MCCB Breaker Price in Pakistan: 3 Pole and 4 Pole Types, Amp Frames, Trip Settings and Brand Ranges
MCCB breaker price in Pakistan starts at about PKR 4,600 for a small frame from budget brands and reaches over PKR 500,000 for the largest industrial frames. An MCCB, or moulded case circuit breaker, handles higher currents than an MCB and is used at the incomer of a house, a shop, a workshop or a factory. This page explains the frame sizes, the pole types, the trip settings, indicative rates by brand and how to choose one. Panel work should be done by a licensed electrician. For smaller breakers, see MCB breakers and the circuit breaker overview.
What an MCCB is
An MCCB is a breaker built inside a moulded plastic case, rated for higher currents than an MCB, from about 63 A up to 1,600 A. Many models have adjustable trip settings, so the breaker can be matched to the load and to the breakers downstream. It protects from overload and short circuit and also works as a main isolator.
3 pole and 4 pole MCCB
A 3 pole MCCB switches the three phases of a three-phase supply. A 4 pole MCCB also switches the neutral and is used where neutral isolation is required. Single-phase homes with a heavy incomer sometimes use a 2 pole unit. The pole count must suit the supply and the installation, and the electrician decides it.
MCCB breaker price in Pakistan
Rates depend on frame size, poles, adjustment and brand. These indicative ranges reflect typical retail figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| MCCB, 100 A frame, LS Electric class | From about PKR 4,600 |
| MCCB, 100 A frame, Schneider Easypact class | About PKR 10,000 |
| MCCB, 100 A frame, Chint class | From about PKR 12,500 |
| MCCB, 100 A frame, ABB class | From about PKR 16,000 |
| MCCB, 800 A frame, premium | From about PKR 147,000 |
| MCCB, 1,600 A frame, premium | From about PKR 517,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Frame size and rated current
The frame size is the maximum current the breaker body can carry, while the rated current is the setting. A 100 A frame can be set to 63, 80 or 100 A. Choose a frame above the load and set the rating to protect the cable. Buying the next frame up gives room to grow, but costs more.
Trip settings and breaking capacity
Thermal-magnetic MCCBs have an adjustable overload setting and a fixed or adjustable short-circuit setting. Electronic models offer finer adjustment. Breaking capacity, in kiloamperes, must exceed the possible fault current at the panel. A small-capacity MCCB on a strong supply is a risk, which is why the cheapest unit is rarely the right one.
Where an MCCB is used
- Main incomer. Of a house, shop or small factory.
- Sub-main. Feeding another board.
- Generator changeover. Alongside a changeover switch.
- Motors and pumps. Where the current is high.
Choosing a brand
Pick a reliable brand and check that the breaker carries clear markings and a real warranty. Our circuit breaker brands guide lists the common brands and their tiers. Always buy the exact poles, frame, rating and breaking capacity your electrician specifies.
Installation and safety
Panel work should be done by a licensed electrician. MCCBs are connected with lugs and tightened to the maker's torque. Loose connections overheat, so they must be checked. Switch off upstream before any work, label the breaker and keep the board closed and dry.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 100 A MCCB generally costs about PKR 4,600 to 16,000 depending on brand, while large frames such as 800 A cost from about PKR 147,000 and 1,600 A frames from about PKR 517,000. Poles, adjustment and breaking capacity also change the rate.
An MCB is small and fixed, used for lighting and socket circuits. An MCCB is larger, carries higher current, often has adjustable trip settings and is used at the incomer or on sub-mains. Both protect against overload and short circuit.
The pole count is the number of conductors the breaker switches. A 3 pole breaker switches three phases. A 4 pole breaker also switches the neutral. The right choice depends on the supply and the installation, so an electrician should decide.
It depends on the total load and the supply cable. Many houses use a 63 to 100 A breaker at the incomer, but an electrician should calculate it. The breaker must protect the cable and suit the utility connection. Ask for a written load calculation, because a breaker that is too large leaves the cable unprotected.
Yes, but the supply must be isolated from the mains correctly, normally through a changeover switch. Wrong wiring can feed power back into the grid, which is dangerous, so a licensed electrician should do the work. Never plug a generator into a wall socket, because that sends power back to the street lines.
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