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Eaton BR Series Fire-Guard AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker 2-Pole 120/240V 10 kAIC Arc Fault Protection System

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Eaton BR Series Fire-Guard AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker 2-Pole 120/240V 10 kAIC Arc Fault Protection System

Professional Arc Fault Circuit Interruption for Enhanced Electrical Safety

The Eaton BR Series Fire-Guard AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker delivers advanced arc fault protection with reliable 2-pole operation at 120/240V and 10 kAIC interrupt rating. This UL 1699 certified breaker features combination arc fault detection technology and common trip functionality, designed specifically for Type BR Loadcenters to provide comprehensive electrical safety in residential and commercial applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 10 kAIC Interrupt Rating: Provides robust fault current interruption capability for enhanced electrical system protection and safety.
  • Combination Arc Fault Detection: Advanced Fire-Guard technology detects both series and parallel arc faults, preventing potential fire hazards before they develop.
  • Two-Pole Common Trip Design: Ensures simultaneous disconnection of both poles for 240V load applications, maintaining proper circuit isolation and safety.
  • UL 1699 Certification: Meets stringent safety standards for arc fault circuit interrupters, ensuring reliable performance and code compliance.
  • Type BR Compatibility: Engineered specifically for Eaton Type BR Loadcenters, ensuring proper fit and optimal electrical performance.
  • Versatile Wire Compatibility: Accommodates #14-4 AWG Cu/Al conductors, providing flexibility for various installation requirements.
  • Compact Design: 1.25" height and 6" depth profile maximizes panel space efficiency while maintaining full protection capabilities.

Technical Specifications

  • Catalog Notes: Combination Fireguard/Arc Fault, Common trip refers to two-pole 240V load application sourced by 12
  • Certifications: UL 1699
  • Compliances: Federal Specifications Classification W-C375
  • Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  • Main Circuit Breaker: BR
  • Number Of Poles: Two-pole
  • Product Details: FIRE-GUARD AFCI Combination circuit breaker
  • Product Height: 1.25 in
  • Product Length Depth: 6 in
  • Product Weight: .45 lb
  • Special Features: Combination arc fault
  • Trip Type: Common trip
  • Used With: Type BR Loadcenters
  • Voltage Rating: 120/240 V
  • Wire Size: #14-4 AWG Cu/Al

Professional Applications

  • Residential Electrical Panels
  • Commercial Building Protection
  • Multi-Unit Properties
  • Professional Offices
  • Retail Establishments
  • Light Industrial Facilities
  • Code Compliance Upgrades

Why Choose Eaton Quality?

Eaton BR Series circuit breakers deliver proven reliability with UL 1699 certification and Federal Specifications compliance. The compact .45 lb design and robust construction ensure long-term performance in demanding electrical applications, backed by Eaton's commitment to electrical safety innovation.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Certifications:
UL 1699
Compliances:
Federal Specifications Classification W-C375
Interrupt Rating:
10 kAIC
Main Circuit Breaker:
BR
Number Of Poles:
Two-pole
Product Details:
FIRE-GUARD AFCI Combination circuit breaker
Product Height:
1.25 in
Product Length Depth:
6 in
Product Weight:
.45 lb
Special Features:
Combination arc fault
Trip Type:
Common trip
Used With:
Type BR Loadcenters
Voltage Rating:
120/240 V
Wire Size:
#14-4 AWG Cu/Al
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Circuit Breakers
Product Type:
Circuit Breaker
Product Subgroup:
Electrical

Eaton BRL220CAF – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will an Eaton BR Fire-Guard AFCI 2-pole breaker fit a Square D or Siemens panel?
No. The BR Fire-Guard AFCI is built for Eaton Type BR loadcenters only. Type BR breakers use a different mounting and bus interface than Square D QO/Homeline or Siemens/Murray panels, so it will not seat correctly in those. Check the panel label or the existing breakers in the box: if they are stamped BR, this is the right family. If the panel is Eaton CH (the other Eaton line), a BR breaker does not belong there either.
2) I am replacing a standard 2-pole 20A BR breaker with an AFCI. What changes in the panel?
The BRL220CAF drops into the same two spaces on the BR bus, but the wiring is not a straight swap. A standard breaker takes only the hot conductors; the AFCI also needs the circuit neutral landed on the breaker's neutral terminal and its own coiled pigtail landed on the panel neutral bar. That means pulling the circuit neutral off the neutral bar and identifying which one belongs to that circuit, which is the step that eats the time on a retrofit. Conductors from #14 to #4 AWG, copper or aluminum, land on the breaker.
3) I need AFCI protection on a 240V circuit. Will a 2-pole AFCI breaker cover it?
That is exactly what this one is for. Two poles with common trip means a fault sensed on either pole opens both, so a 240V load is fully de-energized instead of left with one leg live. It works at 120/240V, so it also covers a multiwire branch circuit sharing a neutral between two 120V legs. A single-pole AFCI cannot do either job.
4) Does this Eaton AFCI breaker include ground fault protection too?
No. Fire-Guard is arc fault only, a combination AFCI under UL 1699. It will not satisfy a GFCI requirement for a bathroom, kitchen counter, garage, or outdoor receptacle. Where the circuit needs both, you want a dual-function AFCI/GFCI breaker or an AFCI breaker paired with GFCI receptacles at the outlets.
5) Does this Eaton breaker catch both series and parallel arc faults, or only one type?
Both. It is a combination-type AFCI, which is what the word combination means on the label: series arcing (a loose terminal or a nicked strand in the run) as well as parallel arcing (a damaged cable shorting line to neutral or ground). A branch/feeder-only device catches parallel faults but not series ones, so the combination unit is what most branch-circuit AFCI requirements call for. It carries UL 1699 certification.
6) Can I use this Eaton AFCI breaker on a federal or government project?
It is listed as compliant with Federal Specifications Classification W-C375 and certified to UL 1699. Those are the two designations a government or institutional spec writer typically asks for on a molded case branch breaker, so it can be submitted where the drawing calls out either.
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