Q1-3100 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

Q1-3100 - 100 Amp Circuit Breaker

Meet the Q1-3100 — a high-performance, dependable circuit breaker engineered for demanding electrical systems. With a 100 A rating and a 10,000 AIC (Interrupting Capacity) at 240 VAC, this thermal-magnetic breaker delivers reliable protection against both overloads and short circuits. Its slim, six-space footprint and plug-on design simplify upgrades and maintenance, making it a practical choice for commercial, industrial, or retrofit environments.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Seamlessly integrates thermal trip and magnetic trip functionality to guard your system against gradual overloads and sudden faults.
• Space-Efficient Design: The Q1 frame requires just six panel spaces (slots), helping you maximize your panel real estate.
• Straightforward Installation: A plug-on chassis lets you mount it quickly and with minimal fuss, reducing downtime.
• Long-Term Durability: Built from quality materials and engineered for continuous use in harsh environments, offering stable performance over time.
• Clear Fault Response: Responds quickly to abnormal current events, keeping circuits safe and downstream equipment protected.
  

Technical Specifications

• Poles: 3
  
• Amperage: 100 A
  
• AIC Rating: 10,000 A at 240 VAC
  
• Dimensions:
  • Width: 2.25″
  • Length: 6.38″
  • Depth: 2.31″
• Weight: 3.10 lbs
  
• Frame Type: Q1
  
• Panel Spaces Required: 6
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL Standards: This breaker meets applicable UL (Underwriters Laboratories) standards, certifying its safety and performance in rigorous industrial settings.
• Environmental Compliance: Produced using materials that comply with relevant environmental and safety protocols, it ensures you get a dependable, regulation-friendly component you can trust in mission-critical installations.
  

Where It Works Best

• The Q1-3100 is ideal for systems undergoing maintenance or retrofitting, especially in commercial buildings, light industrial plants, or institutional facilities. Because it’s designed to match legacy Q1 panel layouts, it integrates into existing switchgear easily. Use it in control panels, distribution centers, motor drives, or any application where maintaining continuity, safety, and space efficiency is key.