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Eaton GFCI Circuit Breaker Single-Pole 120 Vac Requires One 1-Inch (25.4mm) Space 1 per Shelf Carton Pigtail

Eaton GFCI Circuit Breaker Single-Pole 120V 10kAIC Plug-On Ground Fault Protection

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Eaton GFCI Circuit Breaker Single-Pole 120V 10kAIC Plug-On Ground Fault Protection

Professional Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection

The Eaton GFCI Circuit Breaker delivers reliable ground fault circuit interrupter protection for single-pole 120V applications. This plug-on circuit breaker features 10kAIC interrupt rating and trip-to-center functionality, providing professional-grade electrical protection in a compact 1-inch space design. Built with Eaton quality standards, this GFCI breaker offers dependable performance for residential and commercial electrical systems requiring ground fault protection.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 10kAIC Interrupt Rating: Provides robust fault current interruption capability for enhanced electrical system protection and safety.
  • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection: Delivers 5mA sensitivity ground fault protection to prevent electrical hazards and ensure code compliance.
  • Single-Pole 120V Design: Optimized for standard residential and light commercial applications with reliable voltage handling.
  • Plug-On Connection: Enables quick and secure installation with positive electrical connection to the panel bus.
  • Trip-to-Center Functionality: Provides clear visual indication of tripped condition for efficient troubleshooting and reset operations.
  • Compact 1-Inch Profile: Maximizes panel space utilization while maintaining full GFCI protection capabilities.
  • Wire Size Compatibility: Accommodates #14-8 AWG wire sizes for versatile installation requirements.

Technical Specifications

  • Certifications: Contact Manufacturer
  • Circuit Protection: Ground fault circuit interrupter
  • Connection: Plug-on
  • Indicators: GFI
  • Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  • Main Circuit Breaker: BRN
  • Mounting Method: Plug-on
  • Number Of Poles: Single-pole
  • Product Details: Plug-in ground fault circuit breaker
  • Product Height: 1 in
  • Product Length Depth: 4 in
  • Product Weight: .45 lb
  • Protection: 5 mA
  • Trip Type: Trip-to-center
  • Voltage Rating: 120/240 V
  • Wire Size: #14-8 AWG

Professional Applications

  • Residential Electrical Panels
  • Commercial Building Protection
  • Bathroom and Kitchen Circuits
  • Outdoor Receptacle Protection
  • Wet Location Applications
  • Code-Required GFCI Protection
  • Electrical Safety Upgrades

Why Choose Eaton Quality?

Eaton GFCI circuit breakers deliver proven reliability with professional-grade construction and 10kAIC interrupt rating performance. The plug-on mounting method and trip-to-center design ensure dependable operation and easy maintenance for long-term electrical system protection.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Certifications:
Contact Manufacturer
Circuit Protection:
Ground fault circuit interrupter
Connection:
Plug-on
Indicators:
GFI
Interrupt Rating:
10 kAIC
Main Circuit Breaker:
BRN
Mounting Method:
Plug-on
Number Of Poles:
Single-pole
Product Details:
Plug-in ground fault circuit breaker
Product Height:
1 in
Product Length Depth:
4 in
Product Weight:
.45 lb
Protection:
5 mA
Trip Type:
Trip-to-center
Voltage Rating:
120/240 V
Wire Size:
#14-8 AWG
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Circuit Breakers
Product Type:
Circuit Breaker
Product Subgroup:
Electrical

