QOB270 - 70A Circuit Breaker

QOB270 70A Circuit Breaker

Enhance the safety and reliability of your electrical systems with the Schneider Electric QOB270 Miniature Circuit Breaker. This robust circuit breaker, part of the esteemed QO series, provides exceptional overcurrent protection and efficient switching for both AC and DC systems. Rated at 70A, this 2-pole breaker offers a significant interrupting capacity of 10kA at 120/240VAC, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The QOB270 ensures secure installation with its bolt-on mounting design and features advanced trip indication for improved safety and performance.

Key Features and Benefits:

• High Interrupting Capacity: The QOB270 offers a breaking capacity of 10kA at 120/240VAC, providing reliable protection against high fault currents and enhancing the safety of your electrical systems.
• Thermal Magnetic Trip Unit: Equipped with a thermal magnetic trip unit, this circuit breaker ensures precise protection against overloads and short circuits, safeguarding your electrical infrastructure.
• Quick Make, Quick Break Mechanism: The over-center, trip-free toggle mechanism with quick make, quick break action ensures rapid response to electrical faults, improving system performance and safety.
• VisiTrip Indication: Featuring VisiTrip technology, the QOB270 provides a clear visual indication when the circuit has tripped, allowing for quick and easy identification of interruptions.

Technical Specifications:

• Product Range: QO
• Current Rating: 70A
• Voltage Rating: 120/240V AC
• Mounting Type: Bolt-on
• Number of Poles: 2
• Interrupt Rating: 10kA at 120/240V AC
• Electrical Connection: Box lugs
• Wire Size: AWG 8 to AWG 2 (copper or aluminum)
• Tightening Torque: 44.3 lbf.in (5 N.m)
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.1 x 1.5 x 2.9 inches
• Net Weight: 0.611 lb

Material Compliance and Certifications:

• Compliance: The Schneider Electric QOB270 Circuit Breaker complies with UL and CSA standards, ensuring it meets high safety and performance criteria. Certified under Green Premium™ by Schneider Electric, this product reflects the company's commitment to delivering environmentally sustainable solutions. The QOB270 is RoHS and REACh compliant, mercury-free, and halogen-free, adhering to global eco-label standards to ensure minimal environmental impact.

Suitability:

• The QOB270 Circuit Breaker is ideal for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical distribution applications, providing secure and efficient protection for a variety of systems. Its advanced features and high interrupting capacity make it suitable for new installations and upgrades in existing electrical infrastructures. Whether you are an electrical engineer, contractor, or facility manager, the QOB270 offers a dependable and efficient solution for maintaining the safety and performance of your electrical systems.