The ABB S202-K10 is a 2-pole miniature circuit breaker from the S200 series, rated 10 A with a K-curve trip characteristic. It's a UL 1077 supplemental protector, meaning it's intended for branch-circuit protection inside equipment — not as a service-entrance breaker. The 6 kA interrupting rating at 277 V AC handles moderate fault currents typical of control panels and OEM machinery.
What the K-Curve Means for Your Panel
Trip Curve K is a specialty curve — it sits between B and C on magnetic trip, but with a higher inrush tolerance. The magnetic trip threshold is roughly 8–12x rated current (80–120 A for this 10 A unit), which means it won't nuisance-trip on transformer inrush or motor start currents. That makes it a common pick for inductive loads like contactor coils, small transformers, and solenoid valves where a C-curve might be too sensitive and a D-curve might be too slow for the wire protection.
Mounting and Integration
Snaps onto standard 35 mm DIN rail. Two-pole width (about 36 mm) fits alongside other S200 series breakers in a multi-pole distribution block. The screw terminals accept up to 25 mm² conductor — typical for a 10 A branch in a control cabinet. No special busbar or comb needed for single-pole feed; just wire the line and load sides per the UL 1077 installation instructions.