{"product_id":"eaton-br240-type-br-two-pole-circuit-breaker-40a-120-240-vac-thermal-magnetic-trip","title":"Eaton BR240 Type BR Two-Pole Circuit Breaker — 40A, 120\/240 VAC, Thermal Magnetic Trip","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eaton BR240 is a two-pole circuit breaker designed for the BR family of panels. It protects 120\/240 VAC circuits with a 40 A rating and a robust 10 kA interrupting capacity, delivering fast fault interruption when needed. Built for reliable operation, it supports coordinated protection across connected loads and helps simplify panel maintenance by using a standard BR form factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey specifications at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: BR (Type BR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePoles: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCurrent rating: 40 A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVoltage: 120\/240 VAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterrupting rating: 10 kA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrip mechanism: Common\/thermal magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this means in real-world use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn residential and light commercial panels, the BR240 offers dependable protection for multi-wire circuits and shared loads. The common-trip design ensures both poles disengage together, which contributes to safer shutdowns during faults and coordinated protection for paired circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRapid interruption helps limit damage from short circuits or overloads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy replacement within BR-series panels minimizes downtime during panel servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe thermal magnetic trip responds to both sustained overloads and instantaneous faults for balanced protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended uses and practical considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the BR240 to safeguard lighting, outlets, and appliance circuits in homes or small offices that rely on BR-panel configurations. Pairing this breaker with compatible Eaton components can streamline panel organization and fault response. Always verify compatibility with local electrical codes and consult a licensed electrician for installation and inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes on installation and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow standard safety practices: disconnect power before servicing, label circuits clearly, and replace only with the same type and rating. This information reflects typical product capabilities and should be used as a reference alongside official Eaton documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What panel types is the Eaton BR240 compatible with?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for BR-series panels, the BR240 provides reliable two-pole protection for 120\/240 VAC circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What safety features does the BR240 offer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It uses a common\/thermal magnetic mechanism to interrupt fault current on both poles when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Eaton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47463148683438,"sku":"B07VMTQNQD","price":57.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6012\/9710\/files\/eaton-br240-type-br-circuit-breaker-2-poles-40a-120-240vac.jpg?v=1770274937","url":"https:\/\/handyskook.ca\/products\/eaton-br240-type-br-two-pole-circuit-breaker-40a-120-240-vac-thermal-magnetic-trip","provider":"HandySkook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}