Square D QO 20A 1-Pole Combination Arc-Fault Circuit Breaker
The Square D QO 20A 1-pole combination Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) breaker delivers overcurrent protection and arc-fault detection for 120VAC residential and light commercial branch circuits. Part of the QO range, this thermal magnetic breaker features an over-center, trip-free toggle mechanism with quick-make, quick-break action for reliable switching. Rated for a 10kA interrupt capacity, it mounts plug-in style with a pigtail neutral connection and is UL Listed and CSA certified for code-compliant installation.
Key Features
- Poles: 1-pole configuration (1P) for single-circuit branch protection.
- Voltage Rating: 120V AC operational voltage for standard residential branch circuits.
- Interrupt Rating: 10kA interrupt capacity for dependable fault clearing.
- Combination AFCI Protection: Detects both parallel and series arc faults to help reduce electrical fire risk.
- Mounting & Connection: Plug-in style mounting with a pigtail neutral terminal connection for simplified panel installation.
- Trip-Free Toggle Mechanism: Over-center, quick-make quick-break action provides positive trip-free operation on ac and dc systems.
- Wire Compatibility: Accepts AWG 14...AWG 8 copper and AWG 12...AWG 8 aluminum conductors.
- Space Requirement: Requires 1 panel space, simplifying load center planning.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
- CSA Certified
- TAA Compliant
Technical Specifications
- Warranty: 18 months
- Warranty Period: 18 months
- Sustainable Packaging: No
- Mercury Free: Yes
- Number Of Spaces Required: 1
- Packaging Without Single Use Plastic: Yes
- Tier Id: 1
- ROHS Eur In Scope: Yes
- Recycled Metal Content At Cr Level: 0 %
- Poles Description: 1P
- Serviceability: No
- With Recycled Cardboard: No
- WEEE Product Category: 5
- Range Of Product: QO
- Compliance: TAA
- Total Lifecycle Carbon Footprint: 39 kg CO2 eq.
- China ROHS In Scope: No
- Return Indicator: Y
- Take Back: No
- Returnability: Yes
Typical Applications
- Residential Load Center and Panelboard Circuits
- Branch Circuit Overcurrent Protection
- Arc-Fault Safety Upgrades for Bedrooms and Living Areas
- New Construction and Panel Replacement Projects
- Renovation and Electrical Service Upgrades
Why Square D?
Square D QO breakers are engineered with a trip-free toggle mechanism and combination AFCI detection to help protect homes from arc-related electrical fires. Backed by UL Listing, CSA certification, and an 18-month warranty, the QO range delivers dependable, code-compliant circuit protection for professional electricians and contractors.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Circuit Breaker
- Voltage Rating:
- 120V AC
- Amperage Rating:
- 20A
- Connection Type:
- Plug-In
- Configuration:
- 1-Pole
- Listing:
- UL Listed
- Standards:
- CSA
- Series:
- QO
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices