Name: Eaton Single-Phase Plug-On Neutral 20-Space Main Circuit Breaker Loadcenter
Brand: Eaton
SKU: BRP20B100R
Price: 486.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Eaton Type BRH Single-Phase Plug-on Neutral Main Circuit Breaker Loadcenter

Professional electrical distribution with plug-on neutral convenience

The Eaton Type BRH Single-Phase Plug-on Neutral Main Circuit Breaker Loadcenter delivers reliable electrical distribution for residential and commercial applications. This loadcenter features a NEMA 1 metallic gray enclosure with single-phase 120/240V operation. The plug-on neutral design simplifies installation while maintaining professional-grade performance with aluminum bus construction and UL 67 certification.

Professional Features & Benefits

Plug-on Neutral Design: Streamlines installation process while ensuring secure neutral connections for all circuits
Robust Fault Protection: Delivers dependable interrupt performance for enhanced safety and system reliability
NEMA 1 Metallic Enclosure: Provides durable indoor protection with professional gray finish and included cover
Single-Phase 120/240V Operation: Compatible with standard residential and commercial voltage requirements
Aluminum Bus Construction: Ensures long-term durability and reliable power distribution
UL 67 Certification: Meets rigorous safety standards for panelboard applications ensuring code compliance

Technical Specifications

Bus Material: Aluminum
Certifications: UL 67
Cover Type: Cover included
Enclosure: NEMA 1
Enclosure Color: Gray
Enclosure Material: Metallic
Main Circuit Breaker: BRH
Mounting Method: Combination
Nema Rating: NEMA 1
Number Of Poles: Single-pole
Number Of Wires: Two hots, neutral and ground
Phase: Single-phase
Product Details: Plug-on neutral main circuit breaker loadcenter
Product Height: 3.88 in
Product Length Depth: 23 in
Product Weight: 20.5 lb
Product Width: 14.31 in
Used With: Type BR 1-inch breakers
Voltage Rating: 120/240 V

Professional Applications

Residential electrical service panels and distribution systems
Small commercial facilities requiring reliable power distribution
Multi-unit residential properties and apartment complexes
Professional offices and retail establishments
Light industrial applications with moderate electrical loads
Electrical upgrade and renovation projects

Why Choose Eaton Quality?

Eaton delivers proven reliability in electrical distribution with UL 67 certification and robust NEMA 1 metallic construction. The combination mounting method and aluminum bus design ensure long-term durability while the plug-on neutral system provides installation efficiency without compromising safety or performance standards.

Variant Specifications

Interrupt Rating	Main Ampere Rating	Number Of Spaces Option	Box Size Option	SKU
Type BR (10kAIC)	100A	20	X11R	BRP20B100R
Type BR (10kAIC)	125A	20	X3	BRP20B125
Type BR (10kAIC)	125A	20	X11R	BRP20B125R
Type BRH (22kAIC)	100A	20	X3	BRP20H100

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Product Specs

Enclosure Material:: Metallic
Phase:: Single-phase
Number Of Spaces:: 20
Bus Material:: Aluminum
Department:: Electrical
Number Of Poles:: Single-pole
Product Type:: Load Center
Enclosure Color:: Gray
Certifications:: UL 67
Voltage Rating:: 120/240V
Mounting Method:: Combination
Number Of Circuits:: 40
Used With:: Type BR 1-inch breakers
Product Group:: Power Distribution
Cover Type:: Cover included
Product Details:: Plug-on neutral main circuit breaker loadcenter
Product Subgroup:: Panelboards & Load Centers

Eaton BRP20B100R – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will Eaton Type BR breakers fit this 20-space BRP20 loadcenter?

Type BR 1-inch breakers are what the BRP20 loadcenter takes. That is the standard Eaton/Cutler-Hammer BR footprint, so if the panel you are matching in the building already runs BR breakers, the same stock fits here. Square D Homeline and QO breakers are a different footprint and do not belong in a BR panel.

2) How can a 20-space panel hold 40 circuits?

20 full-size spaces, 40 circuits. The count comes from tandem (twin) BR breakers, which put two 1-inch-pole circuits in one space. Run full-size single-pole breakers throughout and you get 20 circuits; fill with tandems where the panel schedule allows and you reach 40. Two-pole breakers for a range, dryer, or AC eat two spaces each.

3) Should I order the 10kAIC BR version or the 22kAIC BRH version of this Eaton loadcenter?

That is decided by the available fault current at the service, not by preference. The Type BR build is 10kAIC and covers most residential and light commercial services. The Type BRH build is 22kAIC and is what you order when the utility transformer is close or the engineer's fault-current calculation puts the panel above 10kA. The 22kAIC option comes as the 100A main, model BRP20H100. Ordering 10kAIC into an opening that needs 22kAIC is a failed inspection.

