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What breakers will fit in a Cutler-Hammer?

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Answered Oct 05, 2026
Fitting the correct breaker into a Cutler-Hammer panel depends entirely on the specific product series specified on the interior panel door label. Cutler-Hammer panels generally fall into two major categories: Type CH panels (which require proprietary, narrow Eaton Type CH breakers with chocolate-brown handles) and Type BR panels (which accept Eaton Type BR breakers, which also fit legacy Westinghouse and Bryant enclosures). Always verify the manufacturer label before installation.
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Fitting the correct replacement breaker into a Cutler-Hammer panel depends entirely on the specific product series indicated on the interior door label. Cutler-Hammer enclosures generally accept either Eaton Type CH breakers (recognized by their narrow profile and chocolate-brown switch handles) or Eaton Type BR breakers (which also fit older Westinghouse and Bryant panels). Always consult the manufacturer's directory label inside your specific panel before purchasing or installing any new breakers.
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