Designed for commercial and industrial power distribution, the Siemens QJ23B175 is a three-pole molded case circuit breaker. It features a non-interchangeable thermal-magnetic trip unit that provides dependable long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection. This QJ frame breaker utilizes a bolt-on mounting configuration to install into Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards. Operating at 240VAC, the unit delivers a 10kA interrupting capacity and has been officially replaced by the newer QR23B175.
No, Siemens has discontinued the QJ frame series. The direct replacement for this breaker is the Siemens QR23B175, which shares the same form and fit while adding support for field-installable accessories.
Which panelboards are compatible with this breaker?
This breaker is designed for use in Siemens P1, P2, and P3 panelboards, as well as compatible meter centers and enclosures.
What wire sizes are accepted by the load lugs on this breaker?
The lugs accept 6 AWG to 300 kcmil copper wire, or 4 AWG to 300 kcmil aluminum wire.
Can this breaker be used in 480V applications?
No, this breaker is rated for a maximum of 240V AC and cannot be used on 480V systems.
How does this breaker mount into the panel?
It features a bolt-on connection, requiring it to be physically bolted to the panelboard busbar rather than snapping into place.
What type of trip unit does this breaker use?
It uses a non-interchangeable thermal magnetic trip unit with fixed long-time and instantaneous (LI) trip functions.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 4.8 out of 5 based on 10 reviews.
Siemens QJ23B125 - 125A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
9/11/26
Breaker
Perfect
TN
Timothy N.
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Siemens QJ23B200 - 200A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7/27/26
10% off
Arrived on time, worked when turned on
WK
Willie K.
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Siemens QJ23B150 - 150A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
7/22/26
Breaker
The Breaker arrive fast and in good condition however when I looked at the specs it was not the correct one.
PG
Phil G.
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Siemens QJ23B200 - 200A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3/3/26
Great Service
I was in a bind for this breaker that was for an elevator, and Nick got me all the components even though their blizzard! Will use them for all my specialty breakers.
VC
Vladimir C.
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Siemens QJ22B200 - 200A 2 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
12/10/25
4 start
The breaker was it perfect match.,but it was missing the two top bolts.