HOM250 application snapshot: Square D HOM250 is a common-trip, two-pole breaker for 50-amp loads in listed Homeline equipment. It is a straightforward thermal-magnetic model for 120/240-volt systems, without added arc-fault or ground-fault electronics.
HOM250 specifications
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Series and model: Homeline HOM250
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Current and poles: 50A, 2-pole
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System voltage: 120/240VAC
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Short-circuit rating: 10kA AIR
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Mounting: Plug-in, with box-lug load terminals
Standard breaker versus specialty protection
The shared handle opens both poles together for a line-to-line load. HOM250 supplies overcurrent protection only; choose a specifically listed GFCI, AFCI, or dual-function model when the circuit requires one of those functions.
Compatibility checkpoint
Match the HOM250 catalog number and Homeline breaker type to the exact panel directory. A Square D QO breaker is a different family even though the brand is the same. Verify conductor size, terminal torque, load requirements, and system fault-current limits, then have a qualified installer make and inspect the connections.