Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breaker
The Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breaker is a single-pole thermal-magnetic circuit breaker designed for use in Eaton Type CH loadcenters. The CH series is a well-known circuit breaker family used in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical applications. The Eaton CH120 is rated at 20 amps, 120/240 volts, and 10 kAIC, and is UL 489 listed.
Electrical Supplies Unlimited has over 40 years of experience buying and selling electrical equipment. We buy and sell new, used, surplus, obsolete, discontinued, and hard-to-find Eaton and Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers. If you need an Eaton CH 20 amp breaker for a replacement, repair, retrofit, or existing electrical panel, ESU can help locate the equipment you need.
Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breakers for Sale

Electrical Supplies Unlimited buys and sells Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 amp circuit breakers, including the Eaton CH120 and other CH-series configurations. Depending on availability, ESU may have new, used, surplus, or hard-to-find Eaton CH breakers available.
The standard Eaton CH120 is a 20 amp, single-pole, 120/240V thermal-magnetic circuit breaker with a 10 kAIC interrupting rating. It is designed for Eaton Type CH loadcenters and requires one 3/4-inch space. The CH120 is also switch-duty and HACR rated.
If you are looking for a specific Eaton or Cutler-Hammer breaker, provide us with the catalog number, amperage, number of poles, voltage, and panel information. This information can help identify the correct replacement or locate a hard-to-find breaker.
Common Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breakers
The Eaton CH product family includes several 20 amp circuit breaker configurations. Some of the common types include:
- Eaton CH120 20 Amp Single-Pole Circuit Breaker
- Eaton CHF120 20 Amp Single-Pole Circuit Breaker
- Eaton CHP120 20 Amp Single-Pole Commercial Circuit Breaker
- Eaton CH120AF 20 Amp AFCI Circuit Breaker
- Eaton CH 20 Amp replacement circuit breakers
- Used and surplus Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp circuit breakers
The exact breaker required depends on the Eaton panel or loadcenter, electrical application, breaker type, and required features. Always verify the breaker catalog number and panel compatibility before installation.
Eaton CH120 20 Amp Circuit Breaker Specifications
The Eaton CH120 is one of the most recognizable 20 amp breakers in the Cutler-Hammer CH family. Its primary specifications include:
- Manufacturer: Eaton / Cutler-Hammer
- Catalog Number: CH120
- Amperage: 20 Amp
- Voltage Rating: 120/240V
- Poles: Single pole
- Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC
- Breaker Type: Thermal-magnetic
- Series: Type CH
- Panel Compatibility: Eaton Type CH loadcenters
- Space Required: One 3/4-inch space
- Certification: UL 489
- Wire Compatibility: Copper or aluminum conductors within specified wire sizes
- Ratings: Switch-duty and HACR rated
The specifications above apply to the CH120 model. Other Eaton CH breakers can have different features, ratings, or applications, so the catalog number should be confirmed before purchasing a replacement.
Used Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breakers
A used Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp circuit breaker can be an economical solution when replacing a breaker in an existing electrical panel. Used breakers may be particularly useful when an older installation requires a specific CH-series breaker that is difficult to find through conventional electrical distribution channels.
Electrical Supplies Unlimited buys and sells used and surplus Eaton and Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers. Availability changes frequently, so contact ESU with the breaker model number or a photograph of the existing breaker and panel label.
Used electrical equipment should be evaluated by a qualified professional before being placed into service. The breaker should be verified for proper compatibility with the panel and electrical system.
Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breaker Replacement
When an Eaton CH 20 amp breaker fails, the correct replacement should match the existing electrical panel and the requirements of the circuit. Simply matching the amperage is not always sufficient. The breaker series, number of poles, voltage rating, interrupting rating, panel compatibility, and breaker features should all be considered.
The Eaton CH120 is specifically designed for Type CH loadcenters. Other 20 amp Eaton breakers, including CHF and CHP models, have different features and applications. Identifying the original catalog number is therefore important when sourcing a replacement.
Obsolete and Hard-to-Find Cutler-Hammer Circuit Breakers
Electrical Supplies Unlimited specializes in obsolete, discontinued, surplus, and hard-to-find circuit breakers. If you have an older Cutler-Hammer or Eaton panel and cannot locate the original breaker through your normal electrical supplier, ESU may be able to help.
We can search for specific Eaton and Cutler-Hammer models based on the original catalog number, amperage, panel type, and other identifying information. A photograph of the breaker and panel label can also be helpful when identifying older equipment.
We Buy Eaton Cutler-Hammer Circuit Breakers
Do you have surplus Eaton or Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers? Electrical Supplies Unlimited buys Eaton and Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers from electrical contractors, businesses, industrial facilities, distributors, and other organizations.
We purchase new, used, surplus, obsolete, and discontinued electrical equipment. If you have Eaton CH breakers or other electrical equipment that you no longer need, contact ESU to discuss selling your surplus inventory.
We also buy circuit breakers from other manufacturers, as well as transformers, electrical panels, disconnects, safety switches, motor controls, fuses, relays, and related electrical equipment.
Why Buy Eaton Cutler-Hammer Circuit Breakers from ESU?
- Over 40 years of electrical equipment experience
- New, used, and surplus circuit breakers
- Specialization in obsolete and hard-to-find equipment
- Eaton and Cutler-Hammer circuit breaker sourcing
- CH, CHF, CHP, and other Eaton breaker configurations
- Replacement breakers for existing electrical panels
- Nationwide sales and equipment sourcing
- Assistance identifying breakers from catalog numbers and nameplates
Find an Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breaker
If you are looking for an Eaton Cutler-Hammer CH 20 Amp Circuit Breaker, Electrical Supplies Unlimited can help you locate the equipment you need. Whether you need a new CH120, used breaker, surplus breaker, replacement breaker, or hard-to-find Eaton CH model, contact ESU with the breaker information.
Call Electrical Supplies Unlimited at 858-558-2850 to check availability or discuss your Eaton Cutler-Hammer circuit breaker requirements.
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