Engineered for commercial applications, the Square D QJL22250 is a 2-pole molded case circuit breaker from the PowerPact Q-Frame family. It provides reliable overcurrent protection for 240V AC systems. This unit-mount breaker installs into compatible Square D enclosures and panelboards. It serves as a modern replacement for legacy Q2 Series devices, utilizing box-type lugs for copper conductors. Rated for 100 kAIC at 240V, this 250A breaker features fixed thermal-magnetic trip technology.
This unit-mount PowerPacT Q-Frame breaker is designed for compatible Square D individual enclosures, switchboards, and panelboards, such as the NQ series, that are configured to accept Q-Frame devices.
Can the QJL22250 replace older Square D circuit breakers?
Yes, it serves as a modern replacement for legacy Q2 and Q2L series 250A breakers, such as the Q22250 and Q2L2250, in existing 240V systems.
Are the lugs included with this unit-mount breaker?
Yes, it comes with factory-installed box-type lugs on both the line and load sides. These lugs accept 4 AWG to 300 kcmil copper conductors.
Can I replace the lugs or add internal accessories to this Q-Frame breaker?
No. According to the manufacturer, replacement lugs and internal electrical accessories are not available for PowerPacT Q-Frame circuit breakers.
What does the 100kAIC rating signify for this device?
The 100kAIC rating means the breaker can safely interrupt up to 100,000 amps of short-circuit fault current at 240V AC. This high interrupting capacity makes it suitable for commercial and industrial systems with high available fault currents.
Will this Q-Frame breaker fit in a standard QO or Homeline load center?
No. PowerPacT Q-Frame breakers are physically larger and use a completely different mounting system. They are not interchangeable with QO, QOB, or Homeline residential breakers.
How does a unit-mount breaker like the QJL22250 connect to the system?
As a unit-mount breaker, it is secured to the enclosure or backpan with mounting hardware and uses lug connections for both the incoming line and outgoing load wiring, rather than plugging onto a panel bus.
Can I use aluminum wire with this 250A breaker?
No. While some lower-amperage Q-Frame breakers accept aluminum, the 250A models are rated for copper conductors only.
Does this breaker have adjustable trip settings?
No, the QJL22250 features a fixed thermal-magnetic trip unit. It provides fixed long-time and instantaneous protection and cannot be adjusted in the field.
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