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    Mar 2, 2007, 09:55 AM
    Meaning of 'AP Rating' on Circuit Breakers
    What does the 'AP Rating' on Circuit Breakers represent?
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    Mar 2, 2007, 10:01 AM
    Never saw "AP" on any circuit breaker, can you show one that does? Provide a make and model?
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    Mar 5, 2007, 03:36 AM
    Hi ,
    I think you have combined Amp & poles togather .
    i.e. 40A ,3p.

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