BR220 - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

BR220 - 20 Amp Circuit Breaker

The Eaton BR220 is a two-pole, 20 Amp circuit breaker designed for use in compatible Eaton Type BR loadcenters. Rated for 120/240V AC systems, it is commonly installed on dedicated 240-volt circuits serving equipment such as water heaters, air conditioners, air compressors, pumps, electric heating equipment, and similar loads that require a two-pole breaker.

A common-trip design means both poles open together if a fault occurs. The thermal-magnetic trip mechanism responds to overloads and short circuits, while the plug-on mounting design allows the breaker to fit directly into approved Eaton BR panels. For electricians and maintenance personnel working with existing Type BR equipment, matching the breaker type is often just as important as matching the amperage rating.

You'll find the BR220 in homes, apartments, garages, workshops, offices, retail spaces, and other buildings that use Eaton Type BR panels. Whether replacing a failed breaker or maintaining an existing panel, using the correct breaker helps maintain compatibility with the original equipment.

Like many Eaton BR breakers that remain in service for years, the BR220 is designed for continued operation when installed and used within its intended ratings.

Key Features and Benefits

• 20 Amp circuit breaker
• Two-pole configuration
• Common-trip operation
• Type BR plug-on mounting
• Compatible with Eaton Type BR loadcenters
• Thermal-magnetic trip mechanism
• Rated for 120/240V AC applications
• 10 kAIC interrupting capacity
• Accepts #14–3 AWG copper or aluminum conductors
• Used for dedicated 240-volt circuits and replacement applications
  

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Eaton
  
• Catalog Number: BR220
  
• UPC: 786676362856
  
• Product Type: Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker
  
• Series: Type BR
  
• Amperage Rating: 20A
  
• Voltage Rating: 120/240V AC
  
• Number of Poles: 2
  
• Trip Type: Common Trip
  
• Circuit Breaker Type: BR
  
• Mounting Method: Plug-On
  
• Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
  
• Wire Size Compatibility: #14–3 AWG Copper/Aluminum
  
• Dimensions:
  • Depth: 1.9 in.
  • Width: 2 in.
  • Height: 2.5 in.
• Weight: 0.6 lb
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• UL 489 Listed
• Federal Specifications Classification W-C375
• Manufactured to Eaton Type BR specifications
• Intended for use in compatible Eaton Type BR loadcenters
  

Where It Works Best

• The BR220 is commonly used in Eaton Type BR panels installed in homes, apartments, condominiums, garages, workshops, offices, retail spaces, and light commercial facilities. Typical applications include water heaters, air conditioning condensers, pumps, compressors, electric heating equipment, dedicated 240-volt circuits, and other electrical loads requiring a 20 Amp two-pole breaker.