Double Pole Double Throw Circuit Breaker

The number of throws indicates how many different output connections each switch pole can connect its input.

Double pole double throw circuit breaker. The photo below shows a 60 amp two pole circuit breaker at the top. Unlike a double pole breaker which serves a single 240 volt circuit a cheater serves two 120 volt circuits. Pacer group magnetic circuit breakers are built with longevity and durability in mind. Provide 240 volts 20 60 amps and have two hot wires that share one neutral wire.

Each one is rigorously tested for quality. Double pole circuit breaker model thql21100p 39 37 39 37. Ge q line 50 amp 2 in. We ll take a closer look at the differences between each of these breakers and discuss when you should use one over the other.

In addition these heavy duty breakers have two incoming wires rather than the single. A single pole switch controls just one circuit. Free delivery with 45 order. Set your store to see local availability add to cart.

Single pole breakers are the narrow switches located on your home s electrical panel. These breakers control 240 volt circuits that power large appliances such as electric water heaters dryers and ranges. Ge q line 100 amp 2 in. It cannot be used to supply 240 volts to a single circuit.

Double pole circuit breaker model thql2150 9 56 9 56. A double pole switch controls two separate circuits. The a series double throw double pole breakers are top of the line products that are used by industry professionals. A double breaker is basically an interconnected set of two single pole breakers.

Certain appliances as well as service panel subpanels require 240 volt circuit breakers also known as double pole breakers. Most homes have one or more double pole circuit breakers in the electrical panel. Double pole circuit breakers are used in this case which consist of two single circuit breakers whose trip handles are physically tied together. Double pole breakers are twice as wide as standard breakers and attach to both of the 120 volt hot bus bars in the service panel.

A double pole switch is like two separate single pole switches that are mechanically operated by the same lever knob or button. To safely protect 240 volt appliances a circuit breaker must be connected to each of the 120 volt legs. Free delivery with 45 order. Find the breakers you need with pacer group.