CUTLER HAMMER 30 AMP S/P BRKR

CUTLER HAMMER 30 AMP S/P BREAKER (Product Description)

A Cutler-Hammer 30-amp single-pole (S/P) circuit breaker designed to provide overcurrent protection for 120V branch circuits in residential and commercial electrical panels.

Product Description

This is a 30A single-pole circuit breaker manufactured by Cutler-Hammer (Eaton). It is used to protect a single 120V circuit by automatically shutting off power when an overload or short circuit occurs.

The single-pole (S/P) design means it connects to one hot wire and one neutral (through panel system return path) and occupies one slot in an electrical panel.

Key Specifications

• Brand: Cutler-Hammer (Eaton)
• Amperage: 30A
• Poles: 1 (Single-Pole / S/P)
• Voltage Rating: 120V AC
• Type: Thermal-magnetic circuit breaker
• Mounting: Plug-in style for compatible load centers
• Application: Branch circuit protection

Key Features

• Protects against overload and short-circuit conditions
• Fast automatic trip response for safety
• Compact single-slot design
• Compatible with Eaton / Cutler-Hammer panels
• Durable construction for long electrical life
• Common replacement breaker for residential systems

Typical Applications

• Lighting circuits (heavy-duty 120V loads)
• Small appliance circuits
• Garage or workshop outlets
• Water heaters (in some 120V configurations, less common)
• General-purpose 30A branch circuits

Simple explanation

This is a 30-amp safety switch inside your breaker panel that protects a single 120V electrical circuit, turning it off automatically if too much electricity flows.