Circuit Breaker 1P C 16A AC Kanlux 23143

The Circuit Breaker 1P C 16A AC Kanlux 23143 is a single-pole miniature circuit breaker designed to protect AC installations from overloads and short circuits. With a C-type trip curve and a rated current of 16 A, this device is intended for use in residential and light commercial distribution boards. It mounts on a standard DIN rail and provides stable, repeatable tripping behavior suitable for general-purpose branch circuit protection.

Advantages

This single-pole breaker offers reliable overcurrent protection with a C characteristic that balances sensitivity to short-circuit events and tolerance for temporary inrush currents from motors and transformers. Its DIN-rail mounting enables easy installation and replacement in common distribution boards. The device is compact, contributing to efficient use of panel space while delivering consistent performance for everyday electrical circuits.

Suitable for

• Protection of lighting and socket circuits in homes and apartments
• Branch circuit protection in small offices and light commercial premises
• Feeder protection for single-phase AC circuits up to 16 A
• Applications where moderate inrush currents are expected (motors, pumps, small compressors)

When it may not be suitable

This breaker is not intended for three-phase installations or for circuits requiring residual-current protection; it provides only overcurrent and short-circuit protection on a single pole. It may not be suitable where coordinated protection with upstream devices is required for selective tripping or where higher continuous currents above 16 A are present. For heavy industrial loads or mains-side protection, devices with different characteristics and higher ratings should be considered.

Key specifications

• Poles: single-pole (1P)
• Tripping characteristic: C curve
• Rated current: 16 A
• Applicable to AC circuits
• Mounting: standard DIN rail
• Primary function: overcurrent and short-circuit protection

How to use

Install the breaker on a standard DIN rail inside a suitably rated distribution board, ensuring the supply is isolated before making connections. Connect the live conductor to the input terminal and the outgoing circuit conductor to the output terminal, tightening terminals to the manufacturer's recommended torque. Verify correct polarity and secure auxiliary wiring if used. After installation, restore supply and test operation by switching the breaker on and off, and by performing appropriate protection tests with suitable instruments according to local regulations.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm the required rated current and select 16 A only if it matches the circuit load and wiring capacity
• Ensure a C-type characteristic is appropriate for the loads on the circuit (motor inrush tolerance vs. sensitivity)
• Check compatibility with your distribution board's DIN-rail layout and available space
• Verify that single-pole protection is sufficient and that no additional residual-current protection is required

Usage recommendations

Use this breaker for single-phase branch circuits where moderate inrush currents occur and where a reliable, compact overcurrent device is needed. Periodically inspect connections for tightness and signs of overheating, and test the electrical installation according to applicable safety standards to ensure ongoing protection performance.