Circuit Breaker Schneider Electric WDE002026 16A 1P C-curve for residential and commercial panels

Schneider Electric WDE002026 is a single-pole 16A C-curve circuit breaker designed for residential and light-commercial electrical distribution panels. It provides thermal-magnetic protection against overloads and short circuits for lighting circuits, socket outlets and small appliances. The compact DIN-rail housing and standardized footprint make it suitable for straightforward integration into distribution boards where reliable daily protection and rapid fault isolation are required.

Advantages

The C-curve tripping characteristic offers a balance between nuisance tripping and selective protection for circuits with moderate inrush currents, such as LED lighting and small motors. As a single-pole 16A device, it conserves panel space while delivering consistent thermal and magnetic response to abnormal currents. The DIN-rail form factor supports rapid installation and replacement, and the device is intended to work within common residential and commercial wiring systems for predictable protection performance.

Suitable for

• Protection of lighting circuits in homes and offices
• Socket outlet circuits supplying small appliances and electronics
• Small motor loads and circuits with moderate inrush currents
• Retrofit or new installation in standard DIN-rail distribution boards

Key specifications

• Poles: single-pole (1P)
• Rated current: 16 A
• Tripping characteristic: C-curve (thermal-magnetic)
• Mounting: DIN-rail compatible housing
• Primary function: overcurrent protection (overload and short-circuit)
• Typical application: residential and light-commercial circuits (lighting, sockets)

How to use

Install the circuit breaker on a standard DIN rail inside the distribution board, ensuring the panel is de-energized prior to work. Connect the phase conductor to the breaker’s live terminal and the load conductor to the outgoing terminal, observing correct torque for terminal screws and ensuring secure, clean conductor terminations. After installation, switch the breaker on and perform circuit checks to verify proper operation; test under controlled conditions and confirm coordination with upstream protection devices if applicable.

Usage recommendations

Use this 16A C-curve breaker where circuits require protection from overloads and short circuits while accommodating moderate inrush currents. Verify conductor sizes, tightening torques and system voltage compatibility before installation. For circuits with high inrush or motor-starting demands, consider coordination with upstream devices or a different tripping curve as required by local electrical practices.