Designed for heavy-duty industrial applications, the QGA32100 is a 100A, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker from the PowerPacT Q-Frame series. It mounts into Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards, and acts as an exact substitute for older Q23100 models. The breaker delivers fixed thermal-magnetic (LI) protection with a robust 65kAIC interrupting capacity at 240VAC. It also includes load side lugs and a Visi-Trip indicator for fast troubleshooting.
What panelboards are compatible with the QGA32100 circuit breaker?
This breaker is designed for use in Square D I-Line panelboards and switchboards. It features an I-Line plug-on connection on the line side and mechanical lugs on the load side.
How does the QGA32100 mount into the panel?
It utilizes the Square D I-Line mounting system. The line side plugs directly onto the panelboard busbars, while the load side uses mechanical lugs for wire termination.
Can the QGA32100 replace older Square D circuit breakers?
Yes, the QGA32100 serves as a direct replacement for older Q23100 model circuit breakers in I-Line panelboards.
What wire sizes do the load lugs on the QGA32100 accept?
The factory-installed mechanical lugs accept wire gauges from 4 AWG to 300 kcmil.
What does the G in the QGA32100 catalog number signify?
In the Square D PowerPacT Q-Frame series, the G designates the interrupting rating. The QGA32100 has a 65kA interrupting capacity at 240V AC.
Are the trip settings on the QGA32100 adjustable?
No, this breaker features a fixed thermal and fixed magnetic (LI) trip unit. The trip settings cannot be adjusted in the field.
Does the QGA32100 feature a push-to-trip button?
Yes, this PowerPacT Q-Frame breaker includes an integral push-to-trip button on the cover, allowing you to manually trip the breaker to verify the mechanism is working correctly.
How can I identify if the QGA32100 has tripped?
The breaker features a Visi-Trip indicator. When the breaker trips, the handle moves to a center position and a highly visible red indicator appears, allowing for fast troubleshooting in the panel.
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