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Eaton BR Series Two-Pole Residential Surge Circuit Breaker

Eaton BR Series Two-Pole Residential Surge Circuit Breaker

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Model: BR250SUR

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Eaton BR Series Two-Pole Residential Surge Circuit Breaker

The Eaton BR Series Two-Pole Residential Surge Circuit Breaker is a Type BR surge breaker engineered to protect residential branch circuits from transient voltage spikes and disturbances on the electrical system. Featuring a 36 kA surge current rating and a 10 kA nominal discharge current, this two-pole breaker is UL 489 Listed for dependable, code-compliant performance in residential load centers. Its compact form factor integrates directly into Eaton BR-series panelboards, making it a straightforward surge protection upgrade for new construction or existing residential panels, and the BR Series surge breaker family is available in 30A and 50A ratings to match common branch circuit requirements.

Key Features

  • Two-Pole Configuration: Built for two-pole residential branch circuit applications requiring coordinated surge protection.
  • Type BR Design: Type BR residential surge breaker construction ensures compatibility with Eaton BR load centers and panelboards.
  • Surge Current Rating: 36 kA surge current rating helps shield connected equipment and downstream devices from transient voltage surges.
  • Nominal Discharge Current: 10 kA nominal discharge current rating supports repeated surge event handling over the life of the breaker.
  • Reliable Circuit Protection: Engineered to support dependable, continuous branch circuit protection across the available amperage ratings.
  • Compact Footprint: Measures 2.25 in wide, 6 in in length/depth, and 3.5 in in height for standard panelboard spacing.
  • Commercial Warranty: Backed by a 1 year commercial warranty for added confidence.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL 489 Listed

Technical Specifications

  • Nominal Discharge Current: 10000 kA
  • Surge Current: 36 kA
  • Number of Poles: Two-Pole
  • Type: Type BR Residential Surge Breaker
  • Certifications: UL 489
  • Warranty: 1 year commercial
  • Product Width: 2.25 in
  • Product Length/Depth: 6 in
  • Product Height: 3.5 in

Typical Applications

  • Residential Load Center and Panelboard Surge Protection
  • Whole-Home Surge Protection Upgrades
  • Branch Circuit Transient Voltage Protection
  • New Construction Electrical Installations
  • Panelboard Retrofits and Upgrades

Why Eaton?

Eaton's BR Series surge breakers pair UL 489 Listed performance with the proven Type BR form factor trusted across residential electrical installations. Backed by a 1 year commercial warranty, this two-pole surge breaker with 36 kA surge current and 10 kA nominal discharge current delivers dependable, code-compliant surge protection for modern homes across the 30A and 50A ratings in the BR Series lineup.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Type:
Circuit Breaker
Configuration:
Two-Pole
Series:
BR
Amperage Rating:
30A - 50A
Listing:
UL 489 Listed
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Circuit Protection
Product Subgroup:
Circuit Breakers
Certifications:
UL 489
Number Of Poles:
Two-pole

