{"product_id":"siemens-q240-40-amp-double-pole-qp-circuit-breaker-240v","title":"Siemens Q240 40-Amp Double Pole QP Circuit Breaker – 240V","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSiemens Q240 40-Amp Double Pole QP Circuit Breaker protects a home’s electrical system from common fault conditions. Rated for 240V, this thermal-magnetic breaker responds to surges and overloads with a quick interruption, helping to guard wiring and devices. The plug-in design integrates smoothly with compatible Siemens panels, making upgrades and maintenance straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e40-amp double-pole protection for 240V circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10,000 AIC interrupting rating for solid fault containment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy plug-in connections with the insta-wire feature for faster installs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility with Siemens PL and ES load centers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for overload and short-circuit protection of wiring and devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for use in Siemens EQ, Ultimate, ITE, and Gould panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese plug-in breakers are intended for Siemens EQ, Ultimate, ITE, and Gould load centers or meter combinations. To preserve the warranty, use Siemens breakers in a Siemens panel. Siemens does not authorize or sell used breakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTech specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: QP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-pole, 40 A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVoltage rating: 240V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAIC interrupting rating: 10,000 A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug-in connection for Siemens enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-world use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a typical home panel, this breaker can protect circuits serving lighting, kitchen appliances, and outlets. The 240V rating makes it suitable for main subpanels in multi-room setups where reliable protection matters, such as during renovations or panel upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes on safety and best practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty considerations: avoid non-Siemens breakers to protect coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure correct panel compatibility and professional installation when required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 is the Siemens Q240 40-Amp Double Pole QP Circuit Breaker designed to do?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It provides overload and short‑circuit protection for 240V circuits in compatible Siemens panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which load centers are compatible with this breaker?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It is intended for use in Siemens EQ, Ultimate, ITE, and Gould load centers, including PL and ES series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SIEMENS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47477153235118,"sku":"B00002N5HK","price":50.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6012\/9710\/files\/siemens-q240-40-amp-double-pole-qp-breaker-front-view.jpg?v=1770605656","url":"https:\/\/handyskook.ca\/products\/siemens-q240-40-amp-double-pole-qp-circuit-breaker-240v","provider":"HandySkook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}