Eaton HMCP250D5 - 250 A, 600 V, 3-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Meet the Eaton HMCP250D5—a 250 A, 600 V, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker engineered to deliver dependable branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and loadcenters. Its compact design makes the most of available panel space, helping you fit more essential protection without sacrificing wiring clarity or serviceability.

• Compact molded case design—efficient use of panel space for easier installation and cleaner wiring in crowded panels.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit—provides stable, repeatable protection against overloads and short circuits, reducing nuisance trips and extending equipment life.
• 250 A, 600 V, 3 poles— supports three-phase circuits common in commercial and light industrial settings while delivering reliable protection for each leg of the system.
• OEM panelboard compatibility— designed to coordinate with matching Eaton loadcenters and panelboards for a cohesive protection solution and straightforward replacement.
• Versatile application— suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial environments where robust branch-circuit protection is essential.

Why this matters in real-world protection scenarios:

• Safeguards wiring, equipment, and occupants by interrupting fault currents promptly, helping you meet code requirements and minimize downtime.
• Precise trip behavior from the thermal-magnetic mechanism means fewer false trips and more predictable performance during peak loads or fault conditions.
• OEM compatibility simplifies upgrades, expansions, or panel modernization projects by preserving familiar form and function.

Ideal use cases:

• Main distribution in small to mid-size commercial facilities requiring reliable 3-phase protection.
• Residential or light commercial sub-panels that need a sturdy, easy-to-maintain protection solution for large feeders or critical circuits.
• Industrial control panels where space is at a premium but robust overcurrent protection is non-negotiable.

Technical snapshot

• Manufacturer: Eaton
• Part Number: HMCP250D5
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage Rating: 250 A
• Voltage Rating: 600 V
• Number of Poles: 3
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection