QO230 is a standard two-pole breaker. Square D rates this QO model at 30A for 120/240V AC systems with a 10 kA interrupting rating. It uses the familiar QO plug-in mounting format and provides thermal-magnetic overload and short-circuit protection.
QO230 specifications
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Model number: QO230
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Series: Square D QO
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Breaker type: Standard thermal-magnetic
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Rating: 30A, 2 pole, 120/240V AC
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Interrupt rating: 10 kA
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Mounting mode: Plug-in
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Fault electronics: No AFCI or GFCI function
No neutral feature is part of QO230
Unlike QO arc-fault and ground-fault products, QO230 has no test button, neutral pigtail, or plug-on-neutral connection. The two poles trip together for a correctly specified two-pole circuit. Calling this model “plug-on neutral” would be inaccurate.
Match more than 30 amps
Confirm QO230 is listed on the panel label and that the design requires 30A, two poles, 120/240V, and a 10 kA rating. Conductor size, load calculation, and equipment instructions determine whether 30A is appropriate; the breaker should never be upsized simply to prevent tripping. Selection and installation should be handled by a qualified person.