Eaton / Cutler-Hammer CHFN130EP GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
- 30A
- 1 Pole
- Plug-On
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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer CHFN130EP - 30A GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
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Description
Engineered for 30mA ground fault equipment protection, this 30-amp single-pole breaker safeguards heat tracing and snow melting systems. It features a pigtail neutral connection and visual trip flag for quick diagnostics. Designed to fit Eaton CH load centers, this plug-on unit serves as a seamless replacement for the discontinued CHFEP130. It utilizes a 3/4-inch format to save panel space. Rated at 10kAIC, the thermal-magnetic mechanism includes a self-test feature for ongoing reliability.Specifications
| Brand | Eaton / Cutler-Hammer |
|---|---|
| Series | CHFN |
| Amperage | 30A |
| Poles | 1 |
| Mounting Style | Plug-On |
| Voltage | 120/240VAC |
| Phase | 1 |
| AIC Rating | 10kA @ 120/240VAC |
| Frame Type | CH |
|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Box Lugs |
| For Use With | Eaton CH Load Centers |
| Wire Gauge | 14-6 AWG |
| Max Wire | 6 AWG |
| Min Wire | 14 AWG |
| Trip Technology | Thermal Magnetic |
|---|---|
| Trip Function Code | LIG |
| Trip Function | Long-Time, Instantaneous, Ground Fault |
| Trip Adjustability | Fixed |
| Special Classification | GFEP |
|---|---|
| Available Options | Padlock Attachment |
| Accessories | Pigtail Neutral |
| Standards | UL 489, CSA C22.2 No. 5 |
| Approval | UL, CSA |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | HACR Rated, Visual Trip Indicator, Self-Test |
Product FAQs
6 answersWhich load centers accept the CHFN130EP circuit breaker?
This plug-on breaker is designed specifically for Eaton and Cutler-Hammer CH series load centers. It requires a standard 3/4-inch space on the panel bus bar.
What is the ground fault trip threshold for the CHFN130EP?
This is a Ground Fault Equipment Protection (GFEP) breaker with a 30mA trip sensitivity. It is designed to protect equipment like heat trace cables and snow melting systems, rather than providing the 5mA personnel protection found in standard GFCI breakers.
How is the neutral connection established for this GFEP breaker?
This model features a pigtail neutral. The attached white wire must be routed and secured directly to the neutral bus bar in the panel for the ground fault circuitry to operate correctly.
Is the CHFN130EP a direct replacement for older CH equipment protection breakers?
Yes, this breaker serves as the current replacement for the discontinued CHFEP130. It fits the exact same CH load centers and provides the same 30mA equipment protection.
How can I tell if the CHFN130EP has tripped on a fault?
This breaker features a visual trip flag mechanism. When an overload, short circuit, or ground fault occurs, the flag appears to clearly distinguish a tripped state from a breaker that was manually switched off.
How does the thermal-magnetic trip mechanism operate on this model?
It utilizes Long-Time and Instantaneous functions alongside the ground fault circuitry. The thermal element prevents nuisance tripping during mild overloads, while the magnetic element reacts immediately to clear severe short circuits.
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