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Square D Q1B280 Molded Case Circuit Breaker

  • 80A
  • 2 Pole
  • Bolt-On
Square D Q1B280
Molded Case Circuit Breaker
Brand Square D
SKU Q1B280
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  • 80A
  • 2 Pole
  • Bolt-On

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Square D Q1B280 2 Pole Circuit Breaker

Square D Q1B280 - 80A 2 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker

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Part of Square D's legacy Q1B series, the Q1B280 is a 2-pole, 80A molded case circuit breaker designed for commercial and industrial applications. It utilizes thermal-magnetic trip technology to provide dependable long-time and instantaneous overcurrent protection. This bolt-on breaker installs into older NQOB panelboards. For modern replacements, the QOB280 can be used when paired with the SK5668 mounting kit.

Specifications

Key specifications
Brand Square D
Part Number Q1B280
Series Q1B
Amperage 80A
Poles 2
Mounting Style Bolt-On
Voltage 120/240VAC
Phase 1
AIC Rating 10kA @ 120/240VAC
Fit and installation
Frame Type Q1B
Terminal Type Box Lugs
For Use With Square D NQOB Panelboards
Wire Gauge #4-2/0 AWG
Max Wire 2/0 AWG
Min Wire 4 AWG
Protection and operation
Trip Technology Thermal Magnetic
Trip Function Code LI
Trip Function Long-Time, Instantaneous
Trip Adjustability Fixed Thermal, Fixed Magnetic
Standards and features
Available Options Shunt Trip, Auxiliary Switch
Accessories Load Side Lugs Included
Standards CSA C22.2 No. 5, HACR Rated, UL 489
Approval CSA, UL
Temp Rating 40C
Construction Features HACR Rated, Visual Trip Indicator

Product FAQs

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Which panelboards are compatible with the Square D Q1B280 circuit breaker?

The Q1B280 is a bolt-on circuit breaker designed specifically for installation in legacy Square D NQO and NQOB panelboards.

Is the Square D Q1B series obsolete, and what is the replacement?

Yes, the Q1B series is obsolete and has been replaced by the QOB series. To install a modern QOB circuit breaker in an older NQO or NQOB panelboard, you must use an SK5668 horizontal bus bar mounting assembly.

What wire gauge range is accepted by the terminals on the Q1B280?

The box lugs on this breaker accommodate wire sizes ranging from #4 AWG to 2/0 AWG.

What does the LI trip function code mean on the Q1B280?

The LI designation indicates that the breaker uses a thermal-magnetic trip unit equipped with fixed long-time and instantaneous trip functions to protect against overloads and short circuits.

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