Q2L2225 - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

Q2L2225 - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

When you're replacing a breaker in existing equipment, the small details can be just as important as the amp rating. The Q2L2225 is a 225-amp, 2-pole thermal-magnetic circuit breaker rated at 10 kAIC at 240 VAC. The same manufacturer makes this replacement, and it was specifically designed to replace the Q2L2225 in compatible applications. It has a non-interchangeable trip unit and uses lug terminals on both the line and load sides. Size is another detail worth checking: the breaker measures 6.5 inches high, 3.0 inches wide, and 3.13 inches deep. For maintenance teams, electricians, and facilities personnel working with legacy equipment, having those specifications available makes it easier to determine whether the breaker matches the system's requirements. It's made for applications where the goal is to maintain the required form, fit, and function without changing the intended electrical setup. When properly matched to the equipment, this is a straightforward, built-to-spec solution for Q2L2225 replacement needs.

Key Features and Benefits

• 225 amp rating with a 2-pole configuration.
• Thermal-magnetic breaker design with a non-interchangeable trip unit.
• Rated 10k AIC at 240VAC.
• Lugs are provided on both the line and load sides.
• At 6.5" high x 3.0" wide x 3.13" deep, the dimensions can be checked against the existing application before installation.
• Made by the same manufacturer as the original and specifically designed to replace the Q2L2225.
• Helps maintain the required form, fit, and function in compatible legacy equipment.
• Built to last for its intended electrical application.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: Q2L2225
  
• Type: Q2L
  
• Amperage: 225A
  
• Poles: 2
  
• Breaker Design: Thermal Magnetic
  
• A.I.C. Rating: 10k
  
• Voltage: 240VAC
  
• Trip Unit: Non-Interchangeable
  
• Line Side Connection: Lug Terminals
  
• Load Side Connection: Lug Terminals
  
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.5 in.
  • Width: 3.0 in.
  • Depth: 3.13 in.

Material Compliance and Certifications

• For this type of replacement, certification requirements should be checked against the actual breaker and the equipment where it will be used. Specific UL, CSA, RoHS, or other compliance claims are not provided in the available specifications, so they shouldn't be assumed. Refer to the breaker markings and applicable manufacturer documentation to verify any certification or material-compliance requirements for the installation.

Where It Works Best

• The Q2L2225 replacement breaker makes the most sense for existing electrical equipment designed around this particular Q2L configuration. That includes compatible legacy panels, distribution equipment, and similar electrical systems that call for a 225A, 2-pole thermal-magnetic breaker rated at 10k AIC at 240VAC.