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THERMAL CIRCUIT BREAKERS

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KLIXON® thermal circuit breakers are 

compact, lightweight, protective devices 

designed to repeatedly interrupt short circuits 

or extended overloads in applications which 

require precise, dependable operation plus 

high resistance to shock and vibration.  To 

avoid nuisance tripping caused by harmless 

transient or momentary overloads, these 

circuit breakers feature an inherent thermal 

time-lag characteristic.  This enables 

equipment to operate at maximum limits with 

complete safety.

The heart of the thermal circuit breaker is the 

KLIXON® metal disc.  At a predetermined 

overload, the heat caused by current passing 

through the disc causes the disc to reverse its 

curvature, or snap.  This snapping action 

separates the electrical contacts and opens 

the circuit.

Trip curves provide the approximate time vs 

current characteristics based on the ambient 

“room” temperature of 77°F (25°C).  Should 

your application require performance 

characteristics beyond the ambient “room” 

temperature of 77°F (25°C), derating curves 

provide additional data for ambient 

temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

KLIXON® thermal circuit breakers are 

available in automatic reset and manual reset.  

Some manual reset devices offer a switchable 

feature whereby the contacts can be manually 

opened to de-energize the circuit.  For the 

automatic reset device, the circuit stays open 

until the disc cools and returns to its original 

curvature, completing the circuit.  For the 

trip-free manual reset device, the contacts will 

remain open until the device’s pushbutton is 

depressed to reset the device and complete 

the circuit.

KLIXON® 

Thermal Circuit Breakers

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“With over 90 years of experience in a myriad 

of industries and mission-critical applications, 

Sensata Technologies is one of the world’s 

leading suppliers of sensing, electrical 

protection, control and power management 

solutions. 

Motors, machines, equipment and vehicles in 

the industrial, heating, ventilation, air 

conditioning, appliance, automotive, 

recreational, mobile work, data and 

telecommunications industries operate safely 

and efficiently thanks to reliable and robust 

Sensata circuit protectors, switches, and 

sensors. Our products sense and monitor 

position, temperature and pressure, provide 

power protection and help manage challenging 

DC-to-AC power conversions.

From design to manufacturing and every 

business process in between, our people strive 

not just to meet standards of excellence but to 

set them. Serving you is mission-critical to us.”

Tom Wroe

Chairman of the Board and Chief 

Executive Officer, Sensata Technologies

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SERIES

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4 Amps

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7851

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40 Amps

45 Amps

50 Amps

60 Amps

70 Amps

80 Amps

90 Amps

100 Amps

105 Amps

120 Amps

135 Amps

150 Amps

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CA

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CDM

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CDA

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7851

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7854

10

FDLM

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FDLA

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FDLS

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FDLT

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ORDERING INFORMATION

FEATURES

•  30VDC or 120VAC, 2 to 40 Amps

•  Open and closed construction 

•  Automatic and manual reset options

•  Ignition protected SAE J1171 

•  Weatherproof SAE J553 

•  UL Recognized E36869

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® C series thermal breakers are designed to protect wiring 

and meet the harshest environmental requirements. The C series closed 

construction circuit breakers are weatherproof sealed for protection 

against moisture, dust, grease, fuel vapors and other harsh environments. 

The C series breakers are compact, lightweight and designed to interrupt 

short circuits or overloads, and combine trip-free protection with fast 

response time. Typical applications are protection of wire cable of 

accessory circuits, equipment and battery protection in construction 

and off-road equipment, marine, recreational vehicles (RV’s), mining, 

agricultural equipment and electric (hybrid) vehicles.

C  Series (CM,  CA, CDM, CDA)

2 to 40 Amp Commercial Thermal Circuit Breaker

Configuration 

CA  = Auto, open unit 

CM  = Manual, open unit 

CDM = Manual, sealed unit

CDA = Auto, sealed unit

X − X − X

Amp Rating 

(2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12.5, 15 

17.5, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40)

Mounting Nuts 

  = leave blank for none

I

 = include optional mounting nuts

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated 

current, 77°F (25°C)

2 to 10 amps : 20 to 150 seconds 

12.5 to 40 amps : 5 to 55 seconds

Ultimate Trip at 

77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 135%
Endurance Per SAE J553

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J553 and ABYC E-11

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Salt Spray MIL-STD-202 Method 101D (sealed only) 

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202 Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202 Method 302, Condition B, 100 M

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Weight (with mounting 

nuts)

CDM: 48 grams max     CDA: 41 grams max 

CM   : 37 grams max     CA :   32 grams max

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.250 [6.35] LONG

#8-32 UNC-2A ROUND

HEAD SCREW (2 PLACES)

 LOCKWASHER (2 PLACES)

 .047 [1.19] REF. THK.

.430 [10.92]

1.145 [29.08]

MIN. PANEL HOLE DIA.

2.0 [     50.8]

.562 [     14.27]

SEE NOTE 1

INCHES [MM]

1.586 [40.28]
1.562 [39.67]

1.221 [31.01]
1.159 [29.44]

(DOES NOT INCLUDE SEALING GASKET)

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EYELET FOR

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(2 PLACES)

2

.906 [23.01]

.380 [9.65]

OPTIONAL #8-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUT

(2 PLACES)

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

40

60

80

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

100

120

140

160

180

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

DERATING CURVE

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for 

ambient temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

Example: 

 At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 100% of rated current (1) and trip at 135% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 78% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 115% of rated current (4).

Dotted Lines:

 

10 amps or below

 

Solid Lines:

 

Above 

10 amps

DIMENSIONS - 

CDM

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

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ORDERING INFORMATION

FEATURES

•  30VDC or 120VAC, 12.5 to 60 Amps

•  Sealed assemblies, manual and automatic reset options

•  Ignition protected SAE J1171 

•  Weatherproof SAE J553 

•  UL Recognized E36869

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® 7851 and 7854 series thermal breakers were designed 

to protect wiring and meet the harshest environmental requirements. 

