EATON BD1520 Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker, Type Bd 1-Inch Ctl Plug-On Circuit Breaker

Eaton BD1520 BR Series thermal-magnetic circuit breaker plugs into load centres and panelboards. It helps in interrupting current if faults are detected in the circuit.

Working Mechanism:

• The circuit breaker is controlled by the circuit breaker handle and Push-to-Trip button.
• The unit passes current through its current-carrying contacts.
• When a fault is detected, the contacts back off from each other, tripping the unit thermally or magnetically.
• Reset the breaker by moving the breaker handle to the OFF position.
• Finally, switch the circuit back to the On position.

Features:

• Eaton BD1520 BR Series thermal-magnetic circuit breaker connects to the power supply through busbars, thus organising the circuit boards and eliminating the need to pigtail wires.
• This tandem type circuit breaker allows 15 & 20A current at 120VAC voltage.
• It offers a toggle-handle actuation method to control the flow of electric current.
• This single-pole unit allows plug-on mounting for secure installation.
• The product includes a rejection tab to prevent fitting on a non-CTL panelboard.

Standards and Approvals:

• UL 489

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What is a tandem circuit breaker?

A. It is a type of circuit breaker that accommodates two 120V circuits in a single slot in the circuit breaker box.

Q. Why do circuit breakers trip?

A.

• Circuit overloads
• Short circuits
• Ground fault surges
• Defective circuit breaking
• Arc faults

Q. What are the things to inspect while using a circuit breaker?

A.

• Remove dust or moisture from the surface of the circuit breaker with a vacuum or cloth. Do not blow debris into the circuit breaker.
• Switch to ON and OFF multiple times to ensure that the mechanical linkages are free.
• Check base, operating handle and cover for any cracks, discolouration & chipping.
• Check connectors and terminals for signs of overheating and looseness.
• Check the mounting hardware and the area where it is installed.