GigaWatt G-16A 2-outlet

GigaWatt G-16A 2P Double Circuit Breaker

The GigaWatt G-16A 2P stands out for its exclusive use with GigaWatt LC-Y EVO cables and GigaWatt power conditioners or power strips. Tested according to DIN EN 60934 standard, this circuit breaker meets the strictest requirements for protecting domestic and similar circuits. It must be used in conjunction with a main Short-Circuit Protective Device (SCPD), providing double protection for total peace of mind.

Technical Specifications

The 2P version of the G-16A features two working contact pins, ensuring simultaneous protection of the phase and neutral conductors. A major advancement lies in its exceptional resistance to instantaneous inrush current (Hi-Inrush). Unlike its predecessor, the G-C20A 2P, this new circuit breaker offers increased resilience against varying loads of audio-video equipment.

Why Hi-Inrush is Crucial

Imagine turning on a power-hungry amplifier. In the first milliseconds, the inrush current can be up to 25 times higher than normal consumption. This is where the G-16A 2P excels. Its ability to handle this current spike without damaging the contacts of fuses and circuit breakers is crucial for the longevity of your devices.

High-Quality American Manufacturing

Manufactured in the USA by Carling Technologies according to GigaWatt’s rigorous specifications, the G-16A 2P is much more than a simple circuit breaker. It acts as a true guardian of the current flowing through audio-video installations. Equipped with a magneto-hydraulic switch, it uses an induction coil to generate a magnetic field proportional to the current, ensuring precise disconnection in case of overload.

Advanced Technology for Infallible Protection

The advanced construction of the switch incorporates an innovative coil system with a movable core in a non-magnetic tube filled with a special oily fluid. This fluid, adjustable in density, allows precise control of the delay characteristic, ensuring optimal responsiveness of the circuit breaker. Moreover, the G-16A 2P is designed to ignore rapid changes in peak load, activating protection only when safety values are exceeded. This means it can withstand inrush currents up to twenty-five times the rated current (400A), ensuring years of flawless operation.

The Benefits of GigaWatt G-16A 2P

• Exceptional resistance to instantaneous inrush current (Hi-Inrush)
• Double protection for phase and neutral conductors
• Made in the USA according to GigaWatt’s strict standards
• Advanced technology with magneto-hydraulic switch for precise disconnection
• Precise control of delay characteristic thanks to an innovative coil system
• Ensuring activation only when safety values are exceeded
• Guaranteed longevity due to resistance to high inrush currents

Technical Specifications

Electrical Specifications

• Maximum voltage (Ue): 250 V AC
• Frequency: 50, 60 Hz
• Rated current (In): 16 A
• Tripping current: 20 A
• Resistance per pole (from line to load terminals): < 0.006 Ω

Breaking Capacity

• With backup fuse: Icn 5,000 A (UL/CSA, VDE)
• Without backup fuse: Icn 1,500 A (VDE)

Operating Characteristics

• Time delay: Medium, High inertia

Physical Characteristics

• Dimensions: 92 × 72 × 38 mm
• Gross weight: 0.30 kg