Part of the BQH series, this 45-amp molded case circuit breaker offers upgraded fault protection for commercial facilities. It features a high interrupting capacity of 22kA at 120/240VAC, providing an extra margin of safety for systems with higher available fault currents. The bolt-on configuration ensures a secure connection within Siemens P1, P2, P3, P4, and P5 panelboards.
HACR Rated, Common Trip, Non-Interchangeable Trip, High Interrupting Capacity
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Which panelboards are compatible with the BQ2B045H?
This breaker is designed for Siemens P1, P2, P3, P4, and P5 commercial panelboards. It mounts directly to the panel busbar using a bolt-on connection, making it suitable for lighting and distribution applications.
What is the difference between the BQ2B045 and the BQ2B045H?
The H suffix indicates a higher interrupting capacity. The BQ2B045H provides a 22kAIC rating at 240VAC, while the standard BQ2B045 offers a 10kAIC rating. Both share the same physical dimensions and bolt-on mounting.
Can I use aluminum wire with the BQ2B045H?
Yes, the terminal lugs are rated for both copper and aluminum conductors. They accept 8 to 1 AWG copper wire or 6 to 1/0 AWG aluminum wire.
Does the BQ2B045H fit in standard residential load centers?
No. This is a bolt-on breaker designed specifically for Siemens commercial panelboards. Standard residential load centers typically require plug-on breakers rather than bolt-on models.
What does the LI trip function on this breaker mean?
LI stands for Long-Time and Instantaneous trip functions. The Long-Time function provides delayed overload protection when the current exceeds the breaker rating, while the Instantaneous function trips immediately to protect against short circuits.
Can this breaker be used on a 120V circuit?
Yes. While it has a maximum voltage rating of 240VAC, it is fully compatible with 120VAC systems. It maintains its 22kAIC interrupting rating at both voltages.
Can I adjust the trip settings on the BQ2B045H?
No, this thermal magnetic breaker features fixed trip settings for both the Long-Time and Instantaneous functions. It cannot be field-adjusted.
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