General Electric Q-Line THQL2170 Circuit Breaker
The General Electric Q-Line THQL2170 is a molded case circuit breaker designed for reliable circuit protection. It operates at 120/240 VAC and supports a 70 A current rating with a 10 kA interrupt rating, ensuring robust performance in residential and commercial applications. This 2-pole breaker is ideal for safeguarding electrical systems against overloads and short circuits, providing dependable protection in a compact design. Its thermal magnetic mechanism ensures quick response to fault conditions, making it a trusted choice for modern electrical installations.
Features
- Design: One-inch wide per pole, compact thermal magnetic devices.
- Connection: Plug-in versions for easy connection to load centers and lighting panels.
- Versatility: Available in 1, 2, and 3-pole versions; compatible with auxiliary contact and shunt trip accessories.
- Applications: Suitable for HID (High-Intensity Discharge) lighting applications.
- Trip Mechanism: Non-interchangeable trip for consistent performance.
- Safety Features: Quick make/quick break mechanisms, common trip bars, and easy-to-spot trip indication.
- Feeder Type: Feeder 1 in plug-in design for efficient installation.
- Wire Compatibility: Supports both copper (Cu) and aluminum (Al) wiring.
- Internal Design: Internal common trip for synchronized tripping across poles.
Specifications
| Interrupt Rating: | 10 kA |
| Mounting Type: | Plug-In |
| Number of Poles: | 2 |
| Phase: | 1 |
| Voltage Rating: | 120/240 V |
| Wire Size: | 6 to 1/0 AWG (copper), 4 to 1/0 AWG (aluminum) |
| Amperage Rating: | 70 A |
| Connection Type: | Box Lug |
| Standards & Approvals: | UL E11592 Listed, UL 489, Federal Specification (WC-375B), HACR Rating |
| Type: | Type THQL |
| Trip Type: | Long Time/Instantaneous |
| Temperature Rating: | 60°C/75°C |
| Height: | 3-9/32 in |
| Width: | 2 in |
| Depth: | 2-3/8 in |