{"product_id":"q1-280","title":"Square D Q1-280 - 120-240A, 2-Pole, Circuit Breaker","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Square D Q1-280 2-Pole Circuit Breaker, a purpose-built solution for dependable overcurrent protection in demanding electrical systems. With a current rating of 120-240 A, this breaker is engineered to guard both the power feed and connected equipment in panelboards, switchboards, and control panels, delivering reliable performance when uptime matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned as a 2-Pole device, the Q1-280 provides coordinated protection for both hot lines, ensuring that faults are promptly interrupted and safety is maintained across the distribution network. This makes it an ideal fit for environments where safe operation and quick fault isolation are non-negotiable—from busy manufacturing floors to centralized control centers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-pole protection\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures simultaneous disconnection on both lines during a fault, enhancing safety and system reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide current range\u003c\/strong\u003e—120-240 A—offers flexibility for a variety of circuit sizes and applications.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile mounting and compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for seamless use in panelboards, switchboards, and control panels within industrial, commercial, and OEM settings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust, predictable protection\u003c\/strong\u003e provides stable trip characteristics essential for protecting wires, motors, and downstream devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePractical applications and use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustrial distribution panels powering conveyors, pumps, and drives where consistent overcurrent protection is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotor control centers requiring reliable de-energization of faulty circuits to prevent equipment damage and downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial electrical assemblies and OEM equipment that demand durable protection in compact, two-pole form factors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy this matters for your project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Square D Q1-280 brings a focused, purpose-built solution to protect circuits and equipment in everyday operations. Its 2-Pole design reduces the risk of partial energization during faults, while the 120-240 A rating accommodates a broad range of loads. When you need consistent, safe interruption of power across multiple conductors, this breaker keeps systems aligned with performance and safety goals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120-240 A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-Pole\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreaker type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circuit Breaker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panelboards, switchboards, and control panels\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industrial, commercial, and OEM applications requiring dependable overcurrent protection and safe operation in distribution panels and motor control centers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Square D","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":46390628319394,"sku":"Q1-280","price":88.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/circuit_breaker_generic_fe088277-03ec-4f30-a4f3-dae9af35c5b5.png?v=1765378545","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/q1-280","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}