Built to safeguard sensitive machinery, this 40A three-pole breaker offers Class B 30mA ground fault protection. The plug-on design integrates seamlessly into Square D QO load centers and NQ panelboards for commercial deployments. Equipped with box lug terminals and the highly visible Visi-Trip red indicator, it ensures rapid troubleshooting and reliable thermal-magnetic defense against overloads and low-level faults.
This plug-on breaker is designed exclusively for Square D QO load centers and NQ panelboards. It is not compatible with Square D Homeline or panels from other manufacturers.
How many panel spaces does the QO340EPD require?
As a 3-pole QO breaker, it requires three standard 0.75-inch spaces in a compatible 3-phase QO or NQ panel.
What does the EPD designation mean on this breaker?
EPD stands for Equipment Protection Device. It provides a 30mA Class B ground fault trip threshold designed to protect machinery and equipment, such as heat tracing or snow melting systems, rather than personnel.
What is the difference between this EPD breaker and a standard GFCI?
A standard GFCI breaker trips at a 5mA threshold to protect personnel from electrical shock. This EPD breaker trips at 30mA to prevent equipment damage while avoiding nuisance tripping on systems with higher natural leakage current.
How is the neutral connection handled during installation?
This breaker features a pigtail neutral wire that must be connected directly to the panel neutral bar. This connection is required to power the internal ground fault monitoring circuitry.
Does this breaker provide visual trip indication?
Yes, it includes the Square D Visi-Trip indicator. When the breaker trips due to an overload, short circuit, or ground fault, a highly visible red flag appears in the indicator window to assist with fast troubleshooting.
Is there a bolt-on equivalent for the QO340EPD?
Yes. For commercial or industrial applications requiring a bolt-on connection, such as in NQOD or specific NQ panelboards, the equivalent model is the QOB340EPD.
Can this 3-pole breaker be installed in a single-phase panel?
No. This 3-pole breaker is designed specifically for 3-phase systems. It will not physically fit or operate correctly in a standard single-phase load center.
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Customers rate this product 4.9 out of 5 based on 286 reviews.
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Customers say these circuit breakers arrive quickly and work as described. Fast shipping and competitive pricing are frequently mentioned, with many noting same-day or next-day delivery. Users appreciate the wide inventory, particularly for hard-to-find older-style models unavailable locally. The products function reliably and arrive in good condition. Most customers report straightforward ordering and positive interactions. However, some experienced delivery delays or received incorrect items requiring reordering. A few noted concerns about condition upon arrival or customer service responsiveness.
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