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Eaton BAB Series Quicklag Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breaker, Bolt-On

Eaton BAB Series Quicklag Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breaker, Bolt-On

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Model: BAB1025
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Eaton BAB Series Quicklag Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breaker, Bolt-On

The Eaton BAB Series Quicklag Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breaker delivers dependable overcurrent protection for demanding electrical systems, backed by an HACR rating for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration applications. Built with bolt-on mounting for a secure mechanical and electrical connection, this industrial-grade breaker carries a 10 kAIC interrupt rating for reliable fault current interruption. The BAB family spans multiple amperage, pole, and voltage configurations to fit a wide range of panelboard applications.

Key Features

  • HACR Rating: Specifically designed and tested for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment applications with enhanced motor protection capabilities.
  • 10 kAIC Interrupt Rating: Delivers reliable fault current interruption capability up to 10,000 amperes for comprehensive system protection.
  • Bolt-On Mounting: Ensures secure mechanical connection and reliable electrical contact for industrial and commercial installations.
  • Quicklag Thermal-Magnetic Technology: Combines thermal and magnetic trip mechanisms for accurate overcurrent detection and fast fault clearing.
  • Shunt Trip Capability: Enables remote tripping for emergency shutdown and automated control system integration.
  • Ring or Spade Lug Terminals: Accommodates flexible wiring connections for various conductor types and installation requirements.

Certifications & Compliance

  • HACR Rated for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Equipment

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Typical Applications

  • HVAC Equipment Protection
  • Industrial Motor Control Centers
  • Commercial Refrigeration Systems
  • Manufacturing Facility Power Distribution
  • Process Control Equipment
  • Emergency Power Systems

Why Eaton?

Eaton BAB circuit breakers deliver proven reliability with HACR rating certification and robust bolt-on mounting design. The Quicklag thermal-magnetic technology ensures accurate protection while the 10 kAIC interrupt rating provides dependable fault current handling for professional electrical installations requiring superior overcurrent protection.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Type:
Circuit Breaker
Series:
BAB
Listing:
HACR Rated
Configuration:
Bolt-On Mounting
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Circuit Breakers
Product Subgroup:
Electrical

Eaton BAB1025 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will an Eaton BAB breaker fit a plug-on load center?
No. The BAB Quicklag breakers are bolt-on, meaning they fasten mechanically to the panelboard bus rather than clipping on. If your enclosure is a plug-in style load center, a bolt-on breaker will not seat in it. You need a panelboard with bolt-on bus provisions. The trade-off is that the bolted connection holds up better to vibration and thermal cycling, which is why it is the common choice in industrial panels and motor control centers.
2) Can I use an Eaton BAB breaker on an air conditioning or refrigeration circuit?
Yes, the BAB Quicklag breakers are HACR rated, so they are tested for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment where the load is a motor with inrush current rather than a steady resistive draw. That is the rating an inspector looks for on a condensing unit or walk-in cooler circuit.
3) What fault current can an Eaton BAB Quicklag breaker interrupt?
10 kAIC, or 10,000 amperes. That is the number to check against the available fault current at your panel. If the engineer's short circuit study puts available fault current above 10 kA at that bus, the BAB is not the right breaker and you need a higher AIC device or series-rated combination.
4) What amperages and pole counts does the Eaton BAB series come in?
The BAB family runs from 10A up to the 100-125A range, in 1-pole, 2-pole, and 3-pole configurations. Pole count follows the circuit: 1-pole for a 120V branch, 2-pole for a 240V single-phase load like a compressor or heater, 3-pole for three-phase equipment.
5) Is there a BAB breaker that can be tripped remotely for an emergency shutdown?
Yes. Shunt trip versions of the BAB are available, including a low voltage shunt trip variant. A shunt trip lets a remote contact, fire alarm relay, or emergency stop open the breaker without anyone standing at the panel, which is how elevator recall, hood suppression, and E-stop circuits are typically wired. You have to order the shunt trip version specifically; it is not something added to a standard BAB in the field.
6) What voltage ratings are available on Eaton BAB breakers?
BAB breakers are offered at 120/240V and 240 Vac. The 120/240V rating covers the usual single-phase residential and light commercial panel; 240 Vac covers straight 240V applications. Match the breaker's voltage rating to the system voltage at the panel, not to the load.
7) What is the non-automatic switch version of the BAB breaker for?
A non-automatic version is built as a disconnecting switch, not an overcurrent device. It looks and mounts like a breaker but does not trip on overload, so it is used where you need a manual disconnecting means in the panel and the overcurrent protection is provided somewhere else upstream. Do not substitute it for a standard BAB on a branch circuit that needs overcurrent protection.
8) Which BAB breaker should I use on a parking lot or warehouse lighting circuit?
Look for the HID duty or HID rated version. High intensity discharge and other ballasted lighting draws a long inrush on startup that will nuisance-trip a standard breaker sized to the running load. The HID-rated BAB is built to ride through that inrush.
9) What kind of wire terminations do Eaton BAB breakers take?
Ring or spade lug terminals are offered on the BAB, which matters when you are landing a pre-terminated conductor or working in a panel where the wiring is built up on a harness rather than stripped and clamped. Confirm which termination style your conductors are prepared for before you pick the variant, since ring and spade lugs are not interchangeable on the same crimp.
10) Is the thermal-magnetic trip in a BAB breaker different from a plain thermal breaker?
Yes, and it matters on motor loads. Quicklag thermal-magnetic construction uses two mechanisms: a thermal element that responds to sustained overload over time, and a magnetic element that opens fast on a hard short. A purely thermal device is slower to clear a bolted fault. That combination is part of why the BAB suits HVAC and motor control work.
How fast can I get the Eaton BAB1025 delivered?
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Does the Eaton BAB1025 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Eaton BAB1025 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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