General Electric produced a line of medium voltage air circuit breakers called the MAGNE- BLAST for over 30 years. This product line was very popular and was produced in a wide range of sizes and ratings to meet customer’s needs.

Particular attention needs to be paid to several parts of the nameplate when you’re looking for replacement MAGNE-BLAST breakers or parts for these GE circuit breakers. This flow chart was designed to streamline the specification process and help you identify your MAGNE-BLAST designation.

Even with the flowchart, it can still be easy to miss specifics for designation There will be additional information that you will need. Rated Amps, close and trip voltage, and mechanism type can all be found on the nameplate. When in doubt, a photo of the nameplate and a photo of the breaker from the front will give your supplier a clear understanding of what you need. The following photos of MAGNE-BLAST nameplates show how important details like the letter suffixes are in determining exactly what you need.

Still confused? Contact us today or try our Mobile Ap- NPE on the Go  and we’ll help your figure it out. As a circuit breaker supplier, that’s what we’re here for.