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Residential ProductsTable of ContentsThe Eaton Brand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Residential Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Classified Circuit Breakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Duplex Circuit Breakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Quadplex Circuit Breakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Circuit Breaker Catalog Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Appliance/Circuit Breaker Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13UL Breaker Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14UL Genuine Replacement Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Loadcenters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Standard Loadcenters & Value-Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Type BR Loadcenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Type CH Loadcenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsTable of ContentsRenovation Loadcenters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Renovation Loadcenter Value Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Loadcenter Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Communication Grounding Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Surge Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Air Conditioning Disconnects (ACDs). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Safety Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Spa Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Temporary Power Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Single Receptacle Power Outlet Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Metering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Meter Mobile Home Panels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com3

Residential ProductsThe Eaton BrandToday, the Brand clearly expresses the company’s impact inthe marketplace and positions Eaton as a power managementcompany and global technology leader. “Powering BusinessWorldwide” is a bold, declarative statement that stronglyasserts the role Eaton plays in developing innovativetechnologies that help our customers and businessesmanage power more effectively, efficiently and safely.The Brand Transition:Eaton has the largest installed base of residential circuit breakers, which includes legacy brands such as Westinghouse,Challenger, Bryant, and our current Type CH & Type BR designs.BRDesignates our Type BR lineof 1-inch circuit breakers,loadcenters, and metering.CHDesignates our Type CH lineof 3/4 –inch circuit breakers,loadcenters, and metering.Note: All Eaton products sold in your store are tested and approved byUL . All products shown in this guide may not be available inyour market. Local electric code determines your product mix.4EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsResidential Circuit BreakersThe primary function of acircuit breaker is to protectthe wire from overheating(referred to as an overload)and fault currents (referredto as a short-circuit).Circuit breakers replacedfuses because they can bereset (manual or automatictrip).1,2, & 3 poles; 10-150amps (not all poles are available at all amp ratings).Type CHType BRExclusively forEaton typeCH loadcenters.BR breakers are ULapproved genuinereplacement breakersfor loadcenters made byWestinghouse, Challenger,and Bryant.¾-inch wideTrips to OFF positionSandalwood handleLifetime warranty1-inch wideTrips to CENTER positionBlack handle10 year warrantyNote: Installing a breaker that has not been tested by UL voidsthe product warranty.EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com5

Residential ProductsArc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI)Eaton’s Arc Fault CircuitInterrupter (AFCI) is a circuitbreaker that provides protection from fires caused byarcing faults. Arcing faultscan occur when insulationaround cords, wires, or cablesis damaged or deteriorated.According to the U.S. FireAdministration, an estimated248,000 one & two residentialbuilding fires are reported,causing 2,135 deaths, 8,550injuries, and 5.9 billion inproperty loss. TheCombination Type AFCI(CAFCI) is the latest of ArcFault technology and iscurrently required inthe 2005, 2008 and 2011National Electrical Code. These products offer fireprevention in the installedwiring and also increaseprotection in connected cordsthroughout the home.Type CHType BRTYPECABLESome causes of Arcing Faults6EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsAFCI Features Available LED indicates one of seven trip codes to simplifycircuit diagnostics (Standard for Type CH) Enhanced electronics to reduce unwanted tripping fromnon-compliant devices Trip codes are stored permanently into the breaker’s memory,to help identify “trip” historyAFCI Trip Codes Thermal trip/manualdisconnect - The breakerhas detected an overload,short circuit or wasmanually turned off Low current - A lowcurrent arc has beendetected within one ofthe current pathways High current - A high current arc has been detectedbetween two conductors Short delay - Anelectronic backup to theshort-circuit mechanism Overvoltage - Voltage of160V rms or greater Ground fault* - Currenthas found an alternate pathto ground Self test failure - Thebreaker continually teststhe internal electronics andsoftware to ensure that thearc fault detectiontechnology is workingproperly* Not available for Type BREATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com7

Residential ProductsGround Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI)GFCI breakers provide protection for people from thehazards of electrical shock inareas where the electricitymay come into contact withwater. GFCIs are required inany application near water,such as kitchen countertops,bathrooms, swimming pools,hot tubs, outdoor receptacles,etc. (crawl paces and garagesare also included).Type CHType BRClassified Circuit BreakersAre produced by onemanufacturer for use in placeof the breakers specified onthe loadcenter. Eaton hastested Classified breakers innumerous GE , Square D ,Siemens , Murray , Thomasand Betts , and CrouseHinds panels.8 Available in both 1-inch TypeCL and 3/4-inch Type CHQ. 1 & 2 Pole configurations Classified as direct replacements by UnderwritersLaboratories. Classified Arc & GroundFault breakers available.EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsDuplex Circuit BreakerTandem/duplex breakers are convenient for adding circuits to afull loadcenter and are sometimes used to reduce the physicalsize of the loadcenter.BD BreakerClass CTL (Circuit Limiting).They will only fit onto loadcenter bus stabs that are notchedto accommodate the rejectionclip built into the bus barcontact on the breaker. Thisis a code requirement thatlimits the number of breakersthat can be installed into aloadcenter.BR TandemIdentical to BD tandem breakers, except they do not havea rejection clip on the bus barcontact. Not Class CTL andare intended for replacementpurposes on loadcentersmade prior to 1968.Circuit Limiting:Notched Bus Stab(BD Only)EATON CORPORATION Residential Product GuideNon- Circuit Limiting:Unnotched Bus Stab(BR Only)www.eaton.com9

