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How does a shunt trip work

to trip a circuit breaker?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers

Environment:
Applies to all shunt trip accessories, whether
field or factory installed.

Resolution:
A shunt trip device is an optional accessory in a
circuit breaker that mechanically trips the
breaker when power is applied to the shunt trip
terminals. The power for the shunt trip does not
come from within the breaker, so it must be
supplied from an external source. Some circuit
breakers allow field installlation of a shunt trip kit,
however others require factory installation when
the breaker is ordered. Check the specific
breaker type for available ac and dc shunt trip
voltage ratings and for the method of installation.

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