Circuit Breaker Price in Pakistan: MCB, MCCB and RCCB Types, Amp Ratings, Brand Ranges and How to Choose
Circuit breaker price in Pakistan runs from about PKR 300 for a basic single-pole MCB to well over PKR 100,000 for a large moulded-case breaker, because the type, the amp rating and the brand all change the rate. A circuit breaker cuts the supply automatically when current is too high, which protects wires and appliances from overload and short circuit. This page explains the three main types, how to read the rating, indicative rates by brand and how to choose one. Panel work should be done by a licensed electrician. See the detail pages for MCB, MCCB and RCCB.
What a circuit breaker does
A circuit breaker is a switch that opens by itself when the current is higher than its rating. A thermal part reacts to a slow overload and a magnetic part reacts to a sudden short circuit. Unlike a fuse, a breaker is reset by hand, so it protects the wiring without being replaced each time it trips.
The three main types
Homes and small shops use three families, and each guards against something different.
| Type | Used for | Typical rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCB, miniature circuit breaker | Lighting, sockets and single appliances | 6 to 63 A |
| MCCB, moulded case circuit breaker | Main incomer, sub-mains, workshops | 63 to 1,600 A |
| RCCB, residual current breaker | Shock and earth leakage protection | 25 to 100 A |
Circuit breaker price in Pakistan by type
Rates depend on type, pole count, rating and brand. These indicative ranges show what buyers generally see.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Single-pole MCB, local to mid brands | PKR 300 - 1,200 |
| Two-pole MCB, mid brands | PKR 900 - 2,500 |
| Three-pole MCB, 63 to 125 A, premium | From about PKR 10,900 |
| MCCB, 100 A frame, mid brands | PKR 4,600 - 16,000 |
| MCCB, 800 A frame, premium | From about PKR 147,000 |
| RCCB, 2 pole, 25 to 40 A | PKR 4,500 - 13,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Brand ranges
Retail starting prices for a basic MCB differ by brand. They are a guide to the tier, not a recommendation. Our circuit breaker brands guide compares them in more detail.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Himel and Chint MCB, from | About PKR 760 - 900 |
| LS Electric MCB, from | About PKR 950 |
| Schneider Electric MCB, from | About PKR 1,150 |
| Orange Electric MCB, from | About PKR 1,200 |
| ABB MCB, from | About PKR 6,000 |
| Hager and Terasaki MCB, from | About PKR 10,400 - 19,500 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
How to read a breaker rating
The label shows the current in amperes, the number of poles, the voltage and the breaking capacity in kiloamperes. The curve letter, such as B, C or D, shows how fast the breaker reacts to a surge. Home circuits usually use a C curve. Breaking capacity should be higher than the fault current at the panel, which is why a small-capacity breaker is a poor saving.
Choosing the right amp rating
The breaker rating must protect the wire, not just match the appliance. A common home layout uses 6 or 10 A for lighting, 16 or 20 A for sockets, and 32 A or more for an air conditioner or a geyser on its own line. Never fit a bigger breaker just to stop it tripping, because the wire may then overheat. A licensed electrician sizes the breaker from the load and the cable size. Our wire and cable guide explains cable sizes.
Where each breaker goes in a house
A typical house has a main breaker or an MCCB at the incomer, an RCCB for leakage protection and separate MCBs for each circuit in the distribution board. Heavy loads such as an air conditioner or a geyser get their own breaker. Keep a label on each way, so you can switch off the right circuit in an emergency.
Safety and good practice
Panel work should be done by a licensed electrician. Do not bypass a breaker with wire, do not mix undersized cable with a large breaker and keep the board dry and covered. If a breaker trips again and again, find the cause instead of fitting a bigger one. Genuine breakers are marked clearly and have the same weight and finish as the brand, so buy from a reliable seller.
Frequently Asked Questions
A basic single-pole MCB can cost about PKR 300 to 1,200, a two-pole MCB about PKR 900 to 2,500, an RCCB about PKR 4,500 to 13,000 and an MCCB from about PKR 4,600 to over PKR 147,000 for large frames, depending on brand and rating.
An MCB protects a circuit from overload and short circuit at lower currents. An MCCB does the same at higher currents and often has adjustable settings. An RCCB protects people from earth leakage and shock. A good panel normally uses all three.
An air conditioner usually needs its own breaker sized to its load and the cable, often 20 to 32 A for a home unit. A licensed electrician should confirm the rating, because the wire and the breaker must be matched.
A breaker trips because of overload, a short circuit or an earth fault. Unplug devices and reset it once. If it trips again, there is a fault, and an electrician should find it. Fitting a bigger breaker is dangerous because the wire may overheat.
Genuine breakers from reliable makers are safe. Fake or unbranded breakers may not trip when they should. Buy from a trusted seller, check the markings, the weight and the box, and avoid prices that look far below the market. Fake units can fail to trip when a real fault occurs.
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