Circuit breaker EATON xPole Home HN-B6/1 1P B 6A 6kA AC

The EATON xPole Home HN-B6/1 1P B 6A 6kA AC is a single-pole miniature circuit breaker designed for protection of low-voltage electrical installations. It provides overcurrent and short-circuit protection with a B-characteristic trip curve and a rated current of 6 A. The device is intended for installation in residential and light commercial distribution boards and mounts on a standard DIN rail. Its compact modular form factor helps save space in consumer units while offering reliable interruption of fault currents up to 6 kA.

Advantages

This circuit breaker combines a B-type tripping characteristic with a precise 6 A rating, making it suitable for protecting lighting circuits, small appliances and socket circuits with moderate inrush currents. The 6 kA breaking capacity ensures safe disconnection under short-circuit conditions common in domestic and small business environments. Compact DIN-rail mounting and standard modular width facilitate straightforward installation and integration into existing distribution boards. The device is designed to provide consistent performance for routine overcurrent protection.

Suitable for

• Lighting circuits in homes and apartments
• Protection of small household appliances and outlets
• Branch circuit protection in light commercial installations
• Retrofit and new-build distribution boards with DIN-rail

Key specifications

• Poles: single-pole (1P)
• Trip characteristic: B curve (suitable for low inrush currents)
• Rated current: 6 A
• Breaking capacity: 6 kA (AC)
• Mounting: DIN-rail, modular design
• Application: overcurrent and short-circuit protection for low-voltage circuits

How to use

Install the circuit breaker on a standard DIN rail within the distribution board according to local electrical regulations. Connect the supply conductor to the line terminal and the load conductor to the load terminal, ensuring proper tightening torques as specified by the installation guidelines. Use the switch lever to manually connect or disconnect the protected circuit; in the event of an overcurrent or short circuit exceeding the device characteristics, the breaker will trip automatically and interrupt the circuit. After clearing the fault, reset the breaker by moving the lever to the off position and then back to on.

Usage recommendations

Select this B-curve 6 A breaker for circuits with predominantly resistive loads or low inrush currents such as household lighting and small outlets. Verify coordination with upstream protection and ensure the selected rated current and breaking capacity meet local electrical code requirements. Regularly inspect the distribution board for signs of wear or overheating and test protective devices as required by maintenance schedules and regulations.