Phoenix Contact TCP 2A Circuit Breaker

USD 29.10

Pluggable 1-channel thermal device rated for 250VAC/72VDC at 2A. Fits vehicle flat-type fuse terminal blocks, offering instant manual reset capabilities.

SKU Phoenix-0712217 Category
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Phoenix Contact TCP 2A Circuit Breaker

Model Identifier TCP 2A
Official Part Number 0712217
GTIN Standard 4017918848361

Technical Overview

The Phoenix Contact 0712217 (TCP 2A) is a high-performance 1-channel thermal device miniature circuit breaker engineered for reliable overcurrent protection. Designed to safeguard electrical loads up to 250V AC or 72V DC, this unit features a strict 2A nominal current rating and operates primarily via a precise thermal tripping mechanism. It boasts a highly space-efficient, pluggable design that interfaces directly with vehicle flat-type fuse terminal blocks (such as the UK 6-FSI/C and ST 4-FSI/C). By integrating a manual device switch, it enables instantaneous reactivation and system isolation without the need for part replacements, significantly minimizing machine downtime. Built for demanding industrial environments, the breaker features an IP40-rated actuation area and operates securely across a temperature range of -20°C to 60°C.

Key Features

  • Reliable thermal overcurrent protection for 2A loads.
  • Integrated switch function for safe, immediate system disconnection and recommissioning.
  • Pluggable footprint fits directly into standard vehicle flat-type fuse blocks.
  • Compact 8.2mm width maximizes density on DIN rail terminal arrays.
  • Eliminates inventory management and downtime associated with blown fuse replacement.

Integrated thermal reset switch eliminates replacement downtime by allowing instant fault recovery in standard flat-type fuse profiles.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Rated Current2 A
Rated Voltage250 V AC / 72 V DC
Tripping MethodThermal
Degree of ProtectionIP40 (Actuation Area)
Operating Temperature-20 °C to 60 °C
Connection MethodPluggable
Internal Device Resistance0.25 Ω

Industrial Applications

1. Control Panel Automation Protection

Overload protection for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), small relays, and HMI units where rapid reset without part replacement is required.

Problem Solved

Minimizes machine downtime by allowing operators to simply reset the breaker manually instead of searching for replacement flat-type fuses after current spikes.

Control CabinetPLC ProtectionHMI OverloadThermal Reset250V AC

2. Industrial Lighting Systems

Safeguards secondary DC and AC circuits supplying machine vision illumination or enclosure internal lighting circuits.

Problem Solved

Prevents thermal damage to lighting systems drawing up to 2A, securely isolating faults locally without tripping upstream main cabinet breakers.

Machine VisionLED LightingLocal Fault Isolation72V DCMiniature Breaker

3. Automotive Manufacturing Test Rigs

Circuit protection on 24V/48V/72V test benches that standardizes on automotive vehicle flat-type fuse slots for component evaluation.

Problem Solved

Easily retrofits into testing environments using standard terminal blocks (like the UK 6-FSI/C) to seamlessly upgrade traditional fusing to resettable breaker technology.

Test RigsAutomotiveVehicle FusesFlat-type pluggableDC Power Distribution

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