4) Can this Eaton BRP20 loadcenter be installed outdoors?

No. The enclosure is NEMA 1, which is indoor-only, dry-location protection. Mounting it on an exterior wall, in a wet well, or anywhere exposed to weather or washdown needs a NEMA 3R rainproof loadcenter instead. Indoors, in a utility room, basement, garage, or electrical closet, the NEMA 1 metallic gray box with its cover is what the code expects.

5) What does plug-on neutral mean on an Eaton BR loadcenter, and does it matter for AFCI and GFCI breakers?

Plug-on neutral puts a neutral bus bar right on the interior, so a plug-on neutral AFCI, GFCI, or dual-function BR breaker snaps on and picks up its neutral connection without a pigtail run to the neutral bar. On a panel where every bedroom and kitchen circuit needs an AFCI or dual-function breaker, that removes twenty white pigtails from the gutter and makes the panel far easier to dress and to troubleshoot later. Standard BR breakers still land normally.

6) Is this Eaton loadcenter single-phase 120/240V, and can I use it on a three-phase service?

Single-phase 120/240V only, wired with two hots, a neutral, and a ground. It is not a three-phase panel. A three-phase 208Y/120 or 480Y/277 service needs a three-phase panelboard, not a BR-style single-phase loadcenter. For apartment units, small offices, and retail fed from a single-phase 120/240 service, this is the correct panel.

7) What main breaker sizes does the Eaton BRP20 20-space loadcenter come in?

Two mains: 100A and 125A. At 10kAIC you can have either, as BRP20B100R, BRP20B125, or BRP20B125R. At 22kAIC the main is 100A, model BRP20H100. Pick the 125A main when the service conductors and meter are sized for 125A; a 125A main on a 100A service buys nothing and does not protect the smaller feeder.

8) Does the Eaton BRP20 loadcenter come with a cover, or do I order the trim separately?

The cover ships with it. The panel arrives as a metallic gray NEMA 1 enclosure with cover included, so there is no separate trim or door part to add to the order. What is not in the box is the branch breakers and the main-bonding or neutral/ground bar accessories your install may call for, plus the connectors for whatever raceway you land.

9) Can I flush-mount this Eaton loadcenter in a finished wall, or is it surface only?

Both. The mounting method is combination, meaning the same box can be set flush in a stud wall behind drywall or surface-mounted on masonry or an open wall. That is what makes it usable in a renovation where the old panel was recessed and in a garage or mechanical room where it hangs on the surface, without ordering two different part numbers.

10) Is the bus in this Eaton BRP20 panel copper or aluminum?

Aluminum bus. That is the normal construction for BR-series residential and light commercial loadcenters and it is UL 67 listed as built. If your spec or an engineer's submittal calls out a copper bus specifically, this panel will not meet it and you need a copper-bus panelboard instead. Note the bus material has nothing to do with what conductors you land on the lugs, copper or aluminum feeder is a separate question answered by the lug marking.

11) Does this Eaton loadcenter meet code for a panelboard, and what is it listed to?

UL 67 is the listing, which is the safety standard for panelboards. That is the listing an inspector looks for on a loadcenter used as a service or distribution panel, and it is what lets it be accepted for residential service panels, multi-unit residential, and small commercial distribution work.

12) What is the difference between the X3 and X11R box options on the Eaton BRP20 loadcenter?

Those are two different enclosure box sizes for the same 20-space interior. The 100A 10kAIC panel comes both ways, X3 or the X11R as BRP20B100R; the 125A comes as BRP20B125 in X3 or BRP20B125R in X11R; the 22kAIC BRP20H100 is X3. If you are replacing an existing Eaton panel and want the new can to land in the same wall opening, match the box code on the old panel rather than the space count alone.

13) Can I use this 20-space Eaton panel as a main breaker service panel for an apartment or small unit?

That is exactly what it is built for. It is a main circuit breaker loadcenter, so the disconnect is in the panel and it can serve as the service disconnecting means for a unit at 100A or 125A. Twenty spaces with tandem capacity to 40 circuits covers a typical apartment, condo, or small office load. For a subpanel fed from an upstream main you can still use it, but the neutral and ground must be kept separate downstream, and the bonding screw stays out.

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Does the Eaton BRP20B100R come with a warranty?

Absolutely. The Eaton BRP20B100R is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.

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Eaton Single-Phase Plug-On Neutral 20-Space Main Circuit Breaker Loadcenter

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