The 7851 and 7854 series closed construction circuit breakers are 

weatherproof sealed for protection against moisture, dust, grease, fuel 

vapors and other harsh environments. The 7851 and 7854 series breakers 

are compact, lightweight and designed to interrupt short circuits or 

overloads, and combine trip-free protection with fast response time. 

Typical applications are protection of wire cable of accessory circuits, 

equipment and battery protection in construction and off-road equipment, 

marine, recreational vehicles (RV’s), mining, agricultural equipment and 

electric (hybrid) vehicles.

7851 & 7854 Series

12.5 to 60 Amp Commercial Thermal Circuit Breaker

Configuration 

7851  =  Manual, sealed 

7854  =  Auto, sealed

X − X − X − X

Stud Length (approx) 

18 = 0.310” for 7851 & 7854 

37 = 0.455” for 7851 

26 = 0.455” for 7854

13 = 0.610” for 7851 

15 = 0.610” for 7854

Amp Rating 

(12.5, 15, 17.5, 20, 25, 30 

35, 40, 50, 60)

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated 

current, 77°F (25°C) 12.5 to 60 amps : 5 to 55 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 135%

Endurance Per SAE J553

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J553 and ABYC E-11

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Salt Spray MIL-STD-202 Method 101D

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202 Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202 Method 302, Condition B, 100M

Ω

 min

Weight (with mounting nuts) 7851 : 54 grams max 

7854 : 49 grams max

Mounting Nuts 

   = leave blank for none 

I

  = optional mounting nuts

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x2 WASHER FOR #10 SCREW (2 PLACES)

#10-32 UNF - 2A TERMINAL (2 PLACES)

# 10-32 UNF - 2B NUT (2 PLACES)

(2 PLACES)

STYCAST SEAL

.430 [10.92]

1.531 [38.89]

 1.469 [37.31]

.484 [12.29]

MIN. PANEL HOLE DIA.

.562 [   14.27]

.637 [16.18]

2.0 [    50.8]

SEE NOTE 1

1.586 [40.28]

 1.562 [39.67]

(DOES NOT INCLUDE SEALING GASKET)

1.221 [31.01]

1.159 [29.44]

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MADE                      IN MEXICO

EYELET FOR #10 SCREW (2 PLACES)

 .729 [18.52]

.791 [20.09]

(45°)

INCHES [MM]

OPTIONAL #8-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUT

(2 PLACES)

DERATING CURVE

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for 

ambient temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

Example: 

 At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 100% of rated current (1) and trip at 135% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 78% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 115% of rated current (4).

DIMENSIONS - 

7851

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

9

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

40

60

80

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

100

120

140

160

180

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

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ORDERING INFORMATION

F  Series  (FDLM,  FDLA, FDLS, FDLT)

35 to 150 Amp Surface Mounted Thermal Circuit Breaker

Configuration 

A  = Auto 

M = Manual 

S  = Manual Reset / Switch 

T  = Trip Lever

FDL X − X − X

Amp Rating 

(35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 

105, 120, 135, 150)

Terminals 

1 = 1/4-28 UNF-2A 

2 = 3/8-16 UNC-2A

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 35 to 150 Amps

•  Weatherproof, ignition protected, trip-free design 

•  Stronger housing material for increased robustness 

•  Ability to accommodate heavy gauge wire lugs across terminal studs 

•  SAE J1625 surface vehicles circuit breaker standards 

•  SAE J1171 marine circuit breaker standards

•  Meets 5000 amps @ 12VDC for interrupt capacity per ABYC E-11, 

  DC electrical systems of boats

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® F series thermal breaker series are designed for surface 

mount applications and are available with automatic trip, manual reset, 

trip indication, and a switchable option in a single device. The internal 

components are enclosed in a vibration resistant, weatherproof, robust 

casing to provide protection in the harshest environments found in 

heavy truck, off-road, marine and construction applications. The F series 

thermal breakers are designed to combine trip-free protection with fast 

response time.  Terminal studs are available in 1/4” or a larger 3/8” option 

to allow higher torque connections and provide wider spacing for heavy 

gauge wire lugs.

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated current, 

77°F (25°C) 35 to 150 Amps : 8 to 100 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 135%

Endurance Per SAE J1625

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J1625 and ABYC E-11

Mechanical Vibration Per SAE J1455, 4G’s 10-2K Hz

Voltage Breakdown Per SAE J1625 500VAC

Salt Spray Per SAE J1455, 96 hours

Weight 150 grams max

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3.800 [96.52]

MAX.

(2 PLACES)

LOCKWASHER

1.260 [32.00]

REF.

.650 [16.51]

REF.

'B' REF.

PUSHBUTTON

(BLUE)

1.900 [48.26]

REF.

1.600 [40.64]

REF.

135

MOUNTING HOLE

FOR 1/4" SCREW

2 PLACES

RESET LEVER

(RED)

AMP RATING

(FOR EXAMPLE: 135A)

2.242 [56.95]

2.600 [66.04]

REF.

.950 [24.13]

REF.

SEE NOTE 1

1.085 [27.56]

1.560 [39.62]

REF.

1.035 [26.29]

2.192 [55.68]

SEE NOTE 1

2.100 [53.34] MAX

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HEX NUT

(2 PLACES)

PART NUMBER AND DATE CODE

1/4 - 28 UNF - 2A ('B' = 0.55 [13.97] REF) OR

TERMINAL STUDS 2 PLACES 

3/8 -16 UNC - 2A ('B' = 0.65 [16.51] REF)

INCHES [MM]

DERATING CURVE

DIMENSIONS - 

FDLS

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for 

ambient temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

Example: 

 At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 100% of rated current (1) and trip at 135% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 78% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 115% of rated current (4).

