Built for commercial and industrial applications, the Square D QOB230EPD delivers reliable 30mA equipment ground-fault protection. This two-pole, 30-amp breaker is rated for 10kAIC at 120/240VAC and provides essential defense against low-level ground faults that could damage sensitive machinery. Designed for secure bolt-on installation, it mounts into Square D NQ and NQOD panelboards. The unit accommodates 14-8 AWG wire via pressure plate terminals and includes the Visi-Trip indicator.
What panelboards are compatible with the QOB230EPD circuit breaker?
This bolt-on circuit breaker is designed exclusively for Square D NQ and NQOD series panelboards. It will not fit in standard QO load centers, which require plug-on QO breakers.
What does the EPD suffix indicate on the QOB230EPD?
The EPD suffix designates this as an Equipment Protection Device. It provides a 30mA ground fault trip threshold (Class B) to protect equipment such as heat trace cables or pumps, differing from the 5mA Class A threshold used for personal protection.
How many panel spaces does the QOB230EPD occupy?
This 2-pole breaker requires two standard 0.75-inch spaces in an NQ or NQOD panelboard. The total width of the breaker is 1.5 inches.
Is the QOB230EPD interchangeable with a QO230EPD?
No. Although they share the same electrical specifications, the QOB230EPD features a bolt-on mounting clip for NQ and NQOD panelboards. The QO230EPD is a plug-on variant for standard QO residential load centers.
How is the pigtail neutral connected on this breaker?
The included white pigtail wire must be terminated directly on the panel neutral bus bar. This connection is required to power the internal ground fault detection circuitry.
Does this breaker provide standard thermal-magnetic protection?
Yes. In addition to the 30mA ground fault equipment protection, the QOB230EPD includes standard thermal-magnetic mechanisms for long-time overload and instantaneous short-circuit protection.
Can the QOB230EPD be applied on a 208Y/120VAC system?
Yes. While marked for 120/240VAC, Square D QOB miniature circuit breakers are fully rated and commonly installed in 208Y/120VAC three-phase, four-wire systems.
Can the QOB230EPD be used to meet NEC requirements for personnel GFCI protection?
No. Because this breaker has a 30mA trip threshold for equipment protection, it does not meet the 5mA Class A requirement for personnel protection in wet or damp locations. For personnel protection, a breaker with a GFI suffix is required.
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Customers rate this product 4.9 out of 5 based on 206 reviews.
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Last updated 3/11/26
Customers say these electrical breakers arrive exactly as ordered and work perfectly for their intended applications. They consistently praise the competitive pricing, which many report is significantly lower than local suppliers. Fast shipping and prompt delivery are frequently highlighted, with many receiving orders within days or even next-day delivery for urgent needs. The breakers arrive well-packaged and in excellent condition. Many reviews emphasize the company's extensive inventory availability, particularly for hard-to-find breakers. One customer experienced difficulty with order cancellation and was charged a restocking fee, which caused dissatisfaction.
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As always, our order arrived timely, and accurate. You can’t beat their prices that’s why we have used this company for years.