Breakers Compatible with Siemens
- Murray
- QUF, QPF, QT, and QP Siemens breakers.
- UL-certified Eaton breakers
What breakers are compatible with Siemens?
Your safest bets are Siemens QAF, QPF, QT, and QP. The most recommended way to know what breakers are compatible with Siemens, check your panelboard’s manufacturer’s manual. But what if you no longer have it or the instructions are illegible? You can use the previous broken Siemens breaker as a reference when buying.
Are GE Breakers compatible with Siemens?
Siemens fits GE Siemens breakers can be used in GE breaker boxes, and they are generally known to be compatible. Match the size and voltage requirements when using Siemens breakers, as using the wrong breakers can have dangerous results.
Are Murray and Siemens circuit breakers interchangeable?
Siemens and Murray are indeed the same company. The parts are physically interchangeable (and AFAICT, identical except the label), but Murray breakers are technically not certified for the Siemens panels, and thus not allowed by NEC code. Click to see full answer.
What breakers are compatible with ite panels?
These circuit breakers were:
- KA – 225 amperage frame
- KB – 600 amperage frame
- KC – 800, 1,200, or 1,600 amperage frame
- LX and LG – 1,600 amperage through 8,000 amperage frame
Are Eaton breakers compatible with Siemens?
Eaton's UL classified breakers are designed and tested to be both mechanically and electrically interchangeable with circuit breakers manufactured by General Electric, Thomas & Betts, ITE/Siemens, Murray, Crouse-Hinds, and Square D.
Are Siemens and Square D breakers compatible?
In short, Square D compatible breakers are Siemens, Cutler Hammer, Eaton, GE Breaker, Murray, Westinghouse, and Home Fitline.
Are GE breakers compatible with Siemens panels?
Siemens breakers can be used in GE breaker boxes, and they are generally known to be compatible. Match the size and voltage requirements when using Siemens breakers, as using the wrong breakers can have dangerous results.
What brand of breakers are interchangeable?
UL Classified breakers are designed and tested to be both mechanically and electri- cally interchangeable with circuit breakers manufactured by General Electric, Thomas & Betts, ITE/Siemens, Murray, Crouse-Hinds, and Square D.
Is Square D or Siemens better?
There are many electricians as well as homeowners who believe that the choice between a Square D electrical panel and a Siemens electrical panel really boils down to personal preference because they are both equally high quality.
What does QP mean on a breaker?
QP breakers are manufactured by Siemens, and are designed to fit in Siemens breaker panels. QP breakers, like other Q series products manufactured by Siemens, are designed for home consumers, and are frequently found in new construction and in home electrical panels.
Are Murray breakers compatible with Siemens?
Since Murray is a sub-brand of Siemens, most of their components are very similar. Their substitution letter states that Murray panel products made after January 2002 are available for use with Siemens CBs.
Are BR and QP breakers interchangeable?
There are many brands and types that are almost identical. Even though it will fit and probably won't be a problem, installing a Cutler-Hammer type BR in aSiemens panel that specifies type QP will be in violation of the National Electrical Code.
What breakers are compatible with Siemens?
Your safest bets are Siemens QAF, QPF, QT, and QP. The most recommended way to know what breakers are compatible with Siemens, check your panelboard’s manufacturer’s manual.
Who makes UL breakers?
UL classified breakers, especially those made by Eaton, are an exception to what I said. Why? They’re designed for interchangeability with Siemens breakers, simply put.
Can I cut a breaker with a saw?
Check whether it fits the slot intended for it. Believe it or not, some subcontractors even cut breakers with a saw just to make them fit. While that might work, you’ll essentially be playing with fire, literally and figuratively, if you decide to do so.
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What Circuit Breakers Are Compatible With Square D?
Siemens breakers can work in the place of square D. The brand has a QD series breaker that can work in square D panels. The breakers are versatile enough to work in most interchangeable panels.
Can You Mix Different Brands Of Breakers?
Square D has warned its consumers against using breakers from different brands. If an accident occurs because you used a different brand, the company may void your warranty. Keep that concern in mind.