Eaton CH240 - 40 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Plug-In Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Upgrade your electrical protection with the Eaton CH240—a 40A, 240V, 2-pole plug-in molded case circuit breaker designed for fast, reliable branch circuit protection in panelboards and load centers. Built to withstand daily demand, this unit’s plug-in connection simplifies installation and rapid replacements, minimizing downtime on service calls.

With a thermal-magnetic trip unit, CH240 delivers stable and repeatable protection against both overcurrent and short circuits. It’s engineered to work with matching Eaton OEM panelboards and load centers, ensuring coordinated protection and consistent performance across your electrical system.

Key Features

• Fast plug-in connection for rapid installation and easy replacements — ideal for upgrades, maintenance, or emergency fixes.
• Thermal-magnetic trip provides dependable, repeatable protection across a range of loads.
• 2-pole, 40A, 240V design tailored for branch circuits in residential, commercial, and light industrial spaces.
• Plug-in molded case construction supports durable, secure seating in panelboards and load centers.
• OEM compatibility built to fit matching Eaton panelboards and compatible OEM products for coordinated protection.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Eaton
• Part Number: CH240
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage Rating: 40A
• Voltage Rating: 240V
• Number of Poles: 2
• Mounting Style: Plug-in
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Applications & Use Cases

The CH240 is ideal for protecting individual branch circuits across a broad range of environments:

• Residential service panels where quick-replaceable protection is needed for kitchen, laundry, or workshop circuits.
• Commercial spaces such as offices, retail, and small data rooms requiring dependable 2-pole protection for critical loads.
• Light industrial installations where reliable short-circuit protection and easy maintenance are valued.
• Retrofit projects updating existing Eaton panelboards or compatible OEM load centers needing rapid plug-in installation.

Installation & Compatibility

Designed to pair with Eaton panelboards and compatible OEM load centers, the CH240 ensures coordinated protection with other Eaton devices. When replacing or upgrading breakers, verify that your panel accepts CH-series plug-in breakers. Power down the panel and follow all applicable electrical codes and safety practices. The plug-in connection minimizes downtime and simplifies field service, letting technicians swap in a like-for-like replacement quickly.

Why This CH240 Stands Out

What makes this 40A, 240V, 2-pole plug-in breaker a smart choice isn’t just the specs — it’s how quickly you can deploy it and how reliably it protects your circuits. The combination of a fast plug-in connection, a thermal-magnetic trip for stable protection, and OEM-ready compatibility gives you a replacement that behaves like the original equipment, keeps outages brief, and reduces maintenance headaches.

Ready to secure your electrical system with a trusted, plug-in solution? Add the Eaton CH240 to your cart through AmpState today and experience installation efficiency paired with dependable branch circuit protection.