NB270 – FEDERAL PIONEER 2P70A 120/240V BOLT ON 10kA BREAKER

Standard · 70A · 2-Pole · 120/240V · Bolt-On

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.

Add to Quote
Specifications
BrandFederal Pioneer
TypeStandard (Thermal-Magnetic)
Amperage70 A
Poles2-Pole
Voltage120/240V
Interrupting Rating10 kA
MountingBolt-On
Frame / SeriesNB
Catalogue #NB270
Panel Compatibility

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.

✓Same-Day Pickup
Calgary · Edmonton · Vancouver
✓Unmatched Experience
Electrical product experts
✓50,000+ Products
50+ years in the trade
✓Ships Canada-Wide
From our Western counters
Request a Quote

Customer Reviews

Looking for pricing, stock or delivery?

Reviews are for product feedback and are not monitored by our sales team. For a price, availability or lead time on this part, send a quote request — we reply from our Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver counters.

No reviews yet for this product. If you have used it, your feedback helps other trades people choose the right part.

Be the first to review this product

Your email address will not be published. Reviews are checked before they appear.


Related Products

Contact Northern Breaker Group

Experience the advantage of working with Canada's fastest growing electrical supply network—where local expertise meets national capabilities.
Whether you’re a contractor needing same-day pickup in Calgary, an facility manager sourcing obsolete parts in Edmonton, or a Vancouver electrician requiring marine-rated components, Northern Breaker Group is your trusted electrical supply partner.

For General Inquiries:

Visit any of our three locations or use our online quote system to connect with the Northern Breaker Group network.

Reach out to us today to discuss your needs.