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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer GFEP215 GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
- 15A
- 2 Pole
- Plug-On
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
GFEP215
GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
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GFEP215
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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer GFEP215 - 15A GFEP Miniature Circuit Breaker
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Description
Engineered for heat tracing and snow melting applications, this 15-amp breaker provides a 30mA ground fault trip threshold to safeguard machinery. It mounts into standard Eaton Type BR load centers and requires a pigtail neutral connection. While this specific model has been replaced by the BRN215EP, it remains an exact fit for existing installations requiring dedicated equipment-level fault monitoring without nuisance tripping.Specifications
| Brand | Eaton / Cutler-Hammer |
|---|---|
| Part Number | GFEP215 |
| Series | GFEP |
| Amperage | 15A |
| Poles | 2 |
| Mounting Style | Plug-On |
| Voltage | 120/240VAC |
| Phase | 1 |
| AIC Rating | 10kA @ 120/240VAC |
| Frame Type | BR |
|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Box Lugs |
| For Use With | Type BR Load Centers |
| Wire Gauge | 14-4 AWG |
| Max Wire | 4 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 | CSA C22.2 No. 5, Federal Specification W-C375, UL 489 |
| Approval | CSA, UL |
| Temp Rating | 40C |
| Construction Features | Common Trip |
Product FAQs
5 answersWhat is the difference between this GFEP breaker and a standard GFCI breaker?
The Eaton GFEP215 provides Ground Fault Equipment Protection (GFEP) with a 30mA trip threshold, designed to protect equipment from damaging line-to-ground faults. Standard GFCI breakers have a highly sensitive 5mA trip threshold intended for personnel protection.
What applications typically require a 30mA GFEP circuit breaker?
GFEP breakers like the GFEP215 are commonly used for outdoor heat trace cables, snow melting equipment, and well pumps. The 30mA threshold prevents nuisance tripping from normal operational leakage while still protecting the equipment from ground faults.
Can I install the GFEP215 in an Eaton Type CH load center?
No. The GFEP215 is a 1-inch per pole Type BR breaker and is only compatible with Eaton or Cutler-Hammer Type BR load centers. Type CH panels require 3/4-inch breakers.
How do I wire the pigtail neutral on the GFEP215?
The white pigtail wire must be connected directly to the panel's neutral bus bar. This connection is required to supply 120V power to the breaker's internal ground fault sensing circuitry, ensuring it operates correctly.
Is the Eaton GFEP215 the same as the Cutler-Hammer GFEP215?
Yes. Eaton acquired Cutler-Hammer and continues to manufacture these breakers under the Eaton brand. The GFEP215 catalog number remains the exact same for both brands, and they are fully interchangeable in Type BR panels.
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