Eaton hom225 25A 2-pole 120/240V Circuit Breaker

Product Description

The EATON hom225 is a two-pole, 25-amp miniature circuit breaker designed for residential electrical panels. It provides thermal-magnetic trip protection, which responds to both sustained overloads and short-circuit faults. Rated for 120/240 VAC at 50/60 Hz, this breaker carries a 10kA ampere interrupting rating (AIR) and meets UL 489 requirements. The plug-on mounting design allows direct installation into compatible Homeline-style load centers without additional hardware. Wire connections are made via terminal screw, accepting conductors from 14 to 8 AWG. The HACR rating makes it appropriate for dedicated HVAC equipment branch circuits where motor-start inrush current is a factor.

This breaker is intended for residential load centers requiring a standard two-pole, 25-amp branch circuit. Typical applications include dedicated circuits for HVAC equipment, electric water heaters, dryers, and similar 240-volt loads. Its plug-on connection type is engineered to seat directly into Homeline panel bus bars, making it a straightforward field replacement. Licensed electricians install this breaker during panel upgrades, circuit additions, or breaker replacements in residential service equipment.

Key Features

• Thermal-magnetic trip mechanism provides overload and short-circuit protection
• 10kA AIR short-circuit rating suitable for residential service equipment
• Plug-on mounting fits Homeline-style load center bus configurations
• Terminal screw connection accepts 14 to 8 AWG conductors
• HACR-rated for use on HVAC dedicated equipment circuits
• UL 489 listed standard type breaker

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plug-on replacement for two-pole 25-amp positions in Homeline-style residential load centers. The raw description notes it may serve as an alternative to Eaton CL225 units in applicable replacement scenarios; verify panel compatibility before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC) requirements. De-energize the panel at the utility disconnect or main breaker and verify absence of voltage before handling any bus or wiring connections. Confirm the load center accepts plug-on style breakers and that the panel's available fault current does not exceed the 10kA AIR rating of this device. Do not apply this breaker in applications requiring a higher interrupt rating without verifying the system's available short-circuit current.

Technical Specifications

• Amperage Rating: 25 amps
• Number of Poles: 2
• Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC
• Interrupt Rating: 10kA AIR
• Trip Type: Thermal Magnetic
• Mounting Type: Plug-On
• Connection Type: Terminal Screw
• Wire Size: 14 to 8 AWG
• Frequency Rating: 50/60 Hz
• Temperature Rating: 104 degrees F
• Type: Standard
• Certifications: UL 489, HACR Rated
• Dimensions: 2.98 inches L x 2 inches W x 3.13 inches H
• Shipping Weight: 0.66 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: EATON
• Manufacturer Part Number: hom225