Built to support heavy-draw appliances like electric ovens or subpanels, this 50A miniature circuit breaker keeps residential systems operating safely. It serves as a seamless drop-in solution for existing electrical setups. The unit is fully compatible with classic Square D and Cutler-Hammer XO load centers, utilizing a simple plug-on mounting style. Equipped with a fixed thermal-magnetic trip mechanism, it provides standard 10 kAIC short-circuit protection for common 120/240V applications.
Square D XO Load Centers, Cutler-Hammer XO Load Centers
Wire Gauge
8-4 AWG
Max Wire
4 AWG
Min Wire
8 AWG
Protection and operation
Trip Technology
Thermal Magnetic
Trip Function Code
LI
Trip Function
Long-Time, Instantaneous
Trip Adjustability
Fixed
Standards and features
Standards
UL 489
Approval
UL
Temp Rating
40°C
Construction Features
Common Trip
Product FAQs
7 answers
What load centers accept the XO250 circuit breaker?
The XO250 is designed specifically for legacy Square D XO and Cutler-Hammer XO load centers. It features a unique physical footprint and will not fit into modern Square D QO, Homeline, or standard Cutler-Hammer BR panels.
Are Square D and Cutler-Hammer XO breakers interchangeable?
Yes. Both Square D and Cutler-Hammer manufactured the XO series to identical physical and electrical specifications. A Cutler-Hammer XO250 can be used as a direct drop-in replacement for a Square D XO250.
Is the XO series still in active production?
No, the XO frame is a legacy product line that has been obsolete for decades. Maintaining an existing XO panel requires sourcing original Square D or Cutler-Hammer XO breakers, as no modern equivalents share this specific plug-on footprint.
What wire gauge is required for the XO250 box lugs?
The terminal lugs accept wire sizes from 8 AWG to 4 AWG. Ensure your conductors are properly sized for a 50-amp load and torqued to the manufacturer specifications during installation.
What does the LI trip function on the XO250 indicate?
The LI designation means the breaker uses a thermal-magnetic trip unit providing Long-Time (L) overload protection and Instantaneous (I) short-circuit protection. The trip settings are fixed and cannot be adjusted in the field.
What is the maximum short-circuit interrupting capacity of the XO250?
The XO250 has a maximum interrupting rating of 10,000 Amps (10kAIC) at 240VAC. It is not suitable for systems with higher available fault currents.
Can I use the XO250 in a 120V single-pole application?
No. The XO250 is a 2-pole breaker designed for 240VAC circuits, such as electric ovens or subpanels. It requires two spaces on the bus bar and must be used for 240V or 120/240V applications.
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Reviews
Review summary
Customers rate this product 5.0 out of 5 based on 5 reviews.
Square D XO120 - 20A 1 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5/26/21
Square D X0120
Great customer service, this breaker arrived the very next day and was exactly what I ordered!
JS
Joseph S.
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Square D XO115 - 15A 1 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
7/24/20
Refurbished Circuit Breaker works great!
They had it here fast, exactly as described and worked!
C
Christopher
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Square D XO220 - 20A 2 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6/17/20
Great!!
Product was as described and packed very well.
C
Christopher
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Square D XO115 - 15A 1 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
8/23/19
Square D xo15
I ordered 3 xo15 breakers from another company that advertised them as new and since they're obsolete breakers they were quit expensive however when i received them only one was new the other two were obviously used, corroded and missing the wire screw. SuperBreakers sent me New Breakers at a much better price. Happy customer
TB
Terry B.
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Square D XO115 - 15A 1 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
11/11/18
Online purchase
Everything went great from beginning to end. Breaker came next day and I had electricity again! Not to mention my breaker was an old obsolete model. They had it in stock. Saved me from replacing while breaker box.