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Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- Handle Color:
- Black
- Series:
- Series C
- Shaft Length:
- 24 in
- Special Features:
- Used with K-frame
- Used With:
- K-frame
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Type:
- Universal Rotary
- Product Details:
- Universal Rotary
B-LINE KHMVD24B – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the B-Line KHMVD24B handle mechanism work on any Eaton molded case breaker, or only certain frames?
The KHMVD24B is built for K-frame Eaton Series C molded case circuit breakers only. Frame size is the deciding factor on rotary handle mechanisms, so if the breaker in the enclosure is an F-frame, J-frame or L-frame, this is the wrong mechanism and you need the version matched to that frame.
2) How long is the shaft on the KHMVD24B rotary handle mechanism, and what enclosure depth does that suit?
The shaft measures 24 inches. That length covers deep enclosures where the breaker sits well back from the door, and the shaft is cut to the actual distance between the breaker operator and the door during install. A shorter run is not a problem, since you trim to fit, but you cannot add length, so measure breaker-to-door before you order.
3) I'm replacing a failed door handle on an existing K-frame breaker enclosure. Is KHMVD24B the right part number?
If the existing breaker is an Eaton Series C K-frame and the original operator was a rotary type driven off a shaft, KHMVD24B is the matching universal rotary mechanism with a 24 inch shaft. Confirm the frame letter printed on the breaker face before ordering, because a J-frame or L-frame breaker in the same size enclosure takes a different mechanism.
4) What does a rotary handle mechanism like the KHMVD24B actually do on a panel?
It moves the ON/OFF operation of the molded case breaker out to the enclosure door. Instead of opening the door to reach the breaker toggle, the operator turns a door-mounted rotary handle, which drives the breaker through the shaft. This is the standard arrangement for disconnect enclosures and control panels where the electrician or maintenance tech needs to switch and lock out without exposing live parts. The KHMVD24B is the universal rotary type for K-frame Series C breakers.
5) What color is the KHMVD24B handle, and does it matter for a service disconnect?
Black. For a general-purpose disconnect or control panel that is the usual choice. If the application is a service entrance or emergency disconnect where a red handle on a yellow plate is called for by your local inspector, specify the handle color accordingly rather than using this one.
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Does the B-LINE KHMVD24B come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE KHMVD24B is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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