{"product_id":"eaton-qcgft2030-30a-240v-2-pole-circuit-breaker","title":"Eaton QCGFT2030 - 30 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eaton QCGFT2030 is a compact, reliable 30A, 240V, 2-pole molded case circuit breaker designed to protect your branch circuits with precision. Built to slot into panelboards and load centers, it delivers dependable overcurrent and short-circuit protection while optimizing space in dense electrical setups.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy the QCGFT2030 stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace-efficient molded case design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimizes panel clutter, leaving room for future add-ons without compromising protection.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal-magnetic trip unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides stable, repeatable protection by handling sustained overloads (thermal) and delivering rapid response to short circuits (magnetic). 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