QL1HT - 1P Quicklag Handle Tie

QL1HT -  1P Quicklag Handle Tie

The Eaton QL1HT handle tie is a small but important accessory designed for use with compatible Eaton Quicklag (QL) circuit breakers. This single-pole handle tie connects the operating handles of adjacent breakers so they move together when switched on or off. In many electrical panel applications, tying breaker handles together helps maintain proper circuit control and supports safe, code-compliant installations. The QL1HT is compact and lightweight, making it easy to install inside panelboards and load centers without taking up additional space. Electricians often rely on accessories like this to simplify multi-circuit control and maintain consistent breaker operation. Built to Eaton’s quality standards and tested for safety, the QL1HT offers a straightforward solution for professionals maintaining or assembling electrical distribution systems that use Quicklag breakers.

Key Features and Benefits

• Designed for Quicklag Breakers – Made for use with Eaton QL series circuit breakers.
• Handle Tie Function – Links adjacent breaker handles so they operate together.
• Compact Size – Measures just 0.5 inches on each side, allowing easy installation in tight panel spaces.
• Lightweight Accessory – Weighs approximately 0.01 lb, so it adds virtually no extra load.
• Quick Installation – Simple design allows electricians to install or replace the tie quickly during panel work.
• Supports Proper Breaker Operation – Helps maintain coordinated switching of paired circuits.

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: QL1HT
  
• UPC: 786679480076
  
• Product Type: Circuit Breaker Accessory
  
• Accessory Type: Handle Tie
  
• Breaker Compatibility: Eaton Quicklag (QL)
  
• Number of Poles: Single-pole
  
• Dimensions:
  • Length / Depth: 0.5 in
  • Height: 0.5 in
  • Width: 0.5 in
• Product Weight: 0.01 lb
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL Listed
• CSA Certified
• These certifications indicate the accessory has been evaluated for safety and reliability when used in approved electrical installations.

Where It Works Best

• Residential load centers
• Commercial electrical distribution panels
• Panelboard installations using Eaton Quicklag breakers
• Electrical maintenance or retrofit projects
• The QL1HT handle tie is commonly used in electrical panels where two adjacent single-pole breakers need to operate together.