The NB270 – Federal Pioneer 2P70A 120/240V Bolt On Circuit Breaker is designed for reliable performance in residential and commercial applications. With a robust 10kA interrupting capacity, this dual pole breaker ensures your electrical system remains safe and efficient. Ideal for various setups, it offers peace of mind for your circuit protection needs.
| Brand | Federal Pioneer |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard (Thermal-Magnetic) |
| Amperage | 70 A |
| Poles | 2-Pole |
| Voltage | 120/240V |
| Interrupting Rating | 10 kA |
| Mounting | Bolt-On |
| Frame / Series | NB |
| Catalogue # | NB270 |
The Federal Pioneer NB270 is a bolt-on style breaker from the NB series, designed to fit Federal Pioneer Stab-Lok panelboards that accept NB-frame bolt-on breakers. It is rated 2-pole, 70A, 120/240V with a 10kA interrupting capacity, making it suitable for residential and light commercial loadcentres of the correct series.
Federal Pioneer Stab-Lok panels were widely installed across Canada and this bolt-on variant is distinct from the plug-in Stab-Lok style — ensure your panel accepts bolt-on NB-frame devices before ordering. Send us your panel model number and we'll confirm compatibility.
Federal Pioneer breakers are no longer manufactured under that brand, making the NB270 a hard-to-find item. Northern Breaker Group specializes in obsolete and discontinued Canadian breakers — we maintain stock of Federal Pioneer NB-series units and can source them for you. Contact one of our Calgary, Edmonton, or Vancouver counters or request a quote online.
Federal Pioneer produced two main residential breaker styles: the well-known Stab-Lok plug-in design and a bolt-on design (NB series). The NB270 uses a bolt-on mounting method, meaning it fastens mechanically to the bus bar with hardware rather than snapping on. These two types are NOT interchangeable — always verify which mounting style your panel requires before purchasing.
No — Federal Pioneer NB-series bolt-on breakers are not universally interchangeable with other brands. Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) requires that replacement breakers be approved for use in the specific panelboard. Only a breaker certified as compatible with your Federal Pioneer panel should be installed. Contact us with your panel model and we'll help identify the correct approved replacement.
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