Eaton BRN250GF – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will an Eaton BRN GFCI breaker fit my existing panel?
The BRN series GFCI breaker is a plug-on breaker, so it seats directly onto the panel bus of a load center that takes Eaton BR-style plug-on breakers. It is not a bolt-on breaker and will not mount in a panel that requires bolt-on attachment. Confirm the panel is labeled for BR classified plug-on breakers before you pull the deadfront.
2) How much panel space does a single-pole Eaton BRN GFCI breaker take up?
One inch. A single-pole BRN GFCI occupies a single 1-inch (25.4 mm) space in the load center, unlike older GFCI breakers that ate two spaces. Body depth is 4 inches. If you are adding GFCI protection to a panel that is already full, that 1-inch footprint is usually what makes it possible without a tandem or a subpanel.
3) What amp ratings does the Eaton BRN GFCI breaker come in?
Six ratings: 15A (BRN115GF), 20A (BRN120GF), 25A (BRN125GF), 30A (BRN130GF), 50A (BRN250GF) and 60A (BRN260GF). For bath, kitchen and outdoor receptacle circuits on 14 or 12 AWG you are almost always at 15A or 20A. The 50A and 60A parts carry the 2-series numbering and are the ones to look at for larger loads like spa and pool equipment.
4) What wire size can I land on an Eaton BRN GFCI breaker?
The breaker terminal takes #14 through #8 AWG. That covers 14 AWG for a 15A circuit, 12 AWG for 20A, 10 AWG for 30A and 8 AWG at the top of the range. If your home run is larger than 8 AWG, this breaker's lug will not accept it.
5) Does a GFCI breaker need a neutral connection, or does it just land the hot?
It needs both. A GFCI breaker works by comparing current on the hot and the neutral, so the circuit neutral lands on the breaker itself, not on the panel neutral bar, and the breaker's own pigtail goes to the neutral bar. Miss that and the breaker trips the moment you energize it. The BRN GFCI ships with that pigtail attached.
6) Can the Eaton BRN GFCI breaker be used on a 240V circuit?
No. It is a single-pole 120V device, rated 120/240 V as a system rating but wired as one hot and a neutral. A 240V load needs a two-pole GFCI breaker. The 50A and 60A BRN GF parts are still single-pole 120V units, so do not reach for them as a two-pole substitute on a pool heater or a 240V spa.
7) Will an Eaton BRN GFCI breaker give me AFCI protection too?
No. The BRN GF breakers are ground fault only, at 5 mA sensitivity. They do not provide arc fault protection, so they will not satisfy a requirement for AFCI on bedroom, living area or other dwelling-unit circuits. Where both are required on the same circuit, you need a dual-function breaker rather than this one.
8) How sensitive is the ground fault protection on the Eaton BRN GFCI breaker?
5 mA. That is personnel-level ground fault protection, the same sensitivity class as a GFCI receptacle, so it is the type used where people and water meet: bathrooms, kitchens, outdoor and wet locations. It is not a 30 mA equipment ground fault device, so do not substitute it where a design calls for equipment protection only.
9) Should I use a GFCI breaker or GFCI receptacles for a bathroom or outdoor circuit?
A GFCI breaker protects the whole branch circuit from the panel out, including the cable and every device on it, and it only takes one device instead of one per location. The BRN GFCI fits in a 1-inch space, so it is practical even in a tight panel. Receptacles are the better choice when you want the test and reset button at the point of use rather than at the panel, which matters on a rental or a commercial space where a tenant has to reset it themselves. On a circuit feeding fixed equipment with no accessible outlet, the breaker is the simpler route.
10) Is 10 kAIC enough interrupting rating for my panel?
10 kAIC covers most residential and light commercial services, where available fault current at the panel is well under that figure. If you are working off a drawing or a coordination study that calls for 22 kAIC or higher at the branch breaker, as happens on larger commercial services close to the transformer, this breaker does not meet that spec and you need a higher AIC device.
11) How do I tell a tripped GFCI breaker from one that tripped on overload?
Trip-to-center is the giveaway. When the BRN GFCI trips, the handle goes to a mid position rather than fully off, and the GFI indicator shows on the face. To reset, push the handle all the way to off first, then back to on, otherwise the mechanism will not re-latch. A handle sitting at center with the indicator showing points you at a ground fault on the circuit, not a simple overload.
12) I need to standardize GFCI breakers across a portfolio of buildings. Does the BRN line cover the common circuit sizes?
It does for the usual spread. Fifteen and 20 amp cover the bath, kitchen, garage and exterior receptacle circuits that make up most of the GFCI work in a multi-family or hospitality property, with 25, 30, 50 and 60 amp available for larger branch loads. All of them are single-pole plug-on units in a 1-inch space with the same trip-to-center handle, so maintenance staff see the same behavior on every panel. The limit on standardizing is the panel itself: every load center in the portfolio has to accept Eaton BR-style plug-on breakers.
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Does the Eaton BRN250GF come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Eaton BRN250GF is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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