{"product_id":"eaton-bwh2175-175a-240v-2-pole-bolt-on-circuit-breaker","title":"Eaton BWH2175 - 175 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Bolt-On Circuit Breaker | AmpState","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eaton BWH2175 is a 2-pole, 175A, 240V bolt-on molded case circuit breaker engineered to deliver dependable branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and loadcenters. Built for rugged reliability, it maintains consistent protection performance even in vibration-prone environments and varying temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey advantages that set this breaker apart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure bolt-on mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a rigid, vibration-resistant bus connection, helping maintain electrical integrity and reducing the risk of loose contacts over time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal-magnetic trip unit\u003c\/strong\u003e combines precise overload protection with fast short-circuit response, delivering stable and repeatable protection across a broad range of operating conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM-compatible design\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered to work with matching load centers and panelboards, simplifying installations and replacements without compromising safety or performance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile application\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial settings—ideal for main feeders, branch circuits, and equipment panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTechnical snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Eaton\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart number: BWH2175\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eType: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAmperage rating: 175 A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVoltage rating: 240 V\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNumber of poles: 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMounting style: Bolt-on\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApplication: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy choose a bolt-on solution like the BWH2175? The bolt-on mounting concentrates mechanical integrity at the bus connection, minimizing wear and movement that can lead to intermittent trips. The thermal-magnetic trip mechanism provides dependable protection without nuisance trips, so sensitive electrical loads stay protected without unnecessary disconnections. This makes it an excellent upgrade or replacement option when upgrading panel capacity or restoring a panelboard assembly to its designed protection levels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractical use scenarios:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpgrading a residential or light commercial panelboard to support a 175 A load with robust fault protection.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstalling a durable, standard-replacement breaker in new installations that require a bolt-on, molded-case design.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinating protection for subpanels in warehouses or workshops where vibration and temperature variation are common.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor professionals and do-it-yourselfers alike, the Eaton BWH2175 offers a reliable, OEM-compatible path to safe, compliant electrical protection in a wide range of panel configurations. If you’re sourcing a dependable 175 A, 240 V, 2-pole bolt-on breaker for panelboard or loadcenter projects, this unit from AmpState is designed to meet demanding specs while delivering straightforward installation and long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amp State","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46349505593506,"sku":null,"price":710.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/eaton_breaker_and_panels_6025b628-c81d-4341-9e6d-1053b6665907.png?v=1764148469","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/eaton-bwh2175-175a-240v-2-pole-bolt-on-circuit-breaker","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}