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Eaton CH Series AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker, Two-Pole, 15A, 10 kAIC

Eaton CH Series AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker, Two-Pole, 15A, 10 kAIC

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Eaton CH Series AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker, Two-Pole, 15A, 10 kAIC

The Eaton CH Series AFCI Combination Circuit Breaker delivers arc-fault protection for Type CH Loadcenters, combining a 15 A amperage rating with a two-pole configuration and a 10 kAIC interrupt rating at 120/240 V. Engineered as a replacement breaker to fit into new CH PON loadcenters, this AFCI Combination circuit breaker uses a pigtail neutral connection and is built to Eaton's CH platform standards for reliable, code-driven residential and light commercial branch-circuit protection.

Key Features

  • Amperage Rating: 15 A for branch-circuit overcurrent protection.
  • Number of Poles: Two-pole configuration for 120/240 V circuits.
  • Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC for dependable fault-current interruption.
  • Voltage Rating: 120/240 V system compatibility.
  • Type: AFCI Combination circuit breaker for arc-fault detection and protection.
  • Neutral Connection: Pigtail neutral for CH loadcenter compatibility.
  • Compatibility: Designed for use with Type CH Loadcenters; replacement to fit into new CH PON loadcenter.
  • Compact Dimensions: 6 in width, 3.5 in depth, 1.5 in height for standard CH panel spacing.

Technical Specifications

  • Main circuit breaker: CH
  • Product Width: 6 in
  • Product Length/Depth: 3.5 in
  • Product Height: 1.5 in
  • Neutral: Pigtail neutral
  • Voltage Rating: 120/240 V
  • Amperage Rating: 15 A
  • Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  • Number of Poles: Two-pole
  • Used With: Type CH Loadcenters
  • Catalog Notes: Replacement to fit into new CH PON loadcenter

Typical Applications

  • Residential and Light Commercial Panelboard Wiring
  • Type CH Loadcenter Circuit Protection
  • Arc-Fault Branch-Circuit Protection
  • Panel Upgrades and Breaker Replacements
  • New Construction and Renovation Electrical Work

Why Eaton?

Eaton's CH Series circuit breakers are engineered for precise fit and reliable performance within Type CH Loadcenters, giving electrical professionals a dependable AFCI solution rated 120/240 V, 15 A, with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating. The pigtail neutral design and CH-specific compatibility make this breaker a straightforward, code-conscious replacement for CH panel systems.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Width:
6 in
Neutral:
Pigtail neutral
Catalog Notes:
Replacement to fit into new CH PON loadcenter
Voltage Rating:
120/240V
Amperage Rating:
15A
Main circuit breaker:
CH
Used with:
Type CH Loadcenters
Number of poles:
Two-pole
Interrupt rating:
10 kAIC
Product Length/Depth:
3.5 in
Product Type:
Circuit Breaker
Product Height:
1.5 in
Certifications:
Contact Manufacturer
Department:
Electrical
Configuration:
Two-Pole
Series:
CH
Product Group:
Circuit Protection
Product Subgroup:
Circuit Breakers

Eaton CHN215CAF – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Eaton CHN215CAF AFCI breaker fit a Square D or Siemens panel?
No. The CHN215CAF is a Type CH breaker and it only fits Eaton Type CH loadcenters. It is not interchangeable with Square D QO/Homeline or Siemens bus hardware, and it will not seat correctly in Eaton's own BR-type panels either. Check the label inside your panel door for "Type CH" before ordering.
2) Why does this Eaton CH AFCI breaker have a white wire hanging off it?
That's the pigtail neutral. On the CHN215CAF the white pigtail lands on the loadcenter's neutral bar, and the branch circuit's own neutral terminates on the breaker itself rather than the bar. The AFCI electronics need that reference to sense arcing between hot and neutral. If you land both neutrals on the bar, the breaker will trip on power-up.
3) Is a two-pole 15A AFCI breaker the right choice for a multi-wire branch circuit?
Yes, that is exactly what the two-pole version is for. The CHN215CAF covers 120/240V, so it handles a shared-neutral multi-wire branch circuit (two hots off opposite legs sharing one neutral) or a 240V load, with common trip on both poles. For two unrelated 120V circuits that don't share a neutral, a pair of single-pole AFCIs is the cheaper route and saves panel space.
4) Can I use this AFCI breaker as a straight swap for an existing CH breaker in an older panel?
The CHN215CAF is catalogued as a replacement to fit into new CH PON loadcenters. In older CH panels the physical mounting is the same CH platform, but the pigtail has to reach the neutral bar and the branch neutral must be pulled out of the bar and landed on the breaker, so it is not a drop-in the way a standard thermal-magnetic CH breaker is. Budget a few extra minutes per circuit for the neutral rework.
5) Does this AFCI breaker also give me ground-fault protection?
No. The CHN215CAF is an arc-fault combination device only. If the circuit needs GFCI protection as well, such as a kitchen or laundry run, you need a dual-function AFCI/GFCI breaker or a GFCI receptacle at the first outlet in the circuit.
6) What's the difference between a combination AFCI and a plain arc-fault breaker?
A combination-type AFCI like the CHN215CAF detects both parallel arcing (hot to neutral or ground) and series arcing along a single conductor, such as a loose terminal screw or a nicked wire inside a wall. Branch/feeder-only devices catch parallel faults alone. Combination type is what current dwelling-unit requirements are written around, which is why it is the one specified on most residential branch circuits.
7) For a property manager standardizing panels across units, does this cover bedroom and living area circuits?
For 15A branch circuits in dwelling areas where arc-fault protection is required, the CHN215CAF is the CH-panel two-pole answer. It protects 120/240V circuits at 15A with combination arc-fault sensing. Most bedroom receptacle and lighting circuits are single 120V runs, so the single-pole CH AFCI is the higher-volume item; reach for this two-pole when the unit was wired with shared-neutral homeruns.
8) What is the exact part number to order for the Eaton CH 15A two-pole AFCI?
Order Eaton CHN215CAF. In that designation CH is the loadcenter type, N indicates the pigtail neutral, 2 is the pole count, 15 is the amperage, and CAF is combination arc fault. If you need a different amperage on the same platform, the number changes at the 15.
9) How much room does a two-pole CH AFCI take in the panel?
The breaker measures 6 x 3.5 x 1.5 inches and occupies two adjacent spaces on the CH bus, one per pole. Where it gets tight is wire management, not the footprint: the white pigtail plus the branch neutral both have to route through the gutter, so on a fully loaded panel plan the neutral bar terminations before you start landing AFCIs.
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Does the Eaton CHN215CAF come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Eaton CHN215CAF is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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