{"product_id":"ch240","title":"Cutler-Hammer CH240 - 40A, 2-Pole, Circuit Breaker","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutler-Hammer CH240\u003c\/strong\u003e — 40A, 2-Pole Circuit Breaker — built to deliver reliable overcurrent protection in demanding electrical environments. This 2-pole design ensures both hot legs trip together, enhancing safety and reducing the risk of arc faults in distribution panels and motor control centers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-Pole\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circuit Breaker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e panelboards, switchboards, and control panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy this CH240 stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for industrial, commercial, and OEM environments where dependable protection and safe operation are non-negotiable.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2-Pole configuration provides coordinated protection for dual hot-leg circuits, improving overall safety in motor control centers and distribution panels.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact, robust construction from a trusted Cutler-Hammer lineage, making it a reliable drop-in solution for existing panel installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIdeal use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotor control centers and equipment rooms requiring consistent overcurrent protection for dual-phase circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePanelboards and switchboards in commercial facilities that need a dependable 40A protection device.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOEM applications where control panels demand a proven, ready-to-install circuit breaker option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat problems it solves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevents damage from overcurrents and short circuits by interrupting current promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides safe, coordinated disconnection of both supply lines in dual-leg circuits, helping to reduce electrical hazards during faults.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports reliable operation in critical distribution and control circuitry, contributing to minimized downtime and improved safety compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePractical tips for use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen planning replacements or new installations, verify compatibility with your panelboards, switchboards, or control panels, and confirm that a 2-Pole, 40A configuration aligns with the protected circuit requirements. This CH240 is well-suited for quick integration into standard layouts within industrial and commercial electrical rooms, offering a straightforward path to reinforced overcurrent protection and safer, more reliable operation of essential equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cutler-Hammer","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":46390598697122,"sku":"CH240","price":61.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/circuit_breaker_generic_1babfadf-b96e-464d-9e09-95d57c09a09e.png?v=1765377531","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/ch240","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}