel duty than a small MCB. This AC 3 pole molded case circuit breaker 20A is listed by CNC Electric Pakistan at Rs.4,900 and is positioned for industrial and commercial protection work. It suits three-phase feeder control, small motor panels, machine circuits, utility boards and commercial distribution points where a molded case format makes more sense than a miniature breaker.

This page is for the local 20A, 3-pole YCM1 sale listing. The buying logic is straightforward. If the job is no longer a light domestic final circuit and you want a stronger body, better isolation feel and MCCB-style protection logic, this is the category to look at. In Lahore panel shops, Faisalabad textile support work and Karachi plant service jobs, a small three-phase MCCB like this is often used where a normal DIN breaker feels too light for the board.

Key Features

• 3 pole molded case circuit breaker listed locally in a 20A version.
• Built for AC distribution and equipment protection in industrial and commercial boards.
• IEC 60947-2 context for MCCB class equipment.
• Compact body with stronger panel feel than a light miniature breaker.
• Useful for feeder circuits, machine panels and infrequent motor-start related protection duty.
• Can be mounted vertically or horizontally according to published YCM1 family notes.
• Suitable where buyers want a real MCCB format instead of stretching a 3P MCB into a job it was not meant for.

Technical Specifications

This description uses only live local sale-page data plus limited official YCM1 family notes where they clearly help the breaker class. Exact short-circuit values for this 20A local sale variant, full dimensions, terminal drawings, and accessory combinations are not clearly published on the local page and have not been guessed.

Product Range and Local Sale Context

This local page is not a broad selector with multiple amperes published in visible local pricing. It is a focused 20A sale listing. So the page is written around the exact local product first, while still explaining where a 20A 3-pole MCCB fits in the larger MCCB family.

Applications — Where to Use This AC MCCB 3 Pole 20A

A 20A three-pole MCCB makes sense where the circuit is clearly industrial or commercial in nature, but not so large that you need a much heavier frame. In Lahore, this kind of breaker fits compact machine panels, service boards and building-services feeders. In Faisalabad, it can make sense on smaller textile support equipment, control panels and auxiliary machine feeders. In Karachi, panel builders and service technicians often use small MCCBs where the client wants a more substantial molded-case device instead of stretching a DIN breaker into a harder job.

How to Choose the Right MCCB for This Job

The main decision is not just current. It is breaker category. If the job is small, final-circuit style, and a DIN miniature breaker is enough, use an MCB circuit breaker. If the board is industrial, the breaker body needs stronger isolation feel, and the feeder belongs in a molded-case protection category, a small MCCB is the better direction.

AC MCCB vs Alternatives — Why CNC?

What This Product Does NOT Protect Against

This product does not replace every other protection device in the panel. It does not provide earth-leakage protection like an RCBO / RCCB. It does not protect against voltage spikes like an SPD. It does not stabilize bad utility voltage like a voltage protector. It does not switch automatically between sources like an automatic transfer switch.

It is a molded case circuit breaker for the feeder or equipment circuit it is assigned to. Good panel design still needs the right coordination around it.

Installation Guide

1. Confirm the feeder current, load type and cable sizing before selecting the 20A MCCB.
2. Mount the breaker in a rigid, ventilated enclosure or panel board.
3. Use proper tightening practice and confirm phase sequencing and load routing before energizing.
4. Keep the MCCB coordinated with upstream and downstream devices so fault isolation remains sensible.
5. If the board includes motors, drives, or source transfer gear, review the rest of the protection chain rather than treating the MCCB as the only answer.

Related Products

AC MCCB Breakers is the main category for larger molded-case options. For smaller feeder jobs you may also compare AC Breakers, Circuit Breakers, Changeover Breakers, ATS, and RCBO & RCCB. For related panel planning, see Types of Circuit Breakers Guide, MCCB Guide, Changeover Breaker Guide, and SPD Full Form Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of this AC MCCB 3 pole 20A in Pakistan?

The live local sale page showed this AC 3 pole 20A MCCB at Rs.4,900 when checked.

Is this an MCB or an MCCB?

This is an MCCB. It belongs to the molded case circuit breaker category, which is generally used for heavier feeder and industrial/commercial board duty than a miniature breaker.

Can this MCCB be used for motor protection?

The published YCM1 family notes mention motor-related protection for infrequent starts, but in practice a proper motor-control setup should usually include a contactor and overload relay too.

Is this suitable for a three-phase panel?

Yes. It is a 3-pole breaker and is sold for AC three-phase molded-case protection duty.

What standard applies to this breaker class?

The YCM1 family is positioned under IEC 60947-2, which is the standard context for molded case circuit breakers.

Can I use this instead of an RCBO?

No. If leakage protection is the key requirement, use an RCBO or RCCB. An MCCB does not replace that protection function.

Where is a small 20A MCCB usually used in Pakistan?

Typical uses include smaller three-phase feeder panels, commercial service boards, machine-control feeders and compact industrial panel work in cities like Lahore, Faisalabad and Karachi.

Why would I choose this over a normal 3 pole MCB?

Choose it when the board belongs in the molded-case category and you want the stronger industrial breaker format, isolation feel and feeder-duty positioning of an MCCB rather than a light miniature breaker.

Buy this AC MCCB 3 Pole 20A from CNC Electric Pakistan at the live listed price of Rs.4,900, subject to current stock and site updates. For breaker selection help, panel coordination advice, and delivery support across Pakistan, WhatsApp 0326-1111376. Orders above Rs.10,000 qualify for free delivery, and the site banner currently states a 5-year replacement warranty on breakers.