 

Notes: 

1.  Dimension does not include sealing gasket.

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

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100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

40

60

80

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

100

120

140

160

180

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

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S  Series  (SDLM,  SDLA, SLA)

35 to 150 Amp Commercial Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 35 to 150 Amps

•  Open and sealed assemblies, manual and automatic reset options

•  Ignition protected

•  UL Recognized E69772

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® S series thermal breakers are designed to protect wiring 

and meet the harshest environmental requirements. The sealed circuit 

breakers are weatherproof for protection against moisture, dust, grease, 

fuel vapors and other harsh environments. The S series breakers are 

lightweight and designed to interrupt short circuits or overloads and 

combine trip-free protection with fast response time. Typical applications 

are protection of wire and cable of accessory circuits, equipment and 

battery protection on heavy trucks, buses, construction equipment, off-

road vehicles, marine, recreational vehicles (RVs) and electric (hybrid) 

vehicles, and battery chargers.

The S series is available in both open and sealed body configurations with 

manual and automatic reset options.

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated current, 

77°F (25°C) 35 to 150 Amps : 8 to 100 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 135%

Endurance Per SAE J1625

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J1625 and ABYC E-11

Mechanical Vibration Per SAE J1455, 4G’s, 10-2K Hz

Voltage Breakdown Per SAE J1625 500VAC

Salt Spray Per SAE J1625, 96 hours

Voltage Drop Per SAE J1625

Weight (with mounting nuts) SDLM (A) : 75 grams (71 grams) max 

SLA : 62 grams max

ORDERING INFORMATION

Configuration 

SLA  = Auto, open unit 

SDLM  = Manual, sealed unit 

SDLA  = Auto, sealed unit

X − X − X

Amp Rating 

(35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 

105, 120, 135, 150)

Terminals 

1 = 1/4-28 UNF-2A 

    with optional mounting nuts

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AMP RATING

FOR ILLUSTRATION

PUSH BUTTON

(RED)

2.930 [74.42]

MAX

150

1.650 [41.91]

MAX

.580 [14.73]

.750 [19.05]

.540 [13.72]

.590 [14.99]

2X THREADED STUD

1/4-28 UNF-2A

2.429 [61.70]

2.399 [60.93]

1.550 [39.37]

MAX

(SEE NOTE 1)

2X PRE-ASM NUT

2X (

Ø .261 [Ø 6.63])

MOUNTING HOLE
10-32-UNF-2B 
MOUNTING NUTS 
FURNISHED WHEN 
SPECIFIED

1.009 [25.63]

.284 [7.21]

INCHES [MM]

DERATING CURVE

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for 

ambient temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

Example: 

 At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 100% of rated current (1) and trip at 135% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 78% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 115% of rated current (4).

DIMENSIONS - 

SDLM

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

13

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

40

60

80

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

100

120

140

160

180

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

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ORDERING INFORMATION

6766-19  Series

35 to 150 Amp Commercial Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 35 to 150 Amps

•  Manual reset

•  Weatherproof SAE J1625 and ideally suited for rugged applications

•  Ignition protected SAE J1171

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® 6766-19 series is a manually switchable thermal 

circuit breaker that is designed to meet the harshest environmental 

requirements. The 6766-19 series breakers are weatherproof for 

protection against moisture, dust, grease, fuel vapors, and other harsh 

environments. The 6766-19 series of breakers is suited for rugged 

applications, where a robust switchable breaker is required for 

accessory, equipment and battery protection on heavy trucks, buses, 

construction equipment, off-road vehicles, marine, recreational vehicles 

(RVs) and electric (hybrid) vehicles.

Configuration 

6766-19 = Manual, sealed

X − X

Amp Rating 

(35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70, 80, 

90 105, 120, 135, 150)

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated current, 

77°F (25°C) 35 to 150 Amps : 8 to 100 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 135%

Endurance Per SAE J1625

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J1625 and ABYC E-11

Vibration Per SAE J1455, 4G’s, 10-2K Hz

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202 Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202 Method 302, Condition B, 

100 M

Ω

 min

Weight (with mounting nuts) 6766-19 : 129 grams max

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AMP RATING

FOR ILLUSTRATION

Ø

1.250 [31.75]

   1.230 [31.24]

Ø

.531 [13.49]

   .469 [11.91]

Ø

.750 MIN PANEL HOLE

.202

.140

1.072 [27.23]

1.052 [26.72]

.687 [17.45]

.625 [15.88] 1.187 [30.15]

1.125 [28.58]

1.043 [26.49] MAX OPEN

.872 [22.15] MIN CLOSE

2X #10-32 UNC-2B

LOCKNUTS

2X 1/4-28UNF-2 HEX 

HEAD CAP SCREW

4X SPLIT LOCKWASHER

2.416 [61.37]

2.396 [60.86]

1.208 [30.68]

1.198 [30.43]

1.906 [48.41]

1.844 [46.84]

SEE NOTE 1

.958 [24.33]

.922 [23.42]

3.187 [80.95]

3.125 [79.38]

(DOES NOT INCLUDE SEALING GASKET)

1.594 [40.49]

1.562 [39.67]

PART NO. AND

DATE CODE

LOCATION

INCHES [MM]

DERATING CURVE

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for 

ambient temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

Example: 

 At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 100% of rated current (1) and trip at 135% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 78% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 115% of rated current (4).

DIMENSIONS - 

6766-19

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

15

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

40

60

80

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

100

120

140

160

180

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

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ORDERING INFORMATION

7855  Series

175 to 200 Amp Commercial Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 175 to 200 Amps

•  Sealed assemblies, manual and automatic reset options

•  Ignition protected

•  7855-6 meets CID A-A-55571/03 specifications

•  7855-7 meets CID A-A-55571/08 specifications

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® 7855 series thermal breaker are designed to meet the 

harshest environmental requirements. The 7855 series breakers are 

weatherproof for protection against moisture, dust, grease, fuel vapors 

and other harsh environments. The 7855 series breakers are designed to 

interrupt short circuits or overloads and combine trip free protection with 

fast response time. 

The 7855 series of breakers typical applications are protection of wire and 

cable of accessory circuits, military vehicles, lift gates, and recreational 

vehicles.

