BQ2C020 - 20Amp Circuit Breaker

BQ2C020 - 20Amp Circuit Breaker

The Challenger BQ2C020 is a 2-pole, 20-amp molded case circuit breaker designed for use in Type BQ panelboards and load centers. Rated for 120/240 VAC, it features a common-trip design that disconnects both poles during overload and short-circuit conditions.

This breaker is commonly used for your branch circuits serving lighting, receptacles, HVAC equipment, pumps, and other general electrical loads. Built for long-term service, the BQ2C020 maintains the form, fit, and function required for existing Type BQ electrical systems.

Key Features and Benefits

• Challenger Type BQ molded case circuit breaker
  
• 20 amp current rating
  
• 2-pole common-trip configuration
  
• Rated for 120/240 VAC systems
  
• 10 kAIC interrupting capacity
  
• Bolt-on mounting design
  
• HACR rated
  
• Designed for branch circuit protection
  
• Compatible with Type BQ panelboards and load centers
  
• Built to last in everyday electrical distribution applications
  

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Challenger
  
• Catalog Number: BQ2C020
  
• Product Type: Molded Case Circuit Breaker
  
• Breaker Type: BQ
  
• Number of Poles: 2
  
• Current Rating: 20 Amps
  
• Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC
  
• Interrupting Rating: 10 kAIC
  
• Trip Configuration: Common Trip
  
• Mounting Type: Bolt-On
  
• Operating Temperature: 40°C
  
• Dimensions:
  • Width: 2.00 in.
  • Height: 3.29 in.
  • Depth: 2.92 in.
• Dimensions: 2.00"W × 3.29"H × 2.92"D
  
• Ship Weight: 2.25 lbs.
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The Challenger BQ2C020 is manufactured for low-voltage electrical distribution and branch circuit protection applications.

• HACR Rated
• UL Listed
• Rated for 120/240 VAC systems
• Suitable for residential and commercial electrical applications
• Designed for use in compatible Type BQ equipment

Where It Works Best

• The BQ2C020 is commonly installed in residential homes, apartment buildings, small commercial properties, workshops, and maintenance facilities. Typical applications include lighting circuits, receptacle circuits, HVAC equipment, pumps, and other branch circuits requiring a 20-amp, 2-pole circuit breaker.