Eaton QCGFEP2040 - 40 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

Meet the Eaton QCGFEP2040, a 40A, 240V, 2-pole molded case circuit breaker designed to protect your electrical system with precision and reliability. Engineered for dependable branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and loadcenters, this breaker ensures safe, consistent performance where it matters most.

• Compact molded case design optimizes panel space and simplifies wiring layouts, helping you fit more circuits without crowding the enclosure.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit delivers stable, repeatable protection. The thermal element handles gradual overloads, while the magnetic element provides rapid response to short circuits, reducing the risk of damage and downtime.
• OEM panel compatibility designed to align with matching Eaton panelboards and other OEM loadcenters for straightforward replacement and upgrade paths.
• Versatile for multiple settings suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications, making it a reliable choice across projects.

Why this breaker matters for your electrical protection

In a typical electrical setup, you need a device that not only stops excessive current but also does so consistently at the right thresholds. The QCGFEP2040’s two-pole design provides simultaneous protection for both hot conductors of a 240V circuit, ensuring balanced interruption and reducing the potential for arcing or uneven fault conditions. Its proven thermal-magnetic mechanism helps prevent nuisance trips from minor temperature fluctuations while still interrupting faults quickly when seconds count.

Ideal use cases

• Installing or upgrading 240V circuits in residential panelboards, such as water heaters, central air units, and other common 240V loads requiring robust protection.
• Replacing a failed or aging breaker in Eaton-compatible loadcenters to restore reliable circuit protection.
• New installations in light commercial panels where space efficiency and dependable performance are priorities.

Technical specifications at a glance

• Manufacturer: Eaton
• Part number: QCGFEP2040
• 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 in panelboards and loadcenters

For projects requiring dependable, space-efficient protection with a proven trip mechanism, the Eaton QCGFEP2040 offers a precise balance of form and function. Trust AmpState to supply a component that aligns with your Eaton-compatible panels and delivers worry-free protection for years of operation.