Configuration 

7855-6  =  Manual, sealed

7855-7  =  Auto, sealed

X − X

Amp Rating 

(175, 200)

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated 

current, 77°F (25°C) 8 to 100 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 138%

Endurance Manual 500 cycles @ 200% 

Automatic 2000 cycles @ 200%

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J1625, 900A

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202, Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202, Method 302, Condition B, 100 M

Ω

 

min

Weight 7855-6 : 241 grams max 

7855-7 : 237 grams max

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4 MTG HOLES

Ø 

.218 [

Ø 5.54]

MOUNTING NUTS
SUPPLIED FOR
7855-6

BOTTOM VIEW

.78 [19.81]

Ø

.875 [22.23] MIN CLEARANCE 

HOLE FOR PUSH BUTTON 

REQ’D FOR MOUNTING

.062 [1.58]

1.47 [37.34]

.500 ± .015 [12.700 ± .381]

1.500 ± .015

[38.100 ± .381]

LOCK WASHER x2

HEX NUT x2

3/8 - 24 UNF - 2B 

THREAD

2.75 [69.85]

3.500 [88.9]

4.000 [101.6]

2.12 [53.85]

1.000

[25.4]

.500

[12.7]

1.50

[38.1]

INCHES [MM]

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

60

80

100

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

120

140

160

180

200

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

32˚F

DERATING CURVE

DIMENSIONS - 

7855-6

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for 

ambient temperatures significantly higher or lower than 

standard room temperature.

Example: 

 At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 110% of rated current (1) and trip at 138% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 92% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 120% of rated current (4).

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ORDERING INFORMATION

Small Frame PD Series  (PDM, PDA)

2 to 40 Amp Precision Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC or 120VAC, 2 to 40 Amps

•  Sealed assemblies, available in manual and automatic reset options

•  Ignition protected 

•  UL Recognized E36869

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® PD series thermal breakers are designed to protect wiring 

and meet the harshest environmental requirements. The PD series are 

weatherproof sealed for protection against moisture, dust, grease, 

fuel vapors and other harsh environments. The PD series breakers 

are compact, lightweight and designed to interrupt short circuits or 

overloads, and combine trip-free protection with fast response time. 

Typical applications are protection of wire and cable of accessory circuits, 

equipment and battery protection in construction and off-road equipment, 

marine, recreational vehicles (RV’s), mining, agricultural equipment and 

electric (hybrid) vehicles.

 

The PD series is used in commercial and military applications.

Configuration 

PDM  =  Manual, sealed

PDA  =  Auto, sealed

X − X − X

Amp Rating 

(2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12.5, 15 

17.5, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40)

Mounting Nuts 

   = leave blank for none

I

  = include optional mounting nuts

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 

200% rated current, 77°F (25°C)

2 to 10 amps : 20 to 150 seconds 

12.5 to 40 amps : 8 to 50 seconds

Ultimate Trip at 77°F (25°C) Must hold 110%, must trip 138%

Endurance Per SAE J553

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J553 and ABYC E-11

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Mechanical Shock MIL-STD-202 Method 213, Condition C, 100G

Salt Spray MIL-STD-202 Method 101D 

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202 Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202 Method 302, Condition B, 

100 M

Ω

 min

Weight (with mounting nuts) PDM : 48 grams max 

PDA : 41 grams max

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ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X .250 [6.35] LONG #8-32 UNC-2A

 2X (.047 [1.1938]) THK.

 LOCKWASHER

.430 [10.92]

.562 [    14.28]

MIN. PANEL HOLE DIA.

1.145 [29.08]

.380 [9.65]

2.0 [    50.8]

SEE NOTE 1

1.586 [40.28]
1.562 [39.68]

(DOES NOT INCLUDE SEALING GASKET)

1.221 [31.01]

1.159 [29.44]

R

Se

ns

at

Te

ch

no

lo

gi

es

3

2

M

AD

IN

 M

EX

IC

O

1

Se

ns

at

Te

ch

no

lo

gi

es

R

1

3

M

AD

IN

 M

EX

IC

O

2

BOTTOM VIEW

FOR 2 AMP THRU 10 AMP

.312 [7.93]

.641

[16.28]

(45°)

BOTTOM VIEW

FOR 12½ AMP THRU 40 AMP

2X EYELET

FOR #10 SCREW

.906 [23.01]

INCHES [MM]

2X #8-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUTS

FURNISHED WHEN

SPECIFIED

DERATING CURVE

DIMENSIONS - 

PDM

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C) 

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for ambient 

temperatures significantly higher or lower than standard 

room temperature.

Example:  At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 110% of rated current (1) and trip at 138% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 92% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 120% of rated current (4).

Dotted Lines:

 

10 amps or below

 

Solid Lines:

 

Above 

10 amps

0

60

80

100

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

120

140

160

180

200

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

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ORDERING INFORMATION

Large Frame PDL Series  (PDLM, PDLA)

35 to 150 Amp Precision Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 35 to 150 Amps

•  Sealed assemblies, available in manual and automatic reset options

•  Ignition protected & CCC certified 

•  PDLM meets CID A-A-55571/04 specifications 

•  PDLA meets CID A-A-55571/07 specifications

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® PDL series thermal breakers are designed to meet the 

harshest environmental requirements. The PDL series breakers are 

weatherproof for protection against moisture, dust, grease, fuel vapors, 

and other harsh environments. The PDL series of breakers are designed 

to interrupt short circuits or overloads and combine trip-free protection 

with fast response time. The PDL series of breakers can be used in 

commercial and military vehicles and equipment where more precise 

ultimate trip characteristics are required.

Configuration 

PDLM  =  Manual, sealed

PDLA  =  Auto, sealed

X − X − X

Amp Rating 

(35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 

105, 120, 135, 150)

Mounting Nuts 

   = leave blank for none

I

  = include optional mounting nuts

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated current, 

77°F  (25°C) 8 to 100 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 138%

Endurance Automatic: 2,000 cycles @ 200% rated current 

Manual: 500 cycles @ 200% rated current

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J1625 and ABYC E-11

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Mechanical Shock 100G MIL-STD-202 Method 213, Condition C

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202 Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202 Method 302, Condition B, 

100 M

Ω

 min

Weight (with mounting nuts) PDLM : 129 grams max 

PDLA : 116 grams max

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1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

AMP RATING

ILLUSTRATION

1.213 [30.81]

1.193 [30.30]

.536 [13.61]

.526 [13.36]

.422 

[10.72]

.781 [19.84]

MAX

PUSHBUTTON (RED)

.875 [22.23]

MIN PANEL HOLE

COVER

GASKET

4X LOCKWASHER

.469 [11.91]

.437 [11.10]

1.140 [28.96]

1.078 [27.38]

.063 [1.60]

.031 [.78]

1.072 [27.23]

1.052 [26.72]

2x 1/4-28 x 1/2” LG.

HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS

1.891 [48.03]

1.859 [47.22]

.954 [24.23]

.922 [23.42]

2.416 [61.37]

2.396 [60.86]

DIMENSIONS

DO NOT INCLUDE 

SEALING GASKET

3.187 [80.95]

3.125 [79.38]

1.594 [40.49]

1.562 [39.68]

PART NO.

AND DATE CODE 

LOCATION

2X EYELET FOR #10 

SCREW

(SEE NOTE 1)

INCHES [MM]

MOUNTING NUTS

FURNISHED WHEN

SPECIFIED

DERATING CURVE

DIMENSIONS - 

PDLM

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for ambient 

temperatures significantly higher or lower than standard 

room temperature.

Example:  At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 110% of rated current (1) and trip at 138% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 92% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 120% of rated current (4).

0

60

80

100

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

120

140

160

180

200

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

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PS  Series  (PSM, PSA)

2 to 35 Amp Precision Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 2 to 35 Amps

•  Available in manual and automatic reset options

•  PSM meets CID A-A-55571/06 specifications

•  PSA meets CID A-A-55571/05 specifications

•  UL Recognized E36869

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® PS series of breakers are designed to interrupt 

short circuits or overloads and combines trip-free protection with 

fast response time.  The PS series thermal breaker is ideal for 

commercial and military vehicle equipment where precise ultimate trip 

characteristics are required.

Configuration 

PSM  =  Manual 

PSA  =  Automatic

X − X

Amp Rating 

(2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12.5, 15 

20, 25, 30, 35)

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated current, 

77°F (25°C)

10A for 20 to 150 seconds 

>

10A for 8 to 50 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 138%

Endurance Automatic: 2,000 cycles @ 200% rated current 

Manual: 500 cycles @ 200% rated current

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J553, 600A

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Mechanical Shock 100G MIL-STD-202 Method 213, Condition C

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202, Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202, Method 302, Condition B, 

100 M

Ω

 min

Weight PSA : 30 grams max 

PSM : 32 grams max

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AMP RATING

FOR ILLUSTRATION

1.812 

[46.02]

1.234

[31.34]

1.57

[39.88]

.760

[19.30]

2X #6-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUTS

2X .250 LONG #8-32 UNC-2A 

ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X LOCK WASHER

.338

[8.59]

REF

REF

1.234

[31.34]

.315

[8.00]

.250

[6.35]

1.031

[26.19]

2X #6-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUTS

2X .250 LONG #8-32 UNC-2A 

ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X LOCK WASHER

R .375 [9.53]

1.812

[46.02]

2.19

[55.63]

.750

[19.05]

.338

[8.59]

REF

REF

.280

[7.11]

.250

[6.35]

1.234

[31.34]

1.313

[33.35]

DIMENSIONS - 

PSM (10 amps or less)

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

Dotted Lines:

 

10 amps or below

 

Solid Lines:

 

Above 

10 amps

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

DIMENSIONS - 

PSM (over 10 amps)

23

AMP RATING

FOR ILLUSTRATION

1.812 

[46.02]

1.234

[31.34]

1.57

[39.88]

.760

[19.30]

2X #6-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUTS

2X .250 LONG #8-32 UNC-2A 

ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X LOCK WASHER

.338

[8.59]

REF

REF

1.234

[31.34]

.315

[8.00]

.250

[6.35]

1.031

[26.19]

2X #6-32 UNC-2B

MOUNTING NUTS

2X .250 LONG #8-32 UNC-2A 

ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X LOCK WASHER

R .375 [9.53]

1.812

[46.02]

2.19

[55.63]

.750

[19.05]

.338

[8.59]

REF

REF

.280

[7.11]

.250

[6.35]

1.234

[31.34]

1.313

[33.35]

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ORDERING INFORMATION

PS Neck Mounting Series  (PSM-XX-N)

2 to 35 Amp Precision Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 2 to 35 Amps

•  Manual reset neck mount circuit breaker

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® PSM-XX-N series of breakers are designed to interrupt 

short circuits or overloads and combines trip-free protection with 

fast response time.  The PSM-XX-N series thermal breaker is ideal for 

commercial and military vehicle equipment where precise ultimate trip 

characteristics are required.

Configuration 

PSM  =  Manual, sealed

X − X − N

Amp Rating 

(2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12.5, 15 

17.5, 20, 25, 30, 35)

Neck Mount 

N = neck mount

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated 

current, 77°F (25°C)

2 to 10 amps : 20 to 150 seconds 

12.5 to 35 amps : 8 to 50 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 138%

Endurance Per SAE J553, 500 cycles @ 200%

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J553

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Mechanical Shock MIL-STD-202, Method 213, Condition C, 100G

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202, Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD 202, Method 302, Condition B, 

100 M

Ω

 min

Weight PSM-N : 35 grams max

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DERATING CURVE

DIMENSIONS - 

PSM-XX-N (10 amps and less)

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

Performance characteristics are based on room 

temperature (77°F, 25°C). Consult Derating curve for ambient 

temperatures significantly higher or lower than standard 

room temperature.

Example:  At 77°F (25°C) the device is calibrated to hold 

at 110% of rated current (1) and trip at 138% of rated 

current (2).  At 140°F (60°C), the same device will hold 

at approximately 92% of rated current (3), and trip at 

approximately 120% of rated current (4).

Dotted Lines:

   

10 amps or below

 

Solid Lines:

   Above 

10 amps

0

60

80

100

Ultimate Trip in % Rated Load

120

140

160

180

200

3

4

1

2

77°F, 25°C

100˚F

140˚F

160˚F

70˚F

-60˚F

-40˚F

0˚F

32˚F

38˚C

60˚C

 71˚C

21˚C

-51˚C

-40˚C

-18˚C

0˚C

Ambient T

emperature in °F

,  °C

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

1.566 [39.78]

.688 [17.48]

Ø .625 

[15.88]

.125 [3.18]

.75 [19.05]

.375 [9.53]

1.234 [31.34]

NASM 35333-136

INTERNAL TOOTH

LOCK WASHER

MS 25082-C21 NUT

.030 [.762]

15/32 - 32UNS-2 THREAD

2X .250 [6.35] LONG

#8-32 UNC-2A ROUND HEAD 

SCREW

2X LOCK WASHER

.338 [8.59]

1.282

[32.56]

1.390 

[35.31]

.908

[23.06]

.060

[1.52]

.49 [12.45]

.25 [6.35]

.125 [3.175]

1.032

.516

INTERNAL

TOOTH LOCK

WASHER

CLINCH NUT

.032

15/32 - 32UNS-2 THREAD

2X .250 LONG #8-32 UNC-2A 

ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X .047 THICK

LOCK WASHER

.344

REF

1.282

1.391

.907

.063

.469

.25

.125

AMP RATING

FOR ILLUSTRATION

1.313

.688

.563

.125

.704

.375

0.375 RADIUS

INCHES [MM]

25

DIMENSIONS - 

PSM-XX-N (over 10 amps)

1.566 [39.78]

.688 [17.48]

Ø .625 

[15.88]

.125 [3.18]

.75 [19.05]

.375 [9.53]

1.234 [31.34]

NASM 35333-136

INTERNAL TOOTH

LOCK WASHER

MS 25082-C21 NUT

.030 [.762]

15/32 - 32UNS-2 THREAD

2X .250 [6.35] LONG

#8-32 UNC-2A ROUND HEAD 

SCREW

2X LOCK WASHER

.338 [8.59]

1.282

[32.56]

1.390 

[35.31]

.908

[23.06]

.060

[1.52]

.49 [12.45]

.25 [6.35]

.125 [3.175]

1.032

.516

INTERNAL

TOOTH LOCK

WASHER

CLINCH NUT

.032

15/32 - 32UNS-2 THREAD

2X .250 LONG #8-32 UNC-2A 

ROUND HEAD SCREW

2X .047 THICK

LOCK WASHER

.344

REF

1.282

1.391

.907

.063

.469

.25

.125

AMP RATING

FOR ILLUSTRATION

1.313

.688

.563

.125

.704

.375

0.375 RADIUS

INCHES [MM]

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PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Calibration : 200% rated current, 

77°F (25°C) 8 to 50 seconds

Ultimate Trip  At 77°F (25°C) Must hold 100%, Must trip 138%

Endurance

Per SAE J553: 

Automatic: 2,000 cycles @ 200% rated current 

Manual: 500 cycles @ 200% rated current

Interrupt Current Capacity Per SAE J553, 600A

Vibration 10G MIL-STD-202 Method 204, Condition A

Mechanical Shock 100G MIL-STD-202 Method 213, Condition C

Dielectric Strength MIL-STD-202 Method 301, 1500VAC min

Insulation Resistance MIL-STD-202 Method 302, Condition B, 

100 M

Ω

 min

Weight 9115-5 : 65 grams max 

9115-6 : 76 grams max

ORDERING INFORMATION

9115 Series

15 to 30 Amp Precision Thermal Circuit Breaker

FEATURES

•  30VDC, 15 to 30 Amps

•  Sealed assemblies, available in manual and automatic reset options

•  Ignition protected SAE J1171 & CCC certified

•  9115-5 meets CID A-A-55571/01 specifications 

•  9115-6 meets CID A-A-55571/02 specifications 

•  UL Recognized E36869

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The KLIXON® 9115 series of circuit breakers was designed for 

waterproof electrical systems of ordnance vehicles. The 9115 series is 

recommended for other mobile military and ground equipment, including 

trucks, tractors, graders, earth movers, fuel units, and amphibious as well 

as commercial vehicles. In addition to a complete sealed thermal element 

this series of thermal breakers has molded in terminals and are supplied 

with rubber connectors (shells).

Configuration 

9115-5  =  Auto, sealed

9115-6  =  Manual, sealed

X − X

Amp Rating 

(15, 20, 25, 30)

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Notes: 

1.  Shell female MS33800 mates with MS27143 or MS27144.

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 V

D

C

CI

R

CUI

B

R

E

A

K

E

R

2.000±.032 [50.8±.813]

DOES NOT INCLUDE

SEALING GASKET

2X #8-32 MOUNTING NUTS

1.187

1.574

 ± .032 [15.88 ± .813]

±.032

.485

[12.32]

.625

2X R

±.008

.843 ± .032 [21.41 ± .813]

SHELL, FEMALE

MS33800

2X( .700 [17.78])

.960 [24.4]

.470 [11.94])

2X (

1.875 [47.63] MAX.

AMP RATING SHOWN

FOR ILLUSTRATION

INCHES [MM]

.174 ± .002

2X

[4.42 ± .051]

MTG. HOLE

2X

DIMENSIONS - 

9115-5

TRIP CURVE -

 Approximate Time, Current Characteristics  At 77°F (25°C)

1000

500

100

.10

1

10

Trip Time in Seconds

Current in % Rated Load

100

1000

10,000

15

28

 V

D

C

CI

R

CUI

B

R

E

A

K

E

R

2.000±.032 [50.8±.813]

DOES NOT INCLUDE

SEALING GASKET

2X #8-32 MOUNTING NUTS

1.187

1.574

 ± .032 [15.88 ± .813]

±.032

.485

[12.32]

.625

2X R

±.008

.843 ± .032 [21.41 ± .813]

SHELL, FEMALE

MS33800

.562 [14.27]

 MIN. PANEL HOLE

2X(

.440 [    11.18]

.700 [17.78])

.960 [24.4]

.470 [11.94])

2X (

.500 [12.7]

1.875 [47.63] MAX.

AMP RATING SHOWN

FOR ILLUSTRATION

INCHES [MM]

DIMENSIONS - 

9115-6

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MAXI BREAKER® Series

Miniature Circuit Breakers

FEATURES

•  Available in SAE Type 1 (cycling) and SAE Type 2 (non-cycling)

•  Multiple bimetallic resistivities available

•  Heater wire wrapped around the bimetal keeps the protector open  

  until power is removed (Type 2 only)

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The MAXI BREAKER® series of circuit protectors are rated for use 

up to 125ºC. This patented device is available both as a cycling (SAE 

Type 1) and non-cycling (SAE Type 2) device. Typical placement 

of the MAXI BREAKER® is under the hood fuse blocks or other 

areas of the vehicle that house a MAXI™ Blade Fuse*. The MAXI 

BREAKER® protects against momentary overloads and eliminates 

the need for fuse replacement.

SPECIFICATIONS 

•  Nominal Operating Voltage: 14 Volts DC

•  Typicale Voltage Drop at Operating Current: 200 mV max

•  Current Rating: 10 to 50 amps @ 25ºC (in 5 amp increments)

•  Typical Ambient Temperature Range: -40ºC to 125ºC

DIMENSIONS, mm (inches)

29.21

(1.150)

29.21

(1.150)

12.70 (.500)

8.9

(.350)

60.0º

21.60 (.850)

.82 (.032)

2.54 (.100)

10000

8000

6000

4000

2000

1000

800

600
400

200

100

80

60
40

20

10

8

6

4

2

1

Trip T

ime in Seconds

0      10      20      30      40     50      60      70      80     90

Current in Amperes

Typical 

Maxi Breaker

Trip Time Curves

at 25ºC

160
150

140

130

120

110

100

90
80
70

60
50
40

30

20
10

  0

-50    -30    -10      10      30      50     70      90      110      130

Temperature in ºCelsius

Percent of Rated Current

Typical

Maxi Breaker

Derating Curves

All breakers will trip in this area

All breakers hold in this area

 20A 25A 30A      40A

These curves are to be used only as a guide in

selecting a protector for a particular application.

Factors such as distance from the heat

source and the method of mounting should be

considered in selecting a protector. Final trip

times are dependent upon terminal configuration

and mounting in the application.

* MAXI™ Blade Fuse is a trademark of Littelfuse®

CURVES

10000

8000

6000

4000

2000

1000

800

600
400

200

100

80

60
40

20

10

8

6

4

2

1

Trip T

ime in Seconds

0      10      20      30      40     50      60      70      80     90

Current in Amperes

Typical 

Maxi Breaker

Trip Time Curves

at 25ºC

160
150

140

130

120

110

100

90
80
70

60
50
40

30

20
10

  0

-50    -30    -10      10      30      50     70      90      110      130

Temperature in ºCelsius

Percent of Rated Current

Typical

Maxi Breaker

Derating Curves

All breakers will trip in this area

All breakers hold in this area

 20A 25A 30A      40A

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EXT 200 Series

Miniature Circuit Breakers

FEATURES

•  SAE Type 2 (non-cycling) device

•  Multiple bimetallic resistivities available

•  Multiple terminal configurations available

•  Metal encased

DESCRIPTION

 

 

The EXT 200 Series of mini remote reset circuit breakers are 

commonly designed for 12 Volt DC wiring harness protection.  The 

device is ideal for the protection of circuits that may experience 

momentary overloads and is often chosen as an alternative to

fuses, where nuisance replacement can be an inconvenience. The 

EXT 200 can be mounted in the fuse block or elsewhere within the 

wiring harness. This bimetallic device is sensitive to both over-

current and over-temperature fault conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS 

•  Nominal Operating Voltage: 12 Volts DC

•  Typicale Voltage Drop at Operating Current: 200 mV max

•  Current Rating: 5 to 35 amps @ 25ºC (in 5 amp increments)

•  Typical Ambient Temperature Range: -40ºC to 85ºC

DIMENSIONS, mm (inches)

These curves are to be used only as a guide in

selecting a protector for a particular application.

Factors such as distance from the heat

source and the method of mounting should be

considered in selecting a protector. Final trip

times are dependent upon terminal configuration

and mounting in the application.

CURVES

Typical 

EXT 200

Trip Time Curve

at 25ºC

1000

800

600
400

200

100

80

60
40

20

10

8

6
4

2

0

Trip T

ime in Seconds

Rated

Current

200% Rated

Current

Test Current

135% Rated

Current

7.3 (.29)

EXT 221

EXT 234

EXT 229

EXT 232

17.8 (.70)

5.4 (.21)

4.45 (.175)

25.1 (.99)

9.9 (.39)

7.8 (.31)

19.7 (.78)

5.2 (.20)

4.2 (.17)

12.3 (.48)

6.6 (.26)

5.2 (.20)

4.0 (.16)

11.0 (.43)

2.8 (.11)

3.8 (.15)

10.9 (.43)

2.25 (.88)

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Amp Rating

The nominal electrical current in amperes 

that the breaker will carry at room 

temperature without tripping

Automatic 

Reset

A device that opens by a combination of 

overcurrent and elevated temperature, 

with a design feature that allows the 

breaker to cycle or continuously self reset.

Circuit 

Breaker

A device designed to carry a specific value 

of current and automatically open a circuit 

upon overloads or short circuits.

Dielectric 

Strength

A device’s ability to withstand a deliberate 

application of pre–determined over–

voltage for a specified time. 

