General Electric THHQC2130WL 30A 2-Pole 240 V Circuit Breaker Potential Transformer

General Electric THHQC2130WL 30A 2-Pole 240 V Circuit Breaker Potential Transformer is a precise, dependable safeguard for your electrical system. Built by GE, it’s designed to protect 240 V circuits and gate the flow of electricity to prevent overloads, faults, and equipment damage.

Key specs at a glance:

• Current rating: 30 A
• Poles: 2
• Voltage rating: 240 V
• Part number: THHQC2130WL

Why this GE circuit breaker stands out

Unlike generic breakers, this General Electric THHQC2130WL model is engineered for seamless integration with GE panels and protective systems. The two-pole design ensures both live conductors shut off together, delivering safer disconnection on 240-volt circuits. The inclusion of "Potential Transformer" in the product family indicates it is tailored to work within protection and metering setups that rely on potential-transformer signals for monitoring and relay coordination.

Ideal use cases

• Residential or light commercial 240 V circuits feeding air conditioning compressors, heat pumps, water heaters, and large motors up to 30 A.
• Panel upgrades or replacements in GE-based electrical panels that require THHQC2130WL components.
• Parts of protection schemes where metering or relay coordination uses potential-transformer signals.

Installation and safety notes

For reliable performance, install in accordance with national electrical codes and GE installation guidelines. As a two-pole device rated for 240 V, ensure that both poles are physically and electrically coordinated during mounting to guarantee simultaneous disconnection during a fault event.

Practical insights

• Keep a spare THHQC2130WL on hand for quick field replacements in critical GE panels.
• Label circuits clearly after installing to reflect the 30 A, 2-pole 240 V protection, aiding future maintenance and safety checks.
• Pair with compatible sensing or metering equipment that leverages potential-transformer inputs for accurate protection coordination.