Circuit Breaker 1P B 16A 6kA AC Eaton xPole Home HN-B16/1 (MPN 194821)

The Eaton xPole Home HN-B16/1 is a single-pole (1P) miniature circuit breaker with a B characteristic and a rated current of 16 A. Designed for installation on standard DIN rails, this compact protective device provides overcurrent protection in residential and light-commercial distribution boards. It responds to both overloads and short-circuits and is suitable for protecting circuits such as lighting, sockets and small household appliances.

Advantages

The B characteristic ensures fast tripping on low-magnitude short-circuits typical for lighting and general-purpose circuits while avoiding nuisance trips from motor starting currents of small appliances. With a breaking capacity of 6 kA AC, the device interrupts fault currents safely within its rated capability. The compact single-pole design minimizes panel space usage and eases multi-circuit installations. Eaton manufacture and quality control provide consistent mechanical and electrical performance for everyday circuit protection.

Suitable for

• Lighting circuits in residential and small commercial properties
• Socket outlets and general-purpose power circuits
• Protection of small household appliances and electronic devices
• DIN-rail distribution boards and sub-distribution panels

Key specifications

• Poles: single-pole (1P)
• Tripping characteristic: B-type (instantaneous trip at low multiple of In)
• Rated current: 16 A
• Breaking capacity: 6 kA (AC)
• Mounting: standard DIN-rail
• Application: overcurrent protection for lighting, sockets and small loads

How to use

Mount the circuit breaker on a compatible DIN rail inside the distribution board following local electrical codes. Connect the incoming phase conductor to the breaker’s line terminal and the outgoing load conductor to the load terminal, ensuring secure tightening of terminals to the manufacturer’s torque specifications. Use the breaker as part of a properly designed circuit with appropriate upstream and downstream protective devices and earth/neutral arrangements. Test the installation and verify correct operation by switching the breaker on and off and confirming proper coordination with other protective devices.

Usage recommendations

Select this 16 A B-characteristic breaker for general-purpose circuits where fast response to short-circuits is required but high inrush currents are limited, such as household lighting and everyday sockets. For circuits with higher inrush currents (motors or heavy-duty equipment), consider alternative characteristics or ratings to avoid nuisance trips. Always comply with national wiring regulations and consult a qualified electrician for installation or system modifications.