Eaton QC2050 - 50 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Engineered to deliver dependable protection where it matters, the Eaton QC2050 50A 240V 2-pole molded case circuit breaker is built to shield your panelboards and load centers from overcurrent and short circuits. Whether you’re wiring a residence, a small commercial space, or light industrial equipment, this breaker provides precise, repeatable protection when it’s needed most.

• Compact molded-case design helps you maximize panel space, enabling cleaner, more organized installations without sacrificing protection.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit combines thermal overload sensing with an instantaneous magnetic trip, delivering stable, repeatable protection across varying temperatures and electrical conditions.
• 2-pole, 50A, 240V configuration ensures both conductors disconnect together, providing safe, effective protection for 240V loads and reducing the risk of dangerous backfeed.
• OEM loadcenter compatibility is designed to align with matching Eaton loadcenters and panelboards, offering consistent trip curves and reliable performance in your existing system.
• Versatile for multiple environments suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications, helping you safeguard a wide range of circuits with a single, trusted solution.

How it performs in real-world use: when a circuit experiences overload, the thermal element provides controlled, time-delayed response to prevent nuisance trips from minor fluctuations. If a strong fault current occurs, the magnetic element triggers an immediate disconnection, interrupting power to the affected circuit and minimizing damage to equipment and wiring. The result is predictable protection that you can rely on across seasonal temperatures and load variations.

Ideal use scenarios include protecting 240V branch circuits such as large appliances, HVAC equipment, water heaters, or other high-current loads within a panelboard or loadcenter. The Eaton QC2050 is a practical upgrade or replacement for aging breakers, offering a direct-fit solution that maintains the safety performance of your electrical system.

Specifications at a glance

• Manufacturer: Eaton
• Part Number: QC2050
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage Rating: 50A
• Voltage Rating: 240V
• Number of Poles: 2
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Choose the Eaton QC2050 for a compact, reliable, and compatible protection solution that fits your panelboard ecosystem and keeps your electrical system secure under load.