Overview
The Square D PowerPact QBL32150 is a Q-frame, thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker designed for branch and feeder distribution applications. Rated 150A at 240V AC with a 10kA interrupting capacity, this 3-pole unit-mount breaker delivers reliable overcurrent and short-circuit protection in commercial and industrial panelboards. Built to 80% continuous current rating and suitable for HACR applications, it meets UL, CSA, NEMA, and NOM-003-SCFI-2000 standards.
Key Features
- Q-frame molded case construction for compact panel fit
- Thermal-magnetic trip unit — 2400A magnetic trip current, 1200A magnetic hold current
- 80% continuous current rating (HACR rated)
- 10kA interrupting capacity at 120/208V AC and 240V AC (50/60 Hz, UL)
- 8kV rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)
- Unit mount with lug line and load connections
- Tightening torque: 247.8 lbf·in (28 N·m); wire range AWG 4–300 kcmil (25–150 mm²)
- Operating handle with trip indicator (green)
- Mechanical durability: 1,000 loaded cycles / 5,000 no-load cycles
- UL Listed, CSA Certified, NEMA, NOM-003-SCFI-2000 compliant
- Country of origin: Mexico
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Square D (Schneider Electric) |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | QBL32150 |
| Frame | Q-Frame |
| Product Type | Molded Case Circuit Breaker |
| Number of Poles | 3 |
| Ampere Rating | 150A |
| Voltage Rating | 240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Interrupting Capacity | 10kA @ 120/208V AC; 10kA @ 240V AC (UL) |
| Trip Unit Type | Thermal-Magnetic |
| Continuous Current Rating | 80% |
| Magnetic Trip Current | 2400A |
| Magnetic Hold Current | 1200A |
| Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage | 8kV (UL) |
| Mounting Type | Unit Mount |
| Connection Type | Lugs (Line and Load) |
| Wire Range | AWG 4–300 kcmil (25–150 mm²) |
| Terminal Torque | 247.8 lbf·in (28 N·m) |
| Application | Distribution (HACR Rated) |
| Height | 6.47 in (164.34 mm) |
| Width | 4.5 in (114.3 mm) |
| Depth | 3.93 in (99.82 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | 104–158°F (40–70°C) |
| Mechanical Durability | 1,000 loaded cycles / 5,000 no-load cycles |
| Standards | UL, CSA, NEMA, NOM-003-SCFI-2000 |
| UPC | 78590141783 |
| UNSPSC | 39121601 |
| Unit of Measure | Each (EA) |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |









