Eaton BQC220240 - 40 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Meet the Eaton BQC220240—a compact, reliable 40 A, 240 V, 2‑pole molded case circuit breaker designed to safeguard your panelboards and loadcenters. Built for dependable branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection, this unit combines precise trip performance with space-saving efficiency, making it an ideal choice for modern electrical installs.

Why this breaker stands out

• Space-efficient molded case design maximizes panel capacity, letting you fit more circuits without sacrificing safety or performance.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit delivers stable, repeatable protection across a wide range of loads and conditions, reducing nuisance trips while ensuring fast response to faults.
• OEM-compatible reliability is designed to drop into matching Eaton loadcenters and panelboards, ensuring consistent performance and simple upgrades or replacements.
• Versatile 40 A, 240 V, 2-pole configuration is well-suited for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications that require robust branch-circuit protection.

Where it fits best

• Residential panelboards needing dependable protection for 240 V branch circuits such as water heaters, air conditioning circuits, and high‑load receptacle lines.
• Commercial service panels and small industrial setups that demand compact protection that doesn’t crowd the bus bar space.
• Replacement in existing Eaton installations where OEM compatibility ensures scanned labeling, predictable trip curves, and easy swaps.

Technical at a glance

• Manufacturer: Eaton
• Part number: BQC220240
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage rating: 40 A
• Voltage rating: 240 V
• Number of poles: 2
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Practical insights and setup tips

Choosing the right breaker isn’t just about amperage and voltage—it’s about reliable protection that matches your panel’s design. The BQC220240’s molded case and thermal-magnetic trip mechanism provide predictable response times under fault conditions, helping to minimize downtime and protect connected equipment. For best results, pair this breaker with compatible Eaton loadcenters or panelboards to maintain labeling accuracy and ensure full coordination with your system’s protective devices. When planning installations, consider your largest 240 V loads and verify that a 2-pole 40 A breaker aligns with the circuit conductor sizes and output requirements the equipment demands.