Eaton Circuit Breaker Thermal-Magnetic Four-Pole 30A 120/240V 10kAIC BQC Type BR

Eaton BQC230230 BR Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker

Professional Four-Pole Electrical Protection System

The Eaton BQC230230 BR Circuit Breaker delivers exceptional electrical power management and control performance for residential and commercial electrical distribution systems. This 30A four-pole thermal-magnetic circuit breaker provides reliable electrical protection designed for professional electricians, electrical contractors, and facility managers, offering the proven reliability and advanced technology that professionals trust from the global leader in intelligent power management.

Professional Features & Benefits

Electrical Protection Performance

• 30 Ampere Four-Pole Configuration - Provides comprehensive electrical protection with dual two-pole design for 120/240V applications requiring four-pole protection
• 10 kAIC Interrupt Rating - Delivers reliable short-circuit protection and fault current interruption for residential and light commercial electrical systems
• Thermal-Magnetic Trip Technology - Combines thermal overload protection with magnetic short-circuit protection for comprehensive electrical safety
• Common Breaker Trip Design - Ensures simultaneous tripping of all poles for enhanced electrical safety and system protection

Installation & Connection Features

• 1-Inch CTL Plug-On Design - Provides secure connection to Type BR loadcenters with convenient plug-on installation for professional electricians
• Rejection Tab Feature - Includes built-in rejection tab to prevent installation in incompatible electrical panels, ensuring proper system compatibility
• Wire Size Compatibility - Accommodates #14-4 AWG copper and aluminum conductors for versatile electrical connection options

Professional Quality Construction

• UL 489 Listed - Meets rigorous electrical safety standards for circuit breaker performance and reliability in electrical distribution systems
• Federal Specifications Compliance - Complies with Federal Specifications Classification W-C375 for government and institutional electrical applications

Technical Specifications

Amperage Rating: 30A (Two-Pole Configuration), Voltage Rating: 120/240V, Number of Poles: Four-pole, Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC, Circuit Breaker Type: BQ Series, Trip Type: Common breaker trip, Wire Size: #14-4 AWG Cu/Al, Mounting Method: Plug-on, Type: BQC 1-Inch CTL plug-on circuit breaker, Dimensions: 3" H x 2" W x 3" D, Weight: 0.9 lb, Certifications: UL 489, Compliances: Federal Specifications Classification W-C375, Compatible With: Type BR Loadcenters

Installation & Usage

1. Verify electrical panel compatibility with Type BR loadcenters and ensure proper voltage rating match
2. Turn off main electrical power and verify de-energized state using appropriate electrical testing equipment
3. Align circuit breaker with bus bars in loadcenter and firmly press plug-on connection until fully seated
4. Connect branch circuit conductors to breaker terminals using proper torque specifications for #14-4 AWG wire
5. Verify rejection tab engagement prevents installation in incompatible electrical panels
6. Test circuit breaker operation and restore electrical power following proper electrical safety procedures

Professional Applications

Ideal for:

• Residential Electrical Systems - Four-pole protection for split-phase electrical circuits requiring comprehensive overcurrent protection
• Commercial Electrical Distribution - Light commercial applications requiring 30A four-pole circuit protection in Type BR electrical panels
• Multi-Wire Branch Circuits - Protection for multi-wire branch circuits requiring common trip functionality for electrical safety
• HVAC Equipment Protection - Circuit protection for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment requiring four-pole protection
• Electrical Panel Upgrades - Replacement and upgrade applications in existing Type BR loadcenter electrical distribution systems
• Split-Phase Applications - 120/240V electrical systems requiring four-pole overcurrent protection with common trip operation
• Electrical Safety Systems - Applications requiring simultaneous disconnection of all poles for enhanced electrical safety
• Professional Electrical Installations - New construction and renovation projects requiring reliable four-pole circuit protection

Thermal-Magnetic Protection Advantage

Eaton's proven thermal-magnetic technology combines the reliability of thermal overload protection with the speed of magnetic short-circuit protection, providing comprehensive electrical safety for residential and commercial applications. The common breaker trip design ensures all poles operate simultaneously, meeting electrical code requirements for multi-pole circuit protection while delivering the dependable performance electrical professionals demand.

Why Choose Eaton Quality?

With over a century of electrical power management innovation, Eaton delivers the quality, reliability, and safety that electrical professionals trust worldwide. Our UL 489 listed circuit breakers meet the highest electrical safety standards, providing the proven performance and advanced protection technology that electricians, electrical contractors, and facility managers depend on for critical electrical distribution and protection applications.