{"product_id":"chf245","title":"Cutler Hammer CHF245 - 45A, Circuit Breaker","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Cutler Hammer CHF245 — a 45A circuit breaker built to deliver reliable overcurrent protection in demanding electrical environments. This unit is purposefully designed for panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment, making it a practical and trusted choice for industrial, commercial, and OEM applications where safe operation and steady performance matter most in distribution panels and motor control centers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey features and benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45A, providing precise protection for circuits up to 45 amperes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreaker type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circuit Breaker, designed to interrupt fault currents and prevent damage to wiring and equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment, reducing the need for alternative protection solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-grade reliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to perform in demanding environments where dependable protection and safe operation are critical.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects critical assets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps minimize downtime and equipment wear by swiftly disconnecting fault conditions in power distribution and motor control centers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow it fits into your system\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CHF245 sits at the heart of your electrical distribution strategy, guarding circuits in distribution panels and motor control centers. By providing dependable overcurrent protection at 45A, it helps ensure wiring insulation, connectors, and downstream devices stay within safe operating limits, even during surge or short-circuit events. This makes it a solid choice for installations where reliability and quick fault isolation are non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eIdeal use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustrial automation and manufacturing control panels that demand robust circuit protection.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial electrical distributions where 45A protection balances performance with efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOEM equipment integrations requiring a dependable, field-proven circuit breaker.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotor control centers and other power distribution centers that need rapid fault interruption to prevent equipment damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the CHF245\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e under the Cutler Hammer brand, trusted in environments where protection and safety cannot be compromised.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear specification alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 45A rating that matches common circuit designs in industrial and commercial settings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted applicability\u003c\/strong\u003e explicitly designed for panelboards, switchboards, control panels, and OEM equipment—reducing integration hurdles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e straightforward installation and predictable performance, supporting consistent system uptime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePractical tips for maximum value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair the CHF245 with properly rated conductors and protective devices in your distribution scheme, and document its placement in your panel labeling for quick future reference. For OEM builds, plan the integration in tandem with your control logic to ensure synchronized protection across both power and control circuits. Regular inspections should verify that connections remain tight and that the breaker operates within expected trip parameters during routine testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cutler Hammer","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":46390602465442,"sku":"CHF245","price":74.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/circuit_breaker_generic_f90920a3-1184-495f-9dc9-02c1b555da2c.png?v=1765377636","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/chf245","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}