Dielectric 

Withstanding 

Voltage

The maximum voltage that a switch can 

withstand between specified points 

without leaking current exceeding a 

specified value. 

Endurance

Refers to the longevity cycling of a circuit 

breaker under less than direct short 

conditions

Insulation 

Resistance

The resistance offered by the insulating 

members of a component part to direct 

voltage tending to produce a leakage 

current through or on the surface of these 

members. Insulation resistance should 

not be considered the equivalence of 

dielectric withstanding voltage. Also: 

Measures the resistance of the insulating 

member of the device to a target voltage. 

Manual Reset

A device that opens by a combination of 

overcurrent and elevated temperature, 

and remain open until manually reset into a 

conducting state.

Maximum 

Ultimate Trip

Current rating at which breaker must trip 

within a certain period (usually 1 hour) at a 

specified temperature. 

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Minimum 

Ultimate Trip

Current rating at which breaker will not 

trip within a certain period (usually 1 hour) 

at a specified temperature. 

Switchable

A design feature that allows a switchable 

circuit breaker to function as a 

conventional manual reset circuit breaker 

and also has a mechanism, which when 

exercised at the discretion of the user, 

permits opening of the breaker internal 

circuit to stop current flow. The breaker is 

reset to its normal condition by the manual 

rest function, whether tripped unattended 

by a real fault condition or by the user. 

Thermal 

Circuit 

Breaker

A circuit breaker that senses a current 

overload based on thermal heating of the 

sensing element.

Thermal 

Derating

The effect of ambient temperature on 

the trip characteristics of the breaker. 

For example, as ambient temperature 

increases, the amount of current required 

to trip the breaker decreases.

Time-Current 

Curve

An approximate graph showing the 

minimum and maximum time a specific 

breaker will trip at various degrees of 

overload.

Trip Free

A design feature that makes it impossible 

to hold the breaker closed against an 

overload.

UL

Underwriters Laboratory

Voltage Drop

The voltage decrease across the breaker 

due to internal resistance of the device. 

Weatherproof

Circuit breakers designed such that 

if immersed or submerged in fluid (for 

example, water) no fluid shall infiltrate the 

internal cavities or workings of the circuit 

breaker.

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ABOUT SENSATA TECHNOLOGIES

 

Sensata Technologies provides leaders in the automotive, appliance, aircraft, industrial, 

HVAC/R, over-the-road truck, heavy vehicle, bus, RV, marine, telecom and datacom global 

markets with sensing, protection and control solutions.  Our mission is to improve safety, 

efficiency and environmental protection for millions of people worldwide. 

Sensata Technologies is headquartered in Attleboro, Massachusetts in the United States 

and has business and manufacturing centers and sales offices throughout the world.

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At Sensata Technologies we do all we can to ensure your satisfaction.  We apply our 

unsurpassed experience and expertise to focus on your needs.  We adhere to the highest 

technical, manufacturing and testing standards.  Our experts work with you to ensure the 

quality and precision it takes to meet the most demanding application requirements.  No 

wonder a world of businesses relies on the more than 1 billion sensor, protection and 

control devices we manufacture each year to optimize our customers’ own leading-edge 

technologies.

 

WE DO IT ALL FOR YOU.

We are dedicated to being our customers’ first choice – no matter where in the world you 

are located.  We do this by:

•  Offering rugged designs and in-house testing facilities to ensure consistent quality

•  Locating business centers close to your markets in every region of the world

•  Consolidating manufacturing in large Make sites in cost-effective locations 

•  Partnering with those setting the latest standards in industrial and automotive system 

  performance, safety and emission control 

 

SAFETY, PERFORMANCE, RELIABILITY 

You will find Sensata products wherever increased safety, performance and reliability are 

required and where improved machine productivity and efficiency are desired.  You will 

find our products in an endless number of applications including HVAC and refrigeration, 

transportation, aircraft, trucks, buses, trains, datacom and telecom, construction, mining, 

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assumes no responsibility for infringement of patents or rights of others 

based on Sensata applications assistance or product specifications since 

Sensata does not possess full access concerning the use or application 

of  customers’  products.  Sensata  also  assumes  no  responsibility  for 

customers’ product designs.

www.sensata.com

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Dimensions™ DC to AC Inverters 

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BUSINESS CENTERS

Sensata Technologies Inc.

529 Pleasant Street 

Attleboro, MA 02703, USA 

Phone: +1 508-236-3287 

Brands: Klixon™, Sensata Technologies™

Sensata Technologies 

807 Woods Road 

Cambridge, MD 21613, USA 

Phone: +1 410-228-1500 

Brands: Airpax™

Sensata Technologies 

4467 White Bear Lake Parkway 

St. Paul, MN 55110, USA 

Phone: +1 800-553-6418 

Brands: Dimensions™

Sensata Technologies Holland B.V.

Kolthofsingel 8

7602 EM Almelo, The Netherslands 

Phone: +31 546 87 95 55 

Brands: Klixon™, Sensata Technologies™

Sensata Technologies China Co., Ltd.

Novel Plaza, 8th Floor 

128 Nanjing Road West 

Shaghai, 20003 

People’s Republic of China 

Phone: +86 21 23061500 

Brands: Klixon™, Sensata Technologies™

Sensata Technologies Korea Ltd.

29F, Trade Tower 

159-1 SamSung-Dong, KangNam-Ku, Seoul 

135-729, Korea 

Phone: +81-2-551-2918 

Brands: Klixon™, Sensata Technologies™

Sensata Technologies Japan Ltd.

305, Tanagashira 

Oyama-cho, Sunto-gun, Shizuoka-ken 

Japan, 410-1396 

Phone: +81 550 78 1211 

Brands: Klixon™, Sensata Technologies™

Sensata Technologies Nihon-Airpax

6-3, Chi Yoda 5 Chome 

Saitama-Ken 

Japan, 350-0214 

Phone: +81 492 83 7575 

Brands: Airpax™