Eaton / Cutler-Hammer BR2020 BR Residential Circuit Breaker

Source-Reviewed BR2020 Product Information

The Eaton BR2020 is a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker designed for reliable residential and light commercial electrical protection. As a Type BR 1-inch plug-on circuit breaker, it provides two independent 20 Amp circuits in a compact single-pole space. This duplex (tandem) breaker features a non-CTL design without a rejection tab, offering installation flexibility for compatible older Type BR loadcenters. Operating at 120V with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating, it utilizes a common breaker trip mechanism to enhance safety. The unit accepts #14-4 AWG copper or aluminum wiring and complies with UL 489 standards. Before purchasing or installing, customers must confirm panel compatibility, condition, source, availability, and lead time in the written quote.

Application context: Designed for use with compatible Type BR Loadcenters.

Source-Confirmed Attributes

  • Amperage Rating=(2) 20A
  • Voltage rating=120 V
  • Interrupt rating=10 kAIC
  • Number of poles=Two-pole
  • Circuit breaker type=BR
  • Type=Type BR 1-Inch plug-on circuit breaker
  • Trip Type=Common breaker trip
  • Wire size=#14-4 AWG Cu/Al
  • Mounting Method=Plug-on

Primary technical source for BR2020 | Supporting documentation

The Eaton BR2020 is a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker designed for reliable residential and light commercial electrical protection. As a Type BR 1-inch plug-on circuit breaker, it provides two independent 20 Amp circuits in a compact single-pole space. This duplex (tandem) breaker features a non-CTL design without a rejection tab, offering installation flexibility for compatible older Type BR loadcenters. Operating at 120V with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating, it utilizes a common breaker trip mechanism to enhance safety. The unit accepts #14-4 AWG copper or aluminum wiring and complies with UL 489 standards. Before purchasing or installing, customers must confirm panel compatibility, condition, source, availability, and lead time in the written quote.

What the Written Quote Confirms for BR2020

  • Exact manufacturer and catalog number shown on the nameplate
  • Electrical ratings and mounting or connection style
  • Represented condition and any material exceptions
  • Current quantity, fulfillment source, lead time, and shipping method
  • Applicable seller warranty and return terms
  • Buyer responsibility to verify panel and application compatibility

BR2020 Specifications

SpecificationValue
Amperage Rating(2) 20A
Voltage rating120 V
Interrupt rating10 kAIC
Number of polesTwo-pole
Circuit breaker typeBR
TypeType BR 1-Inch plug-on circuit breaker
Trip TypeCommon breaker trip
Wire size#14-4 AWG Cu/Al
Mounting MethodPlug-on

Application and Compatibility Review

Designed for use with compatible Type BR Loadcenters. Match the physical nameplate, panel label, mounting method, electrical ratings, and manufacturer instructions before purchase or installation.

Buy BR2020 Circuit Breaker

Eaton / Cutler-Hammer BR2020 catalog record. Call (951) 903-9804 to request a written quote confirming the nameplate, ratings, mounting, condition, source, availability, lead time, shipping method, warranty, and compatibility requirements.

Brand: Eaton / Cutler-Hammer | Catalog Number: BR2020 | Series: BR Residential

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