Eaton / Cutler-Hammer CH120 CH Residential Circuit Breaker

Source-Reviewed CH120 Product Information

The Eaton CH120 is a Type CH 3/4-inch standard thermal-magnetic circuit breaker designed for reliable residential electrical protection. This single-pole device operates at a voltage rating of 120/240 V with an amperage rating of 20 A and features an interrupt rating of 10 kAIC. It is engineered for use with Type CH loadcenters and requires a single 3/4-inch space for installation. The breaker is both Switch Duty (SWD) and Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HACR) rated, offering versatility for various electrical loads. It accepts wire sizes of (1) #14-8 AWG or (2) #14-10 AWG Cu/Al. Prior to purchase, please confirm panel compatibility, condition, source, availability, and lead time in the written quote.

Application context: Used with Type CH Loadcenters.

Source-Confirmed Attributes

  • Amperage Rating=20 A
  • Voltage Rating=120/240 V
  • Interrupt Rating=10 kAIC
  • Number of Poles=Single-pole
  • Wire Size=(2) #14-10 AWG Cu/Al, (1) #14-8 AWG
  • Circuit Breaker Type=CH
  • Product Type=Thermal magnetic circuit breakers
  • Certifications=UL 489

Primary technical source for CH120 | Supporting documentation

The Eaton CH120 is a Type CH 3/4-inch standard thermal-magnetic circuit breaker designed for reliable residential electrical protection. This single-pole device operates at a voltage rating of 120/240 V with an amperage rating of 20 A and features an interrupt rating of 10 kAIC. It is engineered for use with Type CH loadcenters and requires a single 3/4-inch space for installation. The breaker is both Switch Duty (SWD) and Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HACR) rated, offering versatility for various electrical loads. It accepts wire sizes of (1) #14-8 AWG or (2) #14-10 AWG Cu/Al. Prior to purchase, please confirm panel compatibility, condition, source, availability, and lead time in the written quote.

What the Written Quote Confirms for CH120

  • 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

CH120 Specifications

SpecificationValue
Amperage Rating20 A
Voltage Rating120/240 V
Interrupt Rating10 kAIC
Number of PolesSingle-pole
Wire Size(2) #14-10 AWG Cu/Al, (1) #14-8 AWG
Circuit Breaker TypeCH
Product TypeThermal magnetic circuit breakers
CertificationsUL 489

Application and Compatibility Review

Used with Type CH Loadcenters. Match the physical nameplate, panel label, mounting method, electrical ratings, and manufacturer instructions before purchase or installation.

Buy CH120 Circuit Breaker

Eaton / Cutler-Hammer CH120 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: CH120 | Series: CH Residential

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