Industrial EH2-B040 Circuit Breaker 40 Amp 2 Pole

Industrial ITE EH2-B040 circuit breaker, 40 A, 2-pole, rated for 240 VAC or 480 VAC systems. The EH2-B040 interrupts both poles simultaneously to protect two-conductor circuits from overloads and short circuits. As part of the EH2 family, it is designed for use in industrial electrical distributions where two-pole protection is required. This model provides overcurrent protection for feeders and equipment operating in environments that support 240/480 VAC configurations, with a 40-amp current rating for normal operating current up to that level. The two-pole construction ensures both conductors are disconnected together during a fault, reducing arc risks and potential equipment damage in fault conditions. Two-pole breakers like the EH2-B040 are designed to interrupt current on two conductors at the same time, which is critical for protecting both lines in 240/480 VAC installations. The 40-amp rating places this device among mid-range branch protection options in industrial electrical distribution, where reliable disconnection of fault currents is essential.