Eaton / Cutler-HammerQPGFEP2050
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer QPGFEP2040 GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
- 40A
- 2 Pole
- Plug-On
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
QPGFEP2040
GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
Brand
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
SKU
QPGFEP2040
Quantity
Shop with Confidence
Add an extra year of protection in your cart.
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer QPGFEP2040 - 40A GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
New
Quantity
Similar Items
Eaton / Cutler-HammerQPGFEP2030
30A GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
Eaton / Cutler-HammerQPGFEP2020
20A GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
Eaton / Cutler-HammerQBGFEP2040
40A GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
Description
Built for commercial and industrial applications, the Eaton QPGFEP2040 delivers reliable 30mA ground-fault equipment protection. This two-pole, 40-amp miniature circuit breaker safeguards machinery from damaging low-level fault currents. Designed for seamless integration, it mounts into Eaton Quicklag panelboards using a standard plug-on configuration. Rated at 10 kAIC at 120/240VAC, this thermal-magnetic breaker provides both long-time and instantaneous trip functions and is HACR rated.Specifications
| Brand | Eaton / Cutler-Hammer |
|---|---|
| Series | QPGFEP |
| Amperage | 40A |
| Poles | 2 |
| Mounting Style | Plug-On |
| Voltage | 120/240VAC |
| Phase | 1 |
| AIC Rating | 10kA @ 120/240VAC |
| Terminal Type | Box Lugs |
|---|---|
| For Use With | Eaton Quicklag Panelboards |
| Wire Gauge | 14-4 AWG |
| Max Wire | 4 AWG |
| Min Wire | 14 AWG |
| Trip Technology | Thermal Magnetic |
|---|---|
| Trip Function Code | LIG |
| Trip Function | Long-Time, Instantaneous, Ground Fault |
| Trip Adjustability | Fixed Thermal, Fixed Magnetic |
| Special Classification | GFEP |
|---|---|
| Available Options | Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Alarm Switch, Padlock Attachment |
| Standards | CSA C22.2, UL 1053, UL 489 |
| Approval | CSA, UL |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | HACR Rated |
Product FAQs
6 answersWhat is the ground fault trip sensitivity of the QPGFEP2040?
This breaker is a Ground Fault Equipment Protector (GFEP) with a 30mA trip sensitivity. It is designed to protect equipment like heat tracing, pumps, and commercial machinery from damage, rather than providing the 5mA Class A personnel protection found in standard GFCI breakers.
Which panelboards accept the QPGFEP2040 breaker?
This plug-on breaker is designed specifically for Eaton Quicklag panelboards that accept Type QP breakers. It cannot be used in load centers requiring bolt-on (Type QB) or cable-in/cable-out (Type QC) connections.
How is the neutral connected on the QPGFEP2040?
This breaker is equipped with a pigtail neutral wire. The pigtail must be routed and connected directly to the neutral bus bar in the panelboard to power the internal ground fault sensing circuitry.
What are the wire size limits for the QPGFEP2040 box lugs?
The box lugs accommodate wire gauges from 14 AWG up to 4 AWG, allowing flexibility for up-sizing conductors to account for voltage drop on long equipment runs.
Are Eaton and Cutler-Hammer QPGFEP2040 breakers the same?
Yes. Eaton acquired Cutler-Hammer, and the QPGFEP2040 catalog number is manufactured to the exact same specifications under both brand names. They are fully interchangeable in Quicklag panelboards.
What type of trip technology does the QPGFEP2040 use?
It utilizes fixed thermal-magnetic trip technology, providing long-time response for overloads and instantaneous response for short circuits, alongside the 30mA ground fault equipment protection.
SuperClub
Join free. Get 500 SuperPoints.
Earn points on eligible purchases and redeem them at checkout.
100 SuperPoints = $1 off.
Warranties
Add an extra year of protection
60-Day Warranty
Your purchase includes 60 days of SuperBreakers warranty coverage.
Add a 1-year warranty extension in your cart.
Get a Quote
Don’t see what you’re looking for?
We source obsolete and hard-to-find parts every day.
Shipping
Free Shipping Policy
Parcel shipments with item value over $99 qualify for free economy shipping within the continental US. Please call to confirm special handling instructions. We do not charge a handling fee or require a minimum amount on any order. SuperBreakers does not ship on customer accounts.
Same Day Shipping
We strive to ship out your items the same day the order is placed. In rare circumstances SuperBreakers may reserve up to 5 business days to consolidate orders for complete shipment.
Expedited Shipments
Orders being shipped via Next Day Air, 2 Day Shipping or 3 Day Shipping must be received by 3 PM EST to guarantee same-day shipments. Expedited orders only ship on normal business days. Shipments will NOT be sent out on Saturdays and Sundays.
International Shipping
All International orders require a $1,000 minimum order threshold. Due to the special nature of these shipments, we require that these be placed with a SuperBreakers representative. Additional shipping and instructions will apply. All International Orders are Non-Cancel and Non-Refundable.