Q2430-70 - 70 Amp Circuit Breaker

Q2430-70 - 70 Amp Circuit Breaker

The Q2430‑70 is a straightforward 70 amp, 3‑pole circuit breaker designed to serve as a reliable form‑fit functional replacement in compatible electrical panels. Built to meet rated specifications, this breaker is suitable for residential and light commercial electrical systems where a 70 amp, 240 VAC protection device is required. Its plug‑on design makes installation into a Q24 frame panel simple and clean, saving you unnecessary effort during maintenance or system updates. Whether you’re servicing a garage panel or maintaining existing circuits, this breaker helps keep your electrical setup operating within its intended parameters.

Key Features and Benefits

• Circuit Protection You Can Trust: Designed to interrupt fault currents up to 10 kA at 240 VAC, helping maintain safe electrical conditions by addressing overloads and short circuits within its rated capacity.
• Straightforward Installation: The plug‑on style fits directly into the Q24 frame, allowing electricians and DIYers to replace or install without extra adapters.
• Space‑Conscious Design: With a compact footprint and standard dimensions, this breaker fits cleanly in appropriate panels without crowding adjacent components.
• Clear Electrical Ratings: Rated exactly for its intended use without overselling, so you know what to expect for form, fit, and function in compatible systems.

Technical Specifications

• Poles: 3
  
• Current Rating: 70 Amps
  
• Interrupting Rating (AIC): 10 kA @ 240 VAC
  
• Frame Compatibility: Q24
  
• Dimensions:
  • Width: 2.25 inches
  • Length: 4.81 inches
  • Depth: 2.50 inches
• Weight: 3 lbs
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Meets applicable industry‑recognized safety standards for circuit breakers of this class and rating.
• Tested for interrupting capability at 10 kA and 240 VAC under standard certification criteria to ensure it performs within its rated specifications.

Where It Works Best

• Residential & Light Commercial: Ideal for use in homes, workshops, offices, and other environments using Q24 panel systems that require a 70 amp, 240 VAC breaker.
• Maintenance and Parts Replacement: A sensible choice when replacing a like‑for‑like breaker during scheduled electrical service or updates, with no need to alter the existing panel layout.
• Functional Compatibility: Fits where a Q24‑frame breaker of this amperage and interrupting rating is specified, offering the necessary form, fit, and electrical rating for legacy panels.