The Honda 38241-Z22-E31 Circuit Protector (30A) is a genuine OEM component designed for Honda EB, EG, and EM series generators, including the EB10000, EB3800, EB5000, EB6500, EG4000, EG5000, EG6500, EM3800, EM5000, and EM6500. As a direct Honda OEM part, it meets the same specifications as the original unit installed at the factory. Verify your generator's model and serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes components at specific serial breaks across this broad model range.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM Protection — sourced directly from Honda, this circuit protector delivers the same trip rating and reset characteristics as the original, keeping your generator's output circuits protected under load.
- 30A Trip Rating — rated at 30 amperes to match the protected outlet circuits on compatible Honda generators; pairing the correct amperage rating to your unit is essential for proper overload response.
- Broad Generator Compatibility — fits ten Honda generator models across the EB, EG, and EM lines, including the EB10000, EB5000, EG6500, and EM6500; confirm your model and serial number before ordering.
- Direct OEM Replacement — drops in as a like-for-like swap for the original part number 38241-Z22-E31, with no adaptation needed to restore proper circuit protection.
A circuit protector is a resettable overcurrent device that guards the generator's AC output receptacles against excessive current draw. When a connected load exceeds the rated amperage, the protector trips and interrupts the circuit, preventing damage to both the generator's wiring and the equipment being powered. Unlike a one-time fuse, it can be manually reset once the overload condition is cleared. A failed or faulty circuit protector that no longer trips correctly can allow sustained overcurrent to flow, risking damage to the generator's output circuitry, while one that nuisance-trips can interrupt power unnecessarily under normal loads.
Part Details
| Part Number | 38241-Z22-E31 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Circuit Protector (30A) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | EB3800, EB5000, EB6500, EB10000, EG4000, EG5000, EG6500, EM3800, EM5000, EM6500 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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