2C2.5UM Circuit Breaker Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 2C2.5UM is a thermal magnetic circuit breaker manufactured by Altech Corporation, part of the V-EA series. This DIN rail-mounted breaker is rated for 2.5A at 480V AC and 80V DC, featuring a lever actuator and dual-pole configuration. The product is active and widely available with 775 units in stock. Substitute parts are necessary when specific inventory constraints exist, when alternative approval certifications are required for regional compliance, or when design flexibility permits selection from equivalent models within the same electrical and mechanical parameter set.

Substiute Parts

2C2.5UM

Altech CorporationIn Stock: 8802C2.5UM Datasheet

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2D2.5UM

Altech CorporationIn Stock: 10052D2.5UM Datasheet

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2E2.5UM

Altech CorporationIn Stock: 10752E2.5UM Datasheet

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2G2.5UM

Altech CorporationIn Stock: 11542G2.5UM Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

All substitute parts for the 2C2.5UM maintain identical electrical and mechanical parameters: 2.5A current rating, 480V AC and 80V DC voltage ratings, thermal magnetic operation, dual-pole lever-actuated configuration, and DIN rail mounting. The substitutes are 2D2.5UM, 2E2.5UM, and 2G2.5UM, all from Altech Corporation's V-EA series.

Substitution eligibility is determined by the following criteria:

• Current Rating: 2.5A (all substitutes match)
• Voltage Ratings: 480V AC / 80V DC (all substitutes match)
• Breaker Type: Thermal Magnetic (all substitutes match)
• Mounting Configuration: DIN Rail, 2-pole, lever actuator (all substitutes match)
• Series Compatibility: V-EA (all substitutes match)
• RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 Compliant (all substitutes match)

Differences exist only in approval agency certifications. The 2C2.5UM and 2D2.5UM carry CSA, UL508, and VDE approvals, while 2E2.5UM and 2G2.5UM carry CSA and UL508 approvals only. Selection among these parts depends on regional regulatory requirements and certification mandates for the end application.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four part numbers are active products with full stock availability. Selection should be based on certification requirements for the target market and application:

• 2C2.5UM and 2D2.5UM: Select when VDE certification is mandatory for European markets or when application standards explicitly require triple-agency approval (CSA, UL508, VDE).

• 2E2.5UM and 2G2.5UM: Select when CSA and UL508 certifications satisfy regulatory requirements. These parts offer higher inventory levels (1060 and 1133 units respectively) and are suitable for North American applications where VDE certification is not required.

All parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting environmental compliance standards. Mechanical and electrical interchangeability is complete across all four models within the V-EA series.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 2E2.5UM or 2G2.5UM be used in place of 2C2.5UM?

A: Yes, provided the application does not require VDE certification. All electrical parameters (2.5A, 480V AC, 80V DC) and mechanical specifications (DIN rail mounting, 2-pole, lever actuator, thermal magnetic operation) are identical. Verify that CSA and UL508 certifications satisfy your regulatory requirements.

Q: What is the difference between 2C2.5UM and 2D2.5UM?

A: Both parts carry identical electrical ratings, mechanical configurations, and approval certifications (CSA, UL508, VDE). They are fully interchangeable. The difference is in base product designation and inventory availability (775 vs. 902 units).

Q: Are all substitute parts from the same manufacturer?

A: Yes. All four part numbers (2C2.5UM, 2D2.5UM, 2E2.5UM, 2G2.5UM) are manufactured by Altech Corporation and belong to the V-EA series.

Q: Which part should I select if inventory is critical?

A: 2G2.5UM has the highest inventory level at 1133 units, followed by 2E2.5UM at 1060 units. Both carry CSA and UL508 certifications. Select based on your certification requirements.

Q: Are these parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All four parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting environmental and hazardous substance restrictions.

Q: Can I mix these part numbers in the same installation?

A: Yes. All parts are mechanically and electrically identical within the V-EA series and can be used together in multi-breaker installations, provided the overall system certification requirements are met.