Eaton BR250SUR – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will an Eaton BR230SUR surge breaker fit any panel, or only Eaton BR load centers?
Type BR only. The BR Series surge breaker is built on the Type BR form factor, so it mounts in Eaton BR-series load centers and panelboards and nothing else. If the panel takes Eaton CH breakers, or is a Square D, Siemens, or GE panel, a BR device will not seat correctly on the bus. Check the panel label for the accepted breaker type before ordering.
2) Should I pick the 30A or the 50A Eaton BR surge breaker?
Match the breaker to the branch circuit it is protecting, not to the surge rating. The two are BR230SUR at 30A and BR250SUR at 50A, both two-pole, and the surge performance is the same across the family at 36 kA surge current and 10 kA nominal discharge. So a 30A two-pole circuit (a water heater or a small compressor) takes the 30A, and a 50A two-pole circuit (a range or a subfeed) takes the 50A. Oversizing to get more protection buys you nothing and leaves the conductors under-protected.
3) Does the Eaton BR surge breaker replace a standard two-pole breaker, or does it need its own space?
It takes the place of a two-pole breaker in the panel. The BR Series surge breaker is a two-pole device that combines branch circuit overcurrent protection with transient surge protection, so it goes in where the existing two-pole breaker for that circuit sits rather than needing extra dedicated spaces. That is what makes it a practical retrofit in an existing BR panel: you are swapping a breaker, not finding room for a separate surge module.
4) Is a breaker-style surge protector enough, or do I need a whole-panel SPD?
A BR Series surge breaker protects the circuit it is wired to, plus it sits at the panel where the surge energy arrives. With 36 kA surge current and 10 kA nominal discharge, it is doing real work for the equipment on that two-pole circuit, and it does it without consuming a separate pair of spaces. What it is not is a device that covers every circuit in the house by itself. If the goal is coverage for the whole panel, install it on the circuits feeding the equipment you most want protected, or treat it as one layer alongside protection at the service. For point-of-use electronics, a plug-in strip is still the last layer.
5) Is the Eaton BR two-pole surge breaker UL Listed for use as a branch circuit breaker?
UL 489 Listed. That is the standard for molded case circuit breakers, which means the device is listed to serve as the branch circuit overcurrent protection, not merely as a surge accessory hung off the bus. For an inspector or an MRO spec that calls for listed breakers in a residential load center, UL 489 is the line item they are looking for.
6) Can I use an Eaton BR surge breaker on a 240V two-pole circuit like a well pump or water heater?
Yes, that is what the two-pole configuration is for. The breaker lands on both bus legs, so it feeds a 240V load and protects it against transient spikes at the same time. Size it to the circuit: 30A for the BR230SUR, 50A for the BR250SUR. Well pumps, water heaters, mini-splits, and range circuits are the typical two-pole loads where surge damage is expensive enough to justify the upgrade.
7) Does the Eaton BR surge breaker keep protecting after it takes a hit, or is it one and done?
It is rated for repeated events. The 10 kA nominal discharge current rating is the level the device is qualified to handle on a repeated basis, which is the difference between a component that survives a season of storms and one that sacrifices itself on the first strike. Peak capability is 36 kA surge current. As with any surge device, a single event far beyond its rating can end its protective life while the breaker portion still trips and carries load, so on a circuit that has taken a known direct hit, plan on replacement.
8) I manage multiple rental units with Eaton BR panels. Can I standardize on one surge breaker across them?
Across BR panels, yes, and that is the practical case for these. The Type BR form factor is common to Eaton BR load centers, so the same part stocks for every unit with a BR panel, and only two amperages are in play: BR230SUR for 30A two-pole circuits and BR250SUR for 50A. Where it breaks down is mixed portfolios. Any unit with an Eaton CH panel or another manufacturer's panel needs a different breaker type, so inventory by panel type, not by building.
9) What is the exact Eaton part number for the 50A two-pole BR surge breaker?
BR250SUR is the 50A two-pole unit in Eaton's BR Series surge breaker line; BR230SUR is the 30A. Both are Type BR, UL 489 Listed. The SUR suffix is what separates them from a plain BR230 or BR250 thermal-magnetic breaker, which has no surge protection in it at all, so confirm the suffix when you place the order.
10) What do I need to order alongside an Eaton BR230SUR to finish the install?
Nothing extra for the breaker itself, but the wiring matters. A surge breaker needs a solid neutral and ground path at the panel to shunt transient energy, so the load center has to have the neutral and ground bars properly terminated and bonded per the panel's rating as service equipment or as a subpanel. Beyond that, you are ordering the breaker to match the circuit amperage, 30A or 50A, and using the conductors already sized for that circuit. No mounting kit, no separate enclosure.
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Does the Eaton BR250SUR come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Eaton BR250SUR is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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