Square D QOB280VH - 80 A, 240 V, 2-Pole Bolt-On Circuit Breaker | AmpState

The Square D QOB280VH is a rugged, reliable 80A, 240V, 2-pole bolt-on molded case circuit breaker designed to protect branch circuits in panelboards and load centers. Built for installations where dependable protection and solid connectivity matter, this unit delivers consistent performance when protecting critical electrical loads.

• Secure bolt-on mounting: A robust bolt-on design creates a rigid, vibration-resistant connection to the bus, reducing movement and wear for long-term reliability in busy service rooms and on equipment with dynamic loads.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit: Combines precise overload protection with fast short-circuit sensing, delivering stable, repeatable protection across varying conditions and helping minimize nuisance trips.
• 2-pole, 80A, 240V configuration: Ideal for safeguarding sizable branch circuits while protecting both hot conductors in a multi-wire setup, suitable for high-draw applications without compromising system safety.
• OEM panel compatibility: Engineered to integrate with matching Square D OEM load centers and panelboards, ensuring a smooth fit and predictable electrical characteristics within your existing distribution system.
• Versatile application: Suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial installations where reliable overcurrent and short-circuit protection is essential for safe operation.

Technical snapshot

• Manufacturer: Square D
• Part number: QOB280VH
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage rating: 80 A
• Voltage rating: 240 V
• Poles: 2
• Mounting style: Bolt-on
• Application: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Why choose the QOB280VH for your panel upgrade or replacement project? It delivers targeted protection where circuits matter most, with a mounting approach that stays tight even in environments subject to vibration or movement. The combination of a thermal-magnetic mechanism and a robust bolt-on connection translates to fewer maintenance interruptions and a clearer path to code-compliant protection for your distribution system.

Practical scenarios include upgrading a residential service panel, expanding a light commercial panel, or replacing a failed breaker on a load center that handles HVAC, pumps, or high-draw lighting. By pairing this 80A, 240V 2-pole bolt-on breaker with compatible Square D panelboards, you ensure matched trip characteristics and reliable coordination across your protection scheme.

AmpState offers the Square D QOB280VH with the confidence of purpose-built compatibility checks and support to help you select the right unit for your Square D panel. When you need dependable branch circuit protection that you can count on in everyday operations or mission-critical environments, this bolt-on breaker is a focused, purpose-built choice.