Schneider Electric MGNEA9A45D20 Miniature Circuit Breaker

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Compact 1P+N miniature circuit breaker featuring a 20A rating, D-curve tripping profile, 4.5kA breaking capacity, and a space-saving 18mm DIN-rail profile.

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Schneider Electric MGNEA9A45D20 Miniature Circuit Breaker

Model Identifier EA9A45 DPN D20A
Official Part Number MGNEA9A45D20
GTIN Standard NA

Technical Overview

Compact 1P+N miniature circuit breaker featuring a 20A rating, D-curve tripping profile, 4.5kA breaking capacity, and a space-saving 18mm DIN-rail profile.

Key Features

  • Simultaneous disconnection of phase and neutral lines (1P+N) for heightened safety during electrical faults.
  • Compact 18mm (2 x 9mm modules) single-pole housing design to optimize DIN-rail space within distribution enclosures.
  • D-curve thermal-magnetic tripping profile (10 to 14 times rated current) to ride through high-inrush startup currents.
  • Impressive electrical and mechanical durability designed to withstand up to 20,000 operating cycles.
  • Integrated clear contact position indication with visual toggle status (ON/OFF) on the front panel.
  • Tunnel terminal connection layout supporting rigid or flexible copper wires up to 16 mm².

20A, 230V AC, 1P+N Phase + Neutral Disconnection with 4.5kA Breaking Capacity

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Poles Description1P + N
Rated Current (In)20 A
Tripping CurveD Curve
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue)230 V AC 50 Hz
Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Icn)4.5 kA (conforming to IEC 60898-1 / GB 10963.1)
Rated Service Breaking Capacity (Ics)4.5 kA (100% Icn)
Magnetic Tripping Limit10...14 x In
Mechanical Durability20,000 cycles
Electrical Durability20,000 cycles
Mounting SupportDIN Rail (clip-on)
IP Degree of ProtectionIP20
Wiring Connection CapacityTunnel terminals up to 16 mm² (rigid or flexible)
Tightening Torque2.5 N.m
Operating Temperature Range-25°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature Range-40°C to +80°C
Physical Weight (kg)0.12
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)7.55 x 1.76 x 7.7

Industrial Applications

1. Small Inductive Motor and Pump Protection

Small single-phase industrial pump and ventilation motors generate high transient inrush currents upon startup. This MCB’s D-curve characteristic handles temporary current spikes up to 14 times the rated 20A without tripping, while ensuring solid overload protection during steady-state run periods.

Problem Solved

Eliminates nuisance tripping caused by high induction startup surges, while maintaining total protection against motor stator thermal overloads.

Motor Startup SurgeInductive LoadsD-Curve Tripping20A Circuit Protection

2. High-Inrush Commercial LED Driver Arrays

Modern LED lighting ballasts and commercial electronic power supplies exhibit significant capacitive inrush currents when energized. The D-curve profile safely absorbs the initial microsecond surge across terminal lighting loops rated up to 20A.

Problem Solved

Prevents upstream breaker tripping when switching on large commercial LED lighting arrays simultaneously.

Capacitive Inrush CurrentLED Lighting Ballast4.5kA Breaking CapacityTerminal Circuit Protection

3. Space-Constrained Terminal Distribution Panels

In dense residential and commercial DB panels, physical space is at a premium. The compact 1P+N design switches both active phase and neutral poles within an ultra-slim 18mm module width, doubling circuit density compared to traditional two-module standard breakers.

Problem Solved

Provides required double-pole isolation safety compliance in compact layouts where larger multi-module MCBs cannot fit.

1P+N Isolation18mm Space SavingDIN Rail MountingEnclosure Space Optimization
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