SQUARE D QOB130GFI Miniature Circuit Breaker, 30A, 1 Pole, 120VAC, 10KA, Bolt On Mount

Square D QOB130GFI circuit breaker is ideal for ground fault protection to help prevent electrical shocks and fires by quickly interrupting the circuit when it detects a ground fault. It is suitable for safeguarding outlets in bathrooms, kitchens and outdoor areas where water exposure is a concern. Its ability to rapidly cut off power upon detecting ground faults makes it essential for enhancing electrical safety in diverse environments. This UL-listed circuit breaker offers a bolt-on mounting style to ensure secure and stable attachment within electrical panels. It incorporates a paddle actuator for convenient manual operation of the circuit breaker. This QOB Series circuit breaker can operate at a temperature of 104 degrees F.

Working Mechanism:

• It is designed to safeguard against electrical shocks and ground faults.
• The breaker constantly monitors the electrical current flowing through the circuit.
• If there is an imbalance between the current in the hot (live) and neutral wires, indicating a potential ground fault or leakage, the breaker swiftly interrupts the circuit.
• This rapid response effectively cuts off the power supply, preventing electric shocks and potential fires by promptly disconnecting the faulty circuit.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. With which series of panelboards and load centers is the QOB130GFI compatible?

A. This QOB130GFI circuit breaker is compatible with NQ and QO Series panelboards and load centres.

Q. What is the interrupting capacity of this QOB130GFI circuit breaker?

A. This circuit breaker has an ampere interrupting rating (AIR) of 10kA at 120VAC.

Q. Can the QOB130GFI circuit breaker be used for single-phase systems?

A. Yes, this circuit breaker is designed for single-phase systems.

Q. Is this circuit breaker compatible with aluminium and copper wiring?

A. Yes, this QOB130GFI circuit breaker accommodates a minimum wire size of 12 AWG (aluminium) and 14 AWG (copper) and a maximum wire size of 8 AWG.

Q. How do I reset this QOB130GFI circuit breaker after it trips?

A. To reset the circuit breaker after it trips due to a ground fault, move the actuator paddle from the tripped (OFF) position to the reset (ON) position.

Q. What is the purpose of the pressure plate terminal connection?

A. The pressure plate terminal connection ensures a reliable & secure electrical connection for the circuit breaker.