{"product_id":"ge-q-line-thql-20-amp-1-pole-combination-arc-fault-circuit-breaker","title":"GE Q-Line THQL 20-Amp 1-Pole Combination Arc Fault Circuit Breaker - 71223239","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"romance\"\u003eGE Q-Line THQL 20-Amp 1-Pole Combination Arc Fault Circuit Breaker - 71223239 \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"romance\"\u003eThis GE Q-Line 20 Amp 1 in. single pole Arc Fault combination circuit breaker detects arc faults in both parallel and series wiring. The circuit breaker has a tin-plated copper stab to create a reliable, permanent and corrosion-resistant connection. The unit has a dedicated calibration screw which is cemented to prevent shifting. The attached screw creates a stable calibration for optimum performance. The breaker case is made of heat-resistant thermoset for stability and structural integrity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"romance\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"romance\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"romance\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse to detect and mitigate arc faults in both parallel and series wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2-Position push button test validates arc detection capability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick make, quick break switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrips to the center position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox type terminals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeets NEMA standards and ANSI certified, CSA and UL Listed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTin-plated copper stabs create a reliable, permanent and corrosion-resistant connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalibration screw is cemented to prevent shifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase is made of heat-resistant thermoset for stability and structural integrity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2xokya\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"221\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eAdvanced Fire-Prevention Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"71\"\u003e20A 1-pole breaker with \u003cstrong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"128\"\u003ecombination AFCI technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to detect both \u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"188\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eseries and parallel arc faults\u003c\/strong\u003e that can cause electrical fires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12hidc6\" data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"455\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eModern Residential Safety Upgrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eBuilt to meet current electrical code requirements for \u003cstrong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"383\"\u003ebedrooms, living areas, and general-purpose 120V circuits\u003c\/strong\u003e requiring arc-fault protection. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ndcctd\" data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"646\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eFast \u0026amp; Intelligent Fault Detection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eContinuously monitors wiring conditions and \u003cstrong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"599\"\u003einstantly trips when dangerous arcing is detected\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping prevent overheating and fire hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"quclup\" data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eQuick-Reset “Center Trip” Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eTrips to a visible center position, making it easier to \u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eidentify and reset after a fault event\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f7mjv1\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"829\"\u003eReliable GE Q-Line Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eDesigned with \u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"894\"\u003edurable thermoset housing and copper stabs\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring stable electrical connection and long-term 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data-section-id=\"pgwwm3\" data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eExpert Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eAFCI breakers can trip due to sensitive detection of wiring issues—\u003cstrong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eproper installation and load balancing are critical for stable operation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eQ: What does this circuit breaker do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eA: It protects a 20-amp, 1-pole circuit by detecting \u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"216\"\u003edangerous arc faults\u003c\/strong\u003e and shutting off power to help prevent electrical fires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e\u003cstrong 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