Eaton CHF250 Circuit Breaker - UL 489 HACR Rated
Part Number: CHF250
Quick Summary
The Eaton CHF250 Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker provides reliable overcurrent protection for residential and light commercial panelboards. Engineers often face nuisance trips and compatibility issues when upgrading CH loadcenters, leading to downtime and unnecessary wiring changes. This device carries UL 489 certification, HACR rating, and a 10 kAIC interrupt rating, ensuring robust protection under fault conditions. By matching Type CHF 3/4-Inch frame dimensions and a two-pole, common-trip design, it simplifies procurement and reduces panel space requirements. The CHF250 supports #10-1/0 AWG Cu/Al wiring and integrates smoothly with CH Loadcenters, delivering dependable protection while enabling efficient installation and long-term cost savings and ongoing reliability.
Product Information
Extended Description
CHF250 Eaton: Eaton CH Thermal magnetic circuit breaker, Type CHF 3/4-Inch standard circuit breaker, 50 A, 10 kAIC, Two-pole, 120/240V, CHF, Trip flag, common breaker trip, #10-1/0 AWG Cu/Al, CHF, Type CH Loadcenters
Product Name
Eaton CH thermal magnetic circuit breaker
Catalog Number
CHF250
UPC
786685532172
Product Length/Depth
1.5 in
Product Height
2.6 in
Product Width
0.75 in
Product Weight
0.28 lb
Warranty
Limited lifetime residential, 1 year commercial
Compliances
HACR Rated
Certifications
UL 489
Catalog Notes
HACR Rated. Two-Pole 120/240V Common Trip Requires Two 3/4-Inch Spaces. With Trip Indication
Used with
Type CH Loadcenters
Type
Type CHF 3/4-Inch standard circuit breaker
Amperage Rating
50 A
Voltage rating
120/240 V
Trip Type
Trip flag
Circuit breaker type
CHF
Interrupt rating
10 kAIC
Main circuit breaker
CHF
Wire size
#10-1/0 AWG Cu/Al
Number of poles
Two-pole
Residential and Light Commercial, Metering Products, Volume 1 Tab 4
Eaton Specification Sheet - CHF250
Eaton type CH circuit breaker limited warranty June 2024
Feature: Two-pole CHF with a 3/4-inch frame and common-trip design. Business Impact: Ensures simultaneous disconnection of both poles, improving safety and simplifying troubleshooting. Application: Ideal for Type CH Loadcenters and two-pole panelboards in residential and light commercial settings. Feature: 50 A amperage rating with 10 kAIC interrupt rating. Business Impact: Provides robust fault-current protection, reducing equipment damage and downtime. Application: Suitable for branch and main circuits in typical distribution panels. Feature: Trip flag and diagnostic indication. Business Impact: Enables rapid fault identification during maintenance, minimizing mean time to repair. Application: Service-friendly in crowded panels and metering-equipped installations. Feature: HACR Rated and UL 489 compliant. Business Impact: Ensures regulatory compliance and safe operation under HVAC and general loads. Application: Suitable for both industrial-adjacent and residential environments requiring certified protection. Feature: Wiring compatibility (#10-1/0 AWG Cu/Al) and space requirements (two 3/4-Inch spaces). Business Impact: Streamlines installation, reduces retrofit costs, and optimizes panel layout. Application: Works with CH Loadcenters and standard distribution panels. Feature: Type CHF 3/4-Inch standard frame designed for CH Loadcenters. Business Impact: Supports easy stocking and quick replacement within Eaton’s ecosystem. Application: Best for new builds and maintenance in CH distribution systems.
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FAQs
Yes. The CHF250 is a two-pole, 3/4-inch CHF frame circuit breaker designed to fit Type CH Loadcenters, requiring two 3/4-inch spaces and supporting common-trip operation for both poles. It accepts #10-1/0 AWG Cu/Al and is intended for 120/240V systems, aligning with Eaton’s CH loadcenter ecosystem.
Key specs include a 50 A amperage rating, 120/240 V operation, and a 10 kAIC interrupt rating with UL 489 certification and HACR rating. These figures translate to reliable short-circuit protection, reduced fault energy, and compliance with standard electrical codes for residential and light commercial panels.
Ideal for residential service panels, Type CH Loadcenters, and light commercial distribution boards. Its two-pole common-trip design, 50 A rating, and compatibility with CH wiring schemes support safe, scalable expansion in upgrades, metering installations, and panel retrofits where space and reliability matter.
CHF250 carries UL 489 certification and HACR rating, with catalog notes clarifying two-pole, common-trip requirements and trip indication. Additional documentation includes Eaton specification sheets and warranty guidance, all supporting regulatory compliance and long-term service planning.
By delivering reliable protection with a clear trip indication, a common-trip mechanism, and compatibility with standard wiring, the CHF250 minimizes nuisance trips and speeds fault diagnosis. This translates to shorter maintenance windows, lower labor costs, and improved uptime for critical electrical distribution systems.