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Eaton BR Series 2 Pole Plug-On Thermal-Magnetic Breaker 120/240V, 10 kAIC, Common Trip

Eaton BR Series 2-Pole Plug-On Circuit Breaker 120/240V 10 kAIC Common Trip

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Model: BR250B

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Eaton BR Series 2-Pole Plug-On Circuit Breaker 120/240V 10 kAIC Common Trip

Professional thermal-magnetic protection for residential and commercial applications

The Eaton BR Series 2-Pole Plug-On Circuit Breaker delivers reliable electrical protection with 120/240V operation and 10 kAIC interrupt rating. This thermal-magnetic breaker features common trip functionality and plug-on mounting for easy installation in Type BR loadcenters. UL 489 certified for professional electrical applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 10 kAIC Interrupt Rating: Provides robust fault current protection for enhanced electrical safety and system reliability.
  • Two-Pole Common Trip Design: Ensures simultaneous disconnection of both poles for complete circuit isolation and enhanced protection.
  • Plug-On Mounting Method: Enables quick and secure installation without additional hardware or complex wiring procedures.
  • 120/240V Operation: Compatible with standard residential and light commercial voltage systems for versatile applications.
  • UL 489 Certification: Meets rigorous safety and performance standards for professional electrical installations.
  • BR Series Compatibility: Designed specifically for Type BR loadcenters ensuring proper fit and optimal performance.
  • Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Combines thermal overload and magnetic short-circuit protection for comprehensive circuit safeguarding.

Technical Specifications

  • Certifications: UL 489
  • Circuit Breaker Type: BR
  • Compliances: Federal Specifications Classification W-C375
  • Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  • Item Quantity: 28
  • Main Circuit Breaker: BR
  • Mounting Method: Plug-on
  • Number Of Poles: Two-pole
  • Product Details: Type BR 1-Inch plug-on circuit breaker
  • Trip Type: Common breaker trip
  • Used With: Type BR Loadcenters

Professional Applications

  • Residential electrical panels and distribution systems
  • Commercial building electrical protection
  • Light industrial facility power distribution
  • Multi-unit residential properties
  • Professional office electrical systems
  • Retail establishment power management
  • Service and maintenance applications

Why Choose Eaton Quality?

Eaton BR Series circuit breakers provide dependable electrical protection with UL 489 certification and compliance with Federal Specifications Classification W-C375. The robust 10 kAIC interrupt rating and thermal-magnetic design ensure long-term reliability in demanding electrical applications.

Manufacturer Resources

Spec Sheet

Product Specs

Certifications:
UL 489
Circuit Breaker Type:
BR
Compliances:
Federal Specifications Classification W-C375
Interrupt Rating:
10 kAIC
Item Quantity:
28
Main Circuit Breaker:
BR
Mounting Method:
Plug-on
Number Of Poles:
Two-pole
Product Details:
Type BR 1-Inch plug-on circuit breaker
Trip Type:
Common breaker trip
Used With:
Type BR Loadcenters
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Circuit Breakers
Product Type:
Circuit Breaker

Eaton BR250B – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will an Eaton BR2020 or BR230 breaker fit my Square D or Siemens panel?
No. The Eaton BR two-pole breakers are Type BR plug-on units built for Type BR loadcenters only. Square D (Homeline or QO) and Siemens panels use different bus stab geometry and will not accept a BR breaker, even if the amperage matches. Check the label inside your panel door for the accepted breaker types before ordering.
2) Does the Eaton BR 2-pole breaker trip both legs at once?
Yes, it is a common trip design, so an overload or fault on either leg opens both poles together. That is what a 240V load such as a water heater, dryer, range or a well pump requires, and it is also what the code expects for a multiwire branch circuit sharing a neutral. A handle-tied pair of single-poles is not the same thing.
3) How many panel spaces does an Eaton BR 2-pole breaker take up?
Two adjacent full-size spaces. The BR is a 1-inch-per-pole frame, so a two-pole unit occupies two stacked 1-inch positions on the bus and picks up both hot legs for 120/240V. Count your open slots as a pair, not two separate gaps at opposite ends of the panel.
4) What amp ratings does the Eaton BR 2-pole breaker come in?
Fifteen ratings across the two-pole BR line: 15A (BR215), 20A (BR220), 25A (BR225), 30A (BR230), 35A (BR235), 40A (BR240), 45A (BR245), 50A (BR250), 55A (BR255), 60A (BR260), 80A (BR280), 90A (BR290), 100A (BR2100) and 125A (BR2125), plus a twin 20A/20A unit (BR2020). That spread covers everything from a 240V baseboard heater circuit up to a subpanel feeder.
5) What is the difference between the BR220 and the BR220B breaker?
Amperage is identical at 20A two-pole. The B suffix marks the Special Application version with a tapped molded opening, an extra mounting provision in the case. Standard versions are offered at 15A through 125A; the tapped variants are stocked at 20A (BR220B), 30A (BR230B), 40A (BR240B) and 50A (BR250B). For an ordinary loadcenter installation, order the standard version.
6) Can I use the BR2020 twin breaker to add two 20A circuits without adding panel spaces?
The BR2020 is a 20A/20A unit in the two-pole BR body. Whether your loadcenter accepts tandem or twin breakers, and in which slots, is determined by the panel's own listing, printed on the label inside the door. If the label does not permit them at that position, the installation is not code compliant no matter that the breaker plugs in.
7) Is the Eaton BR breaker UL listed for a government or institutional spec job?
The BR two-pole breakers are UL 489 certified and meet Federal Specifications Classification W-C375. That is the pairing most public agency and institutional submittals ask for on molded case branch breakers, so the spec sheet clears a federal or municipal facility submittal without a substitution request.
8) Does the Eaton BR 2-pole breaker protect against both overloads and short circuits?
Both. It is a thermal-magnetic breaker: a bimetal element handles sustained overload, such as a motor drawing over its rating for minutes, while the magnetic element trips near-instantly on a bolted short. Note this is a straight thermal-magnetic breaker, not a GFCI or AFCI, so where the code calls for ground-fault or arc-fault protection on that circuit you need a BR-series GFCI or AFCI breaker instead.
9) I am standardizing breakers across a multi-family portfolio. Can I stock one BR type for all my buildings?
Any building whose panels are Eaton Type BR loadcenters can run off one stock of BR breakers, and the 15A through 125A two-pole range covers nearly every 240V circuit you will meet, from a 30A dryer to a 100A subpanel feed. What you cannot do is standardize across mixed panel brands. Walk the properties and note which are BR loadcenters first, because a BR breaker will not plug into another manufacturer's bus.
10) Do I need any mounting hardware or bolts to install an Eaton BR 2-pole breaker?
No extra hardware. Plug-on mounting means the breaker hooks the panel rail and snaps onto the bus stabs, then you land the circuit conductors on its lugs. No mounting screws, no bolt-on adapter. Kill the main and verify dead at the bus before you seat it.
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Does the Eaton BR250B come with a warranty?
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