Overview
The Siemens Q115 is a 15 Amp, single-pole Type QP/MP thermal-magnetic circuit breaker designed for compatible Siemens load centers. It is rated 120/240 VAC with a 10 kA interrupting capacity and uses a full-size 1-inch plug-in design with Siemens INSTA-WIRE pressure-plate terminals.
Key Features
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Protection: Thermal-magnetic long-time and instantaneous overcurrent protection for residential and light-commercial branch circuits.
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Installation: Full-size 1-inch plug-in construction for compatible Siemens load centers and meter combinations.
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Connections: INSTA-WIRE pressure-plate terminal accepts 14–12 AWG copper or 12–10 AWG aluminum conductors.
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Standards: UL Listed, CSA certified, and NOM certified.
Specifications
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Model: Q115
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Current rating: 15 A
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Poles: 1
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Voltage: 120/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
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Interrupting rating: 10 kA
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Frame: QP/MP 125 A frame
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Mounting: Plug-in
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Wire range: 14–12 AWG copper; 12–10 AWG aluminum
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Temperature rating: 104°F (40°C)
Common Applications
- Residential branch-circuit protection in compatible Siemens load centers.
- Lighting and general-purpose 120 V circuits requiring 15 A protection.
- Heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and electrical distribution applications approved by the manufacturer.
- Replacement or panel expansion where Siemens catalog number Q115 is specified.
