QGA32225 - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

QGA32225 - 225 Amp Circuit Breaker

Upgrade your electrical distribution system with the Schneider Electric PowerPacT Q‑Frame QGA32225 circuit breaker. This industrial-grade 3-pole, 225 amp breaker is built tough for demanding environments—delivering continuous protection and peace of mind for facility managers, contractors, and OEMs. Whether it’s powering heavy machinery, commercial HVAC systems, or critical infrastructure, the QGA32225 ensures reliable performance and safety under pressure.

Key Features and Benefits

• High Interruption Capacity – With a 65 kA interrupting rating at both 240 V AC and 208Y/120 V AC, this breaker handles faults with ease, keeping systems safe and compliant.
• Rugged Durability – Designed for mechanical endurance, it endures 1,000 load cycles and 5,000 no-load cycles—delivering long-term reliability in industrial and commercial settings.
• Thermal-Magnetic Protection – Dual trip mechanism offers precise response: thermal for overload and magnetic for short-circuit conditions; magnetic trip activates at 2,400 A, holding at 1,200 A.

Technical Specifications

• Rated Current: 225 A
• Voltage Rating: 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Interrupt Rating:
  • 65 kA @ 240 V AC
  • 65 kA @ 208Y/120 V AC
• Poles: 3
• Continuous Current Rating: 80%
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.47 inches
  • Width: 4.50 inches
  • Depth: 3.93 inches
• Mounting: I-Line bracket, mechanical lugs (load side)
• Magnetic Trip: 2,400 A
• Magnetic Hold: 1,200 A
• Thermal Trip: Aligned with continuous current rating
• Operating Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C (–104 °F to +158 °F)

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Environmental Compliance: Fully compliant with RoHS & REACh regulations—minimizing environmental impact and promoting safer recycling.
• Certifications: Carries trusted UL, CSA, and NOM certifications—guaranteed to meet stringent safety and performance benchmarks worldwide.
• Green Premium™: Part of the Schneider Electric Green Premium™ line, emphasizing low-CO₂ design, environmental transparency, and responsible end-of-life circularity.

Suitability

• Designed for use in:
  • Industrial facilities, to protect motor lines, conveyor systems, and heavy-duty electrical gear.
  • Commercial buildings, safeguarding central HVAC units, boilers, and main electrical panels.
  • Critical infrastructure, delivering reliable circuit isolation in hospitals, data centers, and emergency response hubs.
  • Quick-install applications, thanks to its I‑Line mounting and mechanical load-side lugs—ideal for contractors who need safe, fast, and secure setups.