Designed for advanced control setups, the Square D QOU2601021 combines overcurrent safety with remote operation. This 60-amp breaker is utilized in commercial automation panels. The device mounts onto DIN rails or standard panel backplates. It accepts 14-2 AWG wire through secure box lugs, making it compatible with various OEM enclosures. A factory-installed 120/240V shunt trip sets this model apart, enabling automated disconnection.
DIN Rail Systems, OEM Panels, Enclosures, Control Panels
Wire Gauge
14-2 AWG
Max Wire
2 AWG
Min Wire
14 AWG
Protection and operation
Trip Technology
Thermal Magnetic
Trip Function Code
LI
Trip Function
Long-Time, Instantaneous
Trip Adjustability
Fixed
Standards and features
Available Options
Mounting Feet, Padlock Attachment
Accessories
Shunt Trip (Factory Installed)
Standards
CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, UL 489, HACR Rated
Approval
CSA, HACR, IEC, UL
Temp Rating
40C
Construction Features
HACR Rated, Visual Trip Indicator, Common Trip
Product FAQs
8 answers
What does the 1021 suffix mean on the QOU2601021 circuit breaker?
The 1021 suffix indicates that the breaker comes with a factory-installed 120/240VAC shunt trip mechanism for remote tripping applications.
Can I field-install a shunt trip on a standard QOU 2-pole breaker instead of buying the QOU2601021?
No. Schneider Electric requires shunt trips for QOU series breakers to be factory-installed. You cannot add a shunt trip in the field if the breaker was ordered without the 1021 or 1042 suffix.
How much mounting space does the QOU2601021 require?
Although it is a 2-pole breaker, the factory-installed shunt trip requires an additional pole space. The complete unit takes up three standard 0.75-inch spaces, for a total width of 2.25 inches.
How is the QOU2601021 mounted in a control panel?
This is a unit-mount breaker that can be surface mounted, flush mounted, or snapped onto a standard 35mm DIN rail. It is commonly used in OEM panels and enclosures rather than standard load centers.
Can the QOU2601021 be used in DC circuits?
Yes. While primarily rated for 120/240VAC at 10kAIC, this breaker is also rated for 48VDC applications with a 5kAIC interrupting capacity.
What wire material and gauge can be used with the QOU2601021 terminals?
The slotted box lugs on both the line and load sides accept 14 AWG to 2 AWG copper or aluminum conductors.
How does the QOU2601021 indicate a tripped condition?
It features the Square D Visi-Trip indicator, which provides a highly visible red flag in the indicator window when the breaker trips due to an overcurrent or short-circuit event.
What type of trip mechanism does the QOU2601021 use?
It uses a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit, providing long-time protection against overloads and instantaneous protection against short circuits.
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