Residential ProductsQuadplex Circuit BreakersQuadplex breakers are used insimilar applications to theDuplex breakers. TheQuadplex breakers create (4)circuits in (2) spaces, which allows for 240 Volts circuits, unlike the Duplex breaker whichcan only provide 120 Volts.Quadplex breakers are available in many configurations:BQ BreakerBQC BreakerAllows for Independent Trip ofeach circuit.10 (1 & 2) 240V circuits(15A-50A). (2) 120V circuits(15A-20A).Common Trip element internalto breaker trips all circuitssupplied by the breakerwhen any circuit experiencesoverload or short circuit.EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsType BR Circuit Breaker Catalog ChartTable 1-1. Standard & Arc FaultBR CAF 1 15AmperesLoadcenter Type15 ampsFor use in Type BR LoadcenterPolesProtection1 Number of polesCAF Combination Arc FaultTable 1-2. Ground FaultGFCB1 15AmperesLoadcenter Type15 ampsFor use in Type BR LoadcenterGF Ground FaultPoles1 Number of polesNote: Breaker catalog codes ending in CS signify clamshell packaging.EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com11

Residential ProductsType CH Circuit Breaker Catalog ChartTable 1-3. Standard, Arc Fault, Ground FaultCH 1 15 AFProtectionLoadcenter TypeGF Ground FaultFor use in Type CH LoadcenterAF Branch Arc FaultPolesAmperes1 Number of poles15 ampsTable 1-4. Next Generation Arc FaultCH CAF 1 15AmperesLoadcenter Type15 ampsFor use in Type CH LoadcenterProtectionGF Ground FaultPoles1 Number of polesCAF Combination Arc FaultNote: Breaker catalog codes ending in CS signify clamshell packaging.12EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsAppliance/Circuit Breaker Reference ChartTable 1-5. Single Pole ApplicationsAmpsGauge Fixture12001201514/2BR115CH115Window 0120WasteDisposal300Refrigerator/FreezerTwo Pole ApplicationsCentral Air/Heat Pump6000EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com13

Residential ProductsRange12000120/240506/3BR250CH250Built-in Oven4500120/2403010/3BR230CH230Range Clothes Dryer5000120/2403010/3BR230CH230Water Heater4000120/2403010/3BR230CH230Ground Fault doorReceptacles19001202012/2GFCB120CH120GFSpas & 50GFCH260GFUL Breaker DefinitionsSpecified Circuit BreakerEach manufacturer lists thebrands of circuit breakers thatcan be used in their loadcenters. Often, manufacturerswill not list competitors asspecified, even though theyare suitable replacements.UL ClassifiedCircuit Breakerfor use in place of thespecified circuit breaker.Listed Circuit BreakerAccording to the NEC , thelisting of a product is by anindependent third party.Eaton Classified Breakersare listed by UL.A circuit breakers that isconsidered suitable, by UL,14EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsEaton’s Type BR Circuit Breakers (1“) areUL Approved, Genuine Replacement Breakersfor Type BR Loadcenters Made By:EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com15

Residential ProductsLoadcentersA loadcenter is commonlyreferred to as a breaker box,electrical box, or even fusebox. It’s primary function is totake electricity supplied by theutility and safely distribute itthroughout the home to feedlights and receptacles. Notonly does the loadcenterdistribute power, it alsoprovides protection.Main Breaker PanelMain Lug Panel Main panel in your home Typically located at the pointof service entrance into thehome Can feed various mainlug panels Sub panel Garage Home addition Barn or permanentstorage shed Workshop Fed from the mainbreaker panel16EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com

Residential ProductsStandard Loadcenter & Value-PacksStandard LoadcenterIncludesValue-Pack Includes(deadfront) NO BRANCH CIRCUITBREAKERS SPECIFIED BRANCH Loadcenter enclosure Trim and Inner CoverStandard Loadcenter Loadcenter enclosure Trim and Inner Cover(deadfront)CIRCUIT BREAKERSValue Pack LoadcenterNote: Value-Packs save time by including the most common circuitbreakers in one box and provide extra savings when purchasing.EATON CORPORATION Residential Product Guidewww.eaton.com17