2025-12-10
Electrical safety has become one of the core requirements in commercial facilities, industrial systems, and residential distribution networks. As power systems grow more complex, stable overcurrent and leakage protection is essential to prevent equipment damage, fire risks, and personal injury. The DZ20LE series MCCB Leakage Circuit Breaker is engineered to meet these demands, providing integrated overload, short-circuit, and residual-current protection in a single device.
This article explores what the DZ20LE series offers, how it works, why it is chosen for mission-critical systems, and what technical parameters define its performance.
The DZ20LE series is a molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) equipped with built-in leakage protection. Unlike standard MCCBs that focus only on overload and short-circuit protection, the DZ20LE integrates earth-leakage detection. This makes it ideal for scenarios where electrical insulation failure or ground faults may lead to fire hazards or electric shock.
Key purposes include:
Preventing overload and short-circuit damage
Detecting and disconnecting leakage currents
Improving electrical safety in wet, corrosive, or high-risk environments
Providing stable performance in distribution systems up to 690V
The reliability of an electrical distribution system depends heavily on the precision and responsiveness of its protection devices. The DZ20LE series enhances reliability in several ways:
It combines three crucial functions:
Overload protection using a thermal release
Short-circuit protection through an electromagnetic release
Leakage protection via built-in residual current monitoring
This integration ensures fast response and reduced downtime.
Most models allow customizable leakage trip settings, helping engineers match the breaker to application-specific demands.
The device is engineered for thousands of mechanical and electrical operations, maintaining long-term stability even under heavy loads.
It is suitable for industrial power grids that experience frequent voltage fluctuations, humidity, or dust.
The DZ20LE series is widely used in:
Industrial power distribution systems
Construction and commercial buildings
Heavy-duty machinery control panels
Warehouse and logistics electrical units
Agricultural and outdoor power systems
Water-risk areas such as pumps, wastewater stations, and refrigeration lines
In these applications, leakage risks are higher, making integrated RCCB functionality a major advantage.
Below is a simplified technical parameter table to help you understand its specs at a glance:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frame Current (Inm) | 100A, 225A, 400A, 630A |
| Rated Current (In) | 16A – 630A depending on model |
| Rated Voltage (Ue) | AC 380V / 400V / 415V / 660V |
| Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) | Up to 690V |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Poles | 3P / 4P |
| Leakage Protection | Adjustable residual current settings |
| Trip Mode | Thermal-magnetic + leakage trip |
| Breaking Capacity | High breaking capacity depending on model |
| Installation | Fixed or draw-out mode |
| Application | Power distribution / Motor protection / Leakage monitoring |
This combination of specifications ensures broad compatibility and high protective performance in demanding environments.
Comparing traditional MCCBs with the DZ20LE series reveals several advantages:
Standard MCCBs cannot detect leakage currents.
The DZ20LE series adds a vital safety layer, protecting both equipment and personnel.
Instead of installing an MCCB + separate RCCB device, the integrated design simplifies wiring and reduces panel size and cost.
Many countries now require or strongly recommend leakage protection in industrial and commercial facilities.
Fewer components mean fewer failure points, easier inspections, and faster troubleshooting.
Choosing the correct model depends on several key factors:
Motors, cables, and mixed loads each require specific settings.
Match rated current to the maximum consumption of the load.
Standard options include 30mA, 100mA, 300mA, and above depending on safety level.
High-humidity areas → lower leakage trip values
Industrial machinery → higher current capacity
3P for standard three-phase loads
4P for systems requiring neutral protection
Safety and efficiency go hand-in-hand. The DZ20LE series helps in:
By isolating leaks before they cause overheating.
By responding instantly to faults and protecting system components.
Leakage indicators and stable performance help operators identify issues early.
Through precise trip characteristics and compatibility with smart distribution systems.
Below are practical, user-focused questions and detailed answers designed to improve search visibility and user understanding.
A1:
Its primary function is to combine overload, short-circuit, and leakage protection into one device. It safeguards electrical systems from fire hazards, equipment damage, and electric shock by disconnecting the circuit during both current surges and residual-current leakage.
A2:
Using a single DZ20LE unit reduces wiring complexity, installation time, and equipment cost. It provides a coordinated, integrated protection response, which ensures faster fault isolation and improves overall system reliability.
A3:
Depending on the model, the series offers adjustable leakage trip values such as 30mA, 100mA, 300mA, or higher. This allows engineers to choose the optimal sensitivity for personal protection, equipment protection, or fire prevention.
A4:
It is widely used in industrial plants, building distribution panels, motor control centers, wastewater treatment facilities, outdoor power systems, and any environment where insulation failure or moisture increases leakage risks.
For product details, customized specifications, or distributor inquiries, please contact:
Shanghai FATO Group Co.,Ltd.
Your trusted partner for high-performance electrical protection solutions.