- Provides a manual means of energizing and de-energizing a circuit
- Easy plug in connections in Siemens load centers and meter combos
- Accepts #14-6 AWG Cu or #14-6 AWG Al wire
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Product Overview
- 2-pole, 30 Amp, 120-Volt/240-Volt type QP interchangeable circuit breaker
- 10,000 AIC interrupting rating
- Siemens type QP circuit breakers provide easy plug-in connections in Siemens enclosures and the time saving insta-wire feature
- Compatible with Siemens PL and ES series load centers
- Use for overload and short-circuit protection of your electrical system
- Thermal-magnetic
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Product Overview
- Provides a manual means of energizing and de-energizing a circuit
- Easy plug in connections in Siemens load centers and meter combos
- Accepts #14-6 AWG Cu or #14-6 AWG Al wire
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| Name | 30 Amp Double-Pole Type QP Circuit Breaker | CH 30 Amp 2-Pole Circuit Breaker with Trip Flag | QO 50 Amp 2-Pole Circuit Breaker | QO 30 Amp 2-Pole Circuit Breaker |
| Price | $991 | $1800 | $1999 | $1999 |
| Ratings | (513) | (203) | (691) | (691) |
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| Interruption Type | Standard Trip | Standard Trip | Standard Trip | Standard Trip |
| Maximum Amperage (amps) | 30 | 30 | 50 | 30 |
| Pack Size | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Distribution Features | No Additional Features | Trip Indicator | Trip Indicator | Trip Indicator |
| Mounting Type | Bolt On | Plug-On | Plug-On | Plug-On |
| Product Weight (lb.) | .50 lb | .55 | 0.61 | 0.55 |
| Voltage (volts) | 240 | 240 | 120/240 | 120/240 |
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Can this breaker be used in my siemens 200 amp breaker box to feed a 100 amp sub panel in detached garage.
Asked by Don March 1, 2018Yes it should, if your panel takes QP type breaker
I have a 20 amp double pole QPF breaker on my pool filter pump. Can I replace it with a 20 amp d...
Asked by Mike May 2, 2019Siemens Type QPF is a double pole GFCI Breaker. Siemens QP is a double pole breaker. You need the GFCI protection for personnel on your pool filter pump
Description says "Accepts #14-6 AWG Cu or #14-6 AWG Al wire" Will it also accept 12-3 wire?
Asked by minisplitwiring November 12, 2019No
For a hot water heater do you use 30 or 40amp
Asked by Bama July 20, 2018It depends on the rating of the hot water heater. 30A is adequate up to about 6600W. 40A is good up to 8800W. It also depends on your wiring. Don't use a 40A breaker if your wiring can't handle that much current. You can search for "current by wire gauge" to find out how much current your wires can handle. Most water heaters have two heating elements but only one is on at a time. Check your water heater specifications.
Will these breaker work on a Siemens Model # MC2040B1200ESC Thanks
Asked by al October 5, 2018No, the QO Breaker is for the Square D QO panel. You need ITE breakers for Siemans.
We have a federated Pacific box, we need to replace 2- 30 amp thick, 2pole circuit breaker. We we...
Asked by CHERYL January 26, 2018They may physically fit but I would replace only with Federal Pacific (FP) or the Connecticut Electric due to liability concerns both are U.L. listed for FP panels . Lowes can order the Connecticut and Home Depot can order the FP. FP has a bad history and should you have a fire related to the panel there is the possibility that your fire insurance could decline coverage due to the breaker not being UL listed for the FP panel.
What does QP mean?
Asked by Cottage November 21, 2018"QP" is just the designation of breaker type. It has no specific meaning. ITE previously manufactured the Type EQ-P breaker. The "E" was dropped in the late 1970's when series ratings were introduced.
What is it used for
Asked by Mac August 6, 2018Hot water heaters and clothes dryers are the most common uses for these. Maybe dishwashers too.
Am planning to install a Garage Heater 5000W . Would this be sufficient? Also the listing says it...
Asked by SunnyD November 16, 2018We cannot assist with sizing your breakers to load of equipment as this would need to be addressed by a licensed electrician. As long as the continuous load of the heater does not exceed 24amps, a 30a breaker would be acceptable. The breaker will accommodate a 10-2 wire. wire ranges for this breaker are (1)#14-#6 AWG CU/AL.
What is the maximum conductor size
Asked by ben March 3, 2016#6 copper is the minimum according to code, but you could fit larger conductors in the terminals
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