QOU160 - 60A Circuit Breaker
- 60 Amp
- 10k @ 120VAC
- 1 Pole
Purchase Options: New In Box
QOU160 - 60A Circuit Breaker Description
QOU160 - 60Amp Circuit Breaker
Experience dependable overcurrent protection and manual circuit control with Schneider Electric’s QOU160, a 60 amp 1‑pole breaker designed for both AC and DC systems. It supports 120/240 VAC service and delivers a 10 kA interrupting capacity—shielding your systems from dangerous fault conditions. Compact yet powerful, the QOU160 fits easily into tight panel spaces, making it a reliable choice across residential, commercial, and OEM installations.
Key Features and Benefits
- Reliable Overcurrent Protection: Protect your circuits by preventing short‑circuits and overloads with dependable safeguards.
- Instantaneous + Time‑Delayed Response: Offers quick magnetic trip protection plus delayed thermal protection for full-range safety.
- Flexible Mounting: Unit mount design adapts well to OEM panels, control panels, and retrofit situations.
- Manual Circuit Control: Internal magnetic strips allow safe, intentional circuit interruptions when needed.
- Efficient Space Use: Slimline dimensions enable installation in compact panels without crowding adjacent breakers.
- High Fault Interrupting Capability: Handles up to 10 kA at 120/240 VAC—suitable for demanding electrical environments.
Technical Specifications
- Current Rating: 60 A
- Voltage Rating: 120/240 V AC, 120 V AC, 48 V DC
- Interrupt Rating: 10 kA at 120/240 V AC
- Mounting: Unit mount
- Poles: 1‑pole breaker
- Connections: Slotted box lugs for line and load sides
- Compatible Wire Size: AWG 14 to AWG 2, copper or aluminum
- Tightening Torque: 45 lbf·in (5.08 N·m)
- Dimensions (H×W×D): 4.05″ × 0.75″ × 2.95″ (102.9 × 19.1 × 74.9 mm)
- Net Weight: 5.92 oz (167.8 g)
Material Compliance and Certifications
- Certifications: This breaker comes UL Listed and CSA-approved, and meets IEC standards.
- Environmental Compliance: It’s also RoHS and REACh compliant—ensuring it’s free of harmful substances.
- Green Premium: Meeting Schneider Electric’s Green Premium program, the QOU160 is mercury‑free, heavy metal–free, and halogen‑free, reflecting a commitment to environmental safety and sustainable design.
Suitability
- Whether you’re upgrading a home electrical panel, installing breakers in a commercial building, or designing OEM control systems, the QOU160 is built to serve. It works smoothly in residential upgrades, light industrial setups, and commercial installations that demand reliable, easy‑to‑install safety components. Wherever safe, consistent performance matters, the QOU160 delivers.
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Specifications
- Width:0.75
- Height:4.0
- Depth:2.38
- Poles:1
- Amperes:60
- A.I.C. Rating & Volts:10k @ 120VAC
- Type:QOU
- Approx Dimensions:0.75"W x 4.00"L x 2.38"D
- Additional Notes:Cable-In/Cable-Out, Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker
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