{"product_id":"square-d-bda260501-50a-2-pole-plug-in-circuit-breaker","title":"Square D BDA260501 - 50 A, 2-Pole Plug-In Circuit Breaker | AmpState","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquare D BDA260501\u003c\/strong\u003e — 50 A, 2-pole plug-in molded case circuit breaker — is built to deliver reliable branch circuit protection in panelboards and loadcenters. This fast-to-install device is crafted for electricians and long-term electrical reliability in residential, commercial, and light industrial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey features that matter in the field:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast plug-in connection\u003c\/strong\u003e for quick installation and streamlined replacements, reducing downtime during service calls or panel upgrades.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal-magnetic trip unit\u003c\/strong\u003e provides stable, repeatable protection by responding predictably to overloads and short-circuits, helping safeguard wiring and devices.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM-compatible design\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for use with matching Square D load centers and panelboards, promoting coordinated protection and reliable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-pole configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e50 A\u003c\/strong\u003e rating delivers coordinated protection for circuits that require robust, two-wire protection with a shared neutral in typical panel layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTechnical snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Square D\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number\u003c\/strong\u003e: BDA260501\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmperage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 50 A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoles\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plug-in\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis breaker is an ideal choice for electricians stocking versatile protection for service panels, subpanels, or retrofit projects where a durable, plug-in solution is preferred. Its plug-in style simplifies compatibility checks during panelboard selections, and its thermal-magnetic operation ensures predictable behavior across a range of loads and environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eUse cases and ideal applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eResidential panels upgrading or expanding circuits that demand reliable 50 A protection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial spaces such as small offices or retail environments needing quick replacement during panel servicing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLight-industrial setups with circuits that require solid overcurrent protection without complex wiring changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePractical guidance and tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBefore installation, confirm the panelboard compatibility with Square D BDA-series devices to ensure proper trip characteristics and coordination with adjacent breakers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDuring replacement, power down the panel and verify the plug-in connectors are clean and undamaged to maintain a solid, secure connection.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse this 50 A, 2-pole breaker for circuits that demand strong protection where two hot legs share a neutral, as appropriate for your panel’s design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor dependable protection with straightforward installation, the Square D BDA260501 from AmpState delivers a practical, field-proven solution tailored to real-world panelboard and loadcenter needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amp State","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46355171967138,"sku":null,"price":710.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/square-d-bda260501-50-a-2-pole-plug-in-circuit-breaker-ampstate-481.webp?v=1788738411","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/square-d-bda260501-50a-2-pole-plug-in-circuit-breaker","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}