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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer QBHW2045 Miniature Circuit Breaker

  • 45A
  • 2 Pole
  • Bolt-On
Eaton / Cutler-Hammer QBHW2045
Miniature Circuit Breaker
Brand Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
SKU QBHW2045
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  • 45A
  • 2 Pole
  • Bolt-On

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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer QBHW2045 - 45A 2 Pole Miniature Circuit Breaker

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Description

Part of the Quicklag family, the Eaton QBHW2045 is a 45A, 2-pole miniature circuit breaker providing reliable thermal-magnetic protection for commercial systems. This breaker installs into Eaton Pow-R-Line panelboards via a secure bolt-on connection. It serves as a direct replacement for the legacy QBH2045, offering a seamless upgrade. Featuring a 22 kAIC rating at 120/240VAC, this unit is HACR rated for HVAC applications. It includes load side lugs and accepts 14-4 AWG wire.

Specifications

Key specifications
Brand Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
Series QBHW
Amperage 45A
Poles 2
Mounting Style Bolt-On
Voltage 120/240VAC
Phase 1
AIC Rating 22kA @ 120/240VAC
Fit and installation
Frame Type BAB
Terminal Type Box Lugs
For Use With Eaton Pow-R-Line Panelboards
Wire Gauge 14-4 AWG
Max Wire 4 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 Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch, Alarm Switch, Padlock Attachment
Accessories Load Side Lugs Included
Standards CSA C22.2 No. 5, UL 489
Approval CSA, UL
Temp Rating 40C
Construction Features HACR Rated, Non-Interchangeable Trip

Product FAQs

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Which panelboards are compatible with the QBHW2045?

The QBHW2045 is a bolt-on miniature circuit breaker designed specifically for installation in Eaton Pow-R-Line 1a and 2a panelboards.

What is the difference between the BAB2045 and the QBHW2045?

Both are 45A, 2-pole bolt-on breakers that fit the same Eaton Pow-R-Line panelboards, but they feature different interrupting ratings. The BAB2045 is rated at 10kAIC, while the QBHW2045 provides a higher interrupting capacity of 22kAIC.

Is the Eaton QBHW2045 HACR rated?

Yes, this Quicklag circuit breaker is HACR rated, meaning it is approved for use with heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment branch circuits.

What type of wire is compatible with the QBHW2045 box lugs?

The load side box lugs on this breaker accept either copper or aluminum conductors ranging from 14 AWG to 4 AWG.

Does the QBHW2045 feature an adjustable trip setting?

No, this breaker utilizes a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit with non-interchangeable long-time and instantaneous trip functions.

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