Eaton BQC215220 Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker

Product Description

The EATON BQC215220 is a thermal magnetic circuit breaker designed for residential and light commercial electrical panel applications. It provides dual-function protection by combining thermal sensing for overload conditions with magnetic trip action for short-circuit faults. The BQC215220 is a combination breaker unit housing a 15-amp and a 20-amp pole in a double-pole configuration, making it suited for branch circuit protection in load centers that require mixed amperage on a shared breaker slot. Licensed electricians are the primary installers of this device.

This breaker is intended for use in residential load centers and light commercial panelboards where space-saving combination breakers are required. The dual-amperage design allows a single breaker slot to serve two separate branch circuits with different load requirements. It is commonly installed in applications where a 15-amp general-purpose circuit and a 20-amp appliance or dedicated circuit must share a tandem breaker position.

Key Features

• Thermal magnetic trip mechanism provides both overload and short-circuit protection
• Combination 15-amp and 20-amp poles in a single tandem breaker body
• Double-pole tandem configuration saves panel space in high-density installations
• Compact form factor fits standard load center breaker slots accepting tandem devices
• Lightweight construction at 0.5 pounds for easy handling during installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install tandem thermal magnetic circuit breaker for residential and light commercial load centers that accept BQC-series tandem breakers.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all applicable local codes. De-energize the panel and verify the absence of voltage with a calibrated meter before removing or installing any breaker. Confirm the load center accepts tandem-style breakers in the intended slot before installation. Do not exceed the breaker amperage ratings for connected branch circuit conductors.

Technical Specifications

• Amperage: 15A / 20A (tandem combination)
• Trip Type: Thermal Magnetic
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 3 inches x 2 inches x 3 inches
• Weight: 0.5 pounds
• UPC: 78667600598

Standard Information

• Brand: EATON
• Manufacturer Part Number: BQC215220