BQ220230 - Quadplex 20/30 Circuit Breaker

BQ220230 - Quadplex 20/30 Circuit Breaker

Finding space for additional 240-volt circuits can be a challenge when a loadcenter is already close to capacity. The Eaton BQ220230 Type BQ Quadplex Circuit Breaker combines one 20-amp two-pole breaker and one 30-amp two-pole breaker into a single compact unit, allowing two separate circuits to be added without using additional breaker spaces.

Built for your Eaton Type BR loadcenters, the BQ220230 is used for branch circuit protection in residential and light commercial electrical systems. Its thermal magnetic trip mechanism responds to overloads and short circuits, helping protect your wiring and connected equipment. The combination of 20A and 30A two-pole protection makes this breaker useful when serving different load requirements from a single breaker position.

The plug-on design allows for installation in compatible loadcenters, while the built-in rejection tab helps ensure proper placement.

Key Features and Benefits

• Quadplex design: With one 20A two-pole breaker and one 30A two-pole breaker.
• Adds two independent 240-volt circuits: While conserving panel space.
• Thermal magnetic trip mechanism: For overload and short-circuit protection.
• Designed for Eaton Type BR loadcenters.
• Plug-on mounting design.
• Rejection tab feature: Helps ensure proper installation.
• Rated for 120/240 VAC systems.
• 10 kAIC interrupting capacity.
• Compatible with copper and aluminum conductors.
• HACR rated.
• UL 489 Listed.
  

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: BQ220230
  
• Manufacturer: Eaton
  
• Product Type: Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker
  
• Circuit Breaker Type: BQ Quadplex
  
• Type: Type BQ 1-Inch CTL Plug-On Circuit Breaker
  
• Amperage Rating: (1) Two-Pole 20A, (1) Two-Pole 30A
  
• Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC
  
• Number of Poles: Four-Pole Configuration
  
• Trip Type: T194
  
• Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  
• Mounting Method: Plug-On
  
• Wire Size: #14–4 AWG Copper/Aluminum
  
• Product Length: 3 in
  
• Product Height: 3 in
  
• Product Width: 2 in
  
• Product Weight: 0.7 lb
  
• Special Feature: Rejection Tab
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The BQ220230 is UL 489 Listed and complies with Federal Specifications Classification W-C375. Eaton Type BQ quadplex circuit breakers are also listed for HACR applications when installed in accordance with applicable electrical codes and manufacturer requirements.

• UL 489 Listed
• Federal Specifications Classification W-C375
• HACR Rated
  

Where It Works Best

• The BQ220230 is commonly found in residential service panels, multifamily housing, office spaces, retail locations, workshops, and light commercial facilities where additional two-pole circuits are needed but available panel space is limited. Common applications include HVAC systems, heat pumps, water heaters, air conditioning equipment, dedicated appliance circuits, and other 120/240-volt branch circuits.