The QBHW2100 is an Eaton 2-Pole 100A 240V Bolt-On Circuit Breaker, designed for reliable performance in residential and commercial applications. With a short-circuit interrupting capacity of 22kA, this breaker provides superior protection for your electrical systems. Ideal for various installations, it ensures safety and compliance with your power needs.
| Brand | Eaton |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard (Thermal-Magnetic) |
| Amperage | 100 A |
| Poles | 2-Pole |
| Voltage | 240V |
| Interrupting Rating | 22 kA |
| Mounting | Bolt-On |
| Frame / Series | QBHW |
| Catalogue # | QBHW2100 |
The Eaton QBHW2100 is a bolt-on style breaker from Eaton's QBHW series, designed to mount in compatible Eaton/Cutler-Hammer CH (Type-CH) panelboards that accept bolt-on breakers. With a 100A, 2-Pole, 240V, 22kA rating, it is suited for residential sub-panel feeds and commercial branch circuits requiring higher interrupting capacity. Not a plug-in style — confirm your panel accepts bolt-on breakers before ordering.
Not sure if this breaker fits your panel? Send us your panel model and we'll confirm compatibility.
Bolt-on breakers (like the QBHW2100) are mechanically fastened to the bus bar with a screw or clamp, providing a more secure connection — common in commercial panelboards and some residential sub-panels. Plug-in breakers simply snap onto the bus. Your panel's interior label or door directory will indicate which type is required. If you're unsure, send us your panel model and we can confirm.
Yes — a 2-Pole 100A breaker like the QBHW2100 is commonly used as the main disconnect in a 100A residential or light-commercial sub-panel, provided the panelboard is rated for a main breaker of this size and accepts bolt-on type breakers. Always verify the panel's maximum main breaker rating and consult a licensed electrician to ensure compliance with local Canadian Electrical Code requirements.
Northern Breaker Group specializes in obsolete and hard-to-find breakers, and we carry stock of Eaton QBHW series breakers including the QBHW2100. If direct stock is limited, our team can advise on factory-approved equivalent or replacement options that meet the same 2P/100A/240V/22kA bolt-on specifications. Contact our Calgary, Edmonton, or Vancouver counter for availability and to request a quote.
