Eaton BRN260EP Ground Fault Circuit Breaker
- 60A
- 2 Pole
- Plug-On
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Eaton BRN260EP 2 Pole Ground Fault Circuit Breaker
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Eaton BRN260EP 2 Pole Ground Fault Circuit Breaker
The Eaton BRN260EP is a 2 Pole molded case ground fault circuit breaker with a current rating of 60 Amps and a voltage rating of 120/240V. It has an interrupting rating of 10kAIC.
Specifications
| Brand | Eaton |
|---|---|
| Series | BR |
| Amperage | 60A |
| Poles | 2 |
| Mounting Style | Plug-On |
| Voltage | 120/240VAC |
| Phase | 1 |
| AIC Rating | 10kA @ 120/240VAC |
| For Use With | Eaton BR Loadcenters |
|---|---|
| Wire Gauge | 14-4 AWG |
| Max Wire | 4 AWG |
| Min Wire | 14 AWG |
| Trip Technology | Thermal Magnetic |
|---|---|
| Trip Function Code | LI |
| Trip Function | Long-time, Instantaneous |
| Trip Adjustability | Fixed Thermal, Fixed Magnetic |
| Special Classification | GFEP |
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Product FAQs
7 answersWhat panels are compatible with the BRN260EP?
This breaker is designed for installation in Eaton Type BR loadcenters, meter breakers, and spa panels. It is also backward compatible with legacy Cutler-Hammer BR series enclosures.
Is the BRN260EP rated for 5mA personnel protection?
No. The EP designation means this is an Equipment Protection breaker with a 30mA ground fault trip threshold. It is designed to protect dedicated 240V equipment, such as snow melting cables or variable frequency drives, rather than providing Class A personnel protection.
Does this breaker require a plug-on neutral loadcenter?
No. The BRN260EP features a pigtail neutral wire, indicated by the N in the catalog number. The pigtail connects directly to the panel neutral bus, allowing installation in standard non-plug-on neutral enclosures.
How do the diagnostic LEDs on the BRN260EP function?
This microprocessor-based breaker includes LED indicators that display specific blink codes after a trip event. These codes help electricians quickly diagnose issues like overvoltage, grounded neutral faults, or high-level ground faults without extensive manual troubleshooting.
Does the BRN260EP replace older Eaton 60A equipment protection breakers?
Yes, the BRN260EP is the direct, updated replacement for the legacy GFEP260 catalog number. It provides the same 30mA equipment protection but adds modern electronic trip diagnostics.
What wire materials are compatible with the BRN260EP lugs?
The breaker terminals are rated for both copper and aluminum conductors ranging from 14 AWG to 4 AWG. Ensure proper application of oxide inhibitor if using aluminum wiring and torque to the specifications printed on the breaker label.
Can the BRN260EP be used with variable frequency drives?
Yes. The updated microprocessor design in this breaker optimizes response for 240V equipment and variable frequency drives (VFDs). It is engineered to disregard transient conditions that could cause nuisance tripping in older breaker designs.
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