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The BQL270 EATON 2P70A 240V Bolt-On Breaker is a high-performance circuit breaker designed for reliable electrical protection. With its robust construction and two-pole design, it efficiently handles a 70A load at 240V. Ideal for various applications, this breaker ensures safety and performance in your electrical systems. Perfect for both new and replacement installations.
No, they are not interchangeable. The BQL series uses a bolt-on mounting mechanism, while the BR series uses a plug-in (clip-in) design. Even though both are Eaton products rated for similar voltages, they are designed for different panelboards. Installing a bolt-on breaker in a plug-in panel (or vice versa) is unsafe and non-compliant with Canadian Electrical Code requirements. Always verify your panel's breaker type before ordering.
It can be, provided the original breaker is also from the BQL frame and your panelboard accepts BQL bolt-on breakers. For older Cutler-Hammer or Westinghouse-era bolt-on panels, frame compatibility must be verified, as mounting footprints and bus stab configurations can differ across generations. Contact our team with your panel's model number and we'll confirm whether the BQL270 is the correct replacement.
The BQL270 is rated at 70A, 240V with a 10kA interrupting capacity, which meets CEC requirements for many residential sub-panel feeds and light commercial branch circuit applications where available fault current does not exceed 10kA. For services with higher available fault current, a breaker with a higher AIR (Ampere Interrupting Rating) will be required. We recommend confirming the fault current level at your installation point with a licensed electrician before specifying this breaker.
