Square D QO Series Miniature Circuit Breaker, Combination Arc-Fault (CAFI)
The Square D QO Series miniature circuit breaker delivers reliable overcurrent protection and switching for residential and light commercial panelboards. This unit is rated 15A, 1 pole, 120VAC, with a 10kA interrupt rating, and combines a bolt-on frame with a pigtail neutral connection for straightforward installation in compatible QO load centers. Combination arc-fault (CAFI) protection adds an extra layer of fire safety, and the breaker carries CSA and UL Listed certification for code-compliant performance.
Key Features
- Electrical Rating: 15A, 1 pole, 120VAC for overcurrent protection sized to the branch circuit.
- Interrupt Rating: 10kA short-circuit interrupt rating for dependable fault clearing.
- Bolt-On Mounting: Bolt-on frame design for secure attachment in compatible QO panelboards.
- Combination Arc-Fault (CAFI) Protection: Detects arc-fault conditions to help reduce electrical fire risk.
- Pigtail Neutral Connection: Pigtail neutral terminal simplifies wiring at the panel.
- Trip-Free Toggle Mechanism: Over-center, trip-free toggle with quick-make, quick-break action and positive trip indication.
- Wire Compatibility: Accepts AWG 14...AWG 8 copper or AWG 12...AWG 8 aluminum conductors.
- QO Series: Part of Square D's QO range of thermal magnetic circuit breakers.
Certifications & Compliance
- CSA Certified
- UL Listed
- TAA Compliant
- Mercury Free
Technical Specifications
- Warranty: 18 months
- Mercury Free: Yes
- Number Of Spaces Required: 1
- Poles Description: 1P
- Range Of Product: QO
- Compliance: TAA
- Total Lifecycle Carbon Footprint: 39 kg CO2 eq.
Typical Applications
- Residential Load Centers and Panelboards
- Branch Circuit Overcurrent Protection
- Arc-Fault Circuit Protection for Fire Safety Compliance
- New Construction and Panel Upgrades or Renovation
Why Square D?
Square D is a trusted name in circuit protection, and this QO Series miniature circuit breaker reflects that reliability with CSA and UL Listed certification, a trip-free toggle mechanism, and combination arc-fault protection engineered for safety-focused electrical installations. Backed by an 18-month warranty, it is built for dependable, code-compliant performance in demanding panelboard applications.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Circuit Breaker
- Series:
- QO
- Voltage Rating:
- 120VAC
- Amperage Rating:
- 15A
- Configuration:
- 1 Pole
- Listing:
- UL Listed
- Standards:
- CSA
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices