QBM22225TN - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

QBM22225TN - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

When safety and consistent electrical performance matter most, the QBM22225TN 225A Circuit Breaker delivers dependable overcurrent protection for your electrical systems. Designed by Schneider Electric, this PowerPacT Q-Frame breaker is built for demanding environments where precise tripping and long-lasting durability are essential. Operating on 240VAC systems, it features a 2-pole design with a 225A rating and an interrupting capacity of 10kA at both 208Y/120VAC and 240VAC, ensuring your installations stay protected from overloads and short circuits.
The thermal magnetic trip technology provides accurate, efficient tripping, while the integral push-to-trip button offers convenient manual operation whenever needed. Installation is made simple with lugs on the load side and terminal nuts on the line side, giving electricians the flexibility to work faster and more efficiently. With its strong build quality and compliance with multiple safety standards, this breaker is an essential component for reliable power management.

Key Features and Benefits

• High Interrupting Capacity: Handles up to 10kA fault currents at 208Y/120VAC and 240VAC, ensuring safe interruption during overloads or short circuits.
• Thermal Magnetic Trip: Offers consistent protection with quick response to both overload and short-circuit conditions.
• Manual Trip Button: Push-to-trip feature adds another level of control for testing and emergency shutdowns.
• Long-Lasting Design: Built to endure with 1000 loaded cycles and 5000 unloaded cycles for extended operational life.
• Flexible Installation: Unit mount lug design with load-side lugs and line-side terminal nuts simplifies setup.
  

Technical Specifications

• Current Rating: 225A
  
• Poles: 2
  
• Voltage: 240 VAC (50/60 Hz)
  
• Breaking Capacity: 10 kA
  
• Impulse Withstand Voltage: 8 kV
  
• Continuous Current Rating: 80%
  
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 2400 A
  
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.47 inches
  • Width: 3 inches
  • Depth: 3.93 inches
• Mounting: Unit mount lug
  
• Connections: Lugs on line side, terminal nuts on load side
  
• Tightening Torque: 247.82 lbf.in (28 N.m)
  
• Operating Temperature: 104–158°F (40–70°C)
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Certifications: UL, CSA, NOM approved; IEC certified for international compliance.
• Environmental Compliance: RoHS and REACh compliant for eco-conscious installations.
• Green Premium™ Label: Mercury-free, PVC-free, halogen-free design for sustainable power solutions.
  

Suitability

• The QBM22225TN is ideal for a wide range of electrical applications, including industrial plants, commercial buildings, data centers, and residential projects requiring dependable circuit protection. Contractors and electricians trust this breaker for its safety certifications, durable construction, and reliable performance under tough operating conditions.