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MCB is an acronym with several meanings across different fields. In electrical engineering, MCB stands for molded case circuit breaker, a protective device used in low-voltage power distribution to interrupt excess current and prevent damage from short circuits or overloads. MCBs are enclosed in molded plastic casings and rated by current (amps), voltage, and breaking capacity. They trip by thermal or magnetic mechanisms and come in types such as B, C, and D, which indicate different magnetic trip characteristics suitable for various loads. They are common in consumer units and distribution panels in homes and small businesses, and are replacing fuses in many installations.

In biology and academia, MCB often abbreviates molecular and cellular biology, a field that studies the structure

In finance, MCB Bank Limited (MCB Bank) is a major commercial bank in Pakistan with a broad

In military usage, MCB stands for Marine Corps Base or military base designations in the United States;

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