Schneider Electric Square D QOU160U Circuit Breaker

Schneider Electric Square D QOU160U is a 60 A, 1-pole unit-mount miniature circuit breaker for 120/240 V AC systems. This thermal-magnetic device provides overcurrent protection for a single hot conductor with a 10 kA interrupting rating at 240 VAC, enabling fast fault clearing while protecting wiring and connected equipment. As part of the QOU unit-mount family, the QOU160U is designed for installation in Square D QOU configurations and other compatible enclosures that accept unit-mount breakers in 120/240 VAC applications. The 60-amp rating is suitable for protecting branch circuits and feeders where a 60 A maximum current is required, and its 120/240 VAC compatibility covers standard single-phase power systems. With its straightforward one-pole design, it serves as a disconnection/overcurrent protection device for a single circuit, and it offers a 10 kA interrupting capability for reliable fault clearing. The QOU160U is one of Schneider Electric's QO/QOU portfolio options for replacement or expansion in 120/240 VAC installations.