Overview
The Challenger C130 circuit breaker is a single-pole molded case breaker designed for 120V residential and light commercial electrical circuits. This Type C breaker delivers reliable overload and short-circuit protection in a compact, plug-in form factor compatible with Challenger load centers and other standard panels.
Key Features
- 30-ampere rating for higher-draw 120V circuits
- Thermal-magnetic trip mechanism for consistent performance
- Long-Time and Instantaneous (LI) protection functions
- Plug-in mounting style for simple installation and replacement
- UL 489 and UL listed for safety compliance
- Compact single-pole design
Technical Specifications
- Amperage: 30A
- Poles: 1
- Voltage: 120V
- Type: C (Type C molded case)
- Interrupt Rating: 10kA @ 120V
- Trip Function: Long-Time and Instantaneous (LI)
- Mounting: Plug-In
- Series: Challenger C Series
- Protection Type: Thermal-Magnetic
- UL Listings: UL 489, UL listed
Typical Applications
- Residential 120V circuit protection
- Light commercial branch circuits
- Replacement in existing Challenger Type C load centers
- Panel upgrades and service maintenance
- General electrical distribution systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Challenger Type C load centers and panels
- Standard plug-in breaker mounting style
- Westinghouse panels (with compatible frame)
- Eaton BR panels (as noted in field applications)
- 120V single-phase branch circuits
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Challenger C130 (original part number)
- BR130 (Eaton BR series equivalent in compatible panels)
- Other OEM 30A single-pole Type C molded case breakers of compatible frame size
Works With
- Thermal-magnetic protection systems
- Standard 120V electrical distribution
- Load center branch circuit configuration
- Auxiliary contact compatible panels
