Eaton Crouse-Hinds EDS21102 W27 GB motor starter control station - Class I, Division 1
Part Number: EDS21102 W27 GB
Quick Summary
EDS21102 W27 GB is a manual motor starter control station designed for hazardous-location motor control in industrial environments. It addresses the common challenge of finding compact, code-compliant starters that fit tight panels while withstanding harsh conditions. This unit supports NEC/CEC compliance and is rated for Hazardous/Classified Locations, including Class I Division 1 and Division 2 (Group B) configurations, with additional protection for Class II and III where applicable. The compact, single-gang enclosure with a 3/4 inch hub streamlines installation, wiring, and service, delivering safer operations, faster commissioning, and reduced maintenance costs for facilities handling demanding processes.
Product Information
Extended Description
EDS21102 W27 GB Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series EDS manual motor starter control station, Two-pole, With switch, 1 HP, With one 3/4" hub, Feraloy iron alloy, Single-gang, With 5.26 Cutler Hammer heater; Class I, Division 1, Group B, Dead end, 3/4"
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series EDS manual motor starter control station
Catalog Number
EDS21102 W27 GB
Product Length/Depth
3.5 in
Product Height
5.91 in
Product Width
5.06 in
Product Weight
7.38 lb
UPC
662276700086
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 2 Class III Class I, Division 1 Class II, Division 2 Class II, Division 1
NEMA Rating
9 3 7
Enclosure type
With switch
Number of gangs
Single-gang
Configuration
Two-pole
Style
Dead end
Trade size
3/4"
Horsepower
1 hp
Hub style
With one 3/4" hub
Material
Feraloy iron alloy
Special features
With 5.26 Cutler Hammer heater; Class I, Division 1, Group B
EDS Series Explosionproof Motor Starter Control Stations catalog page
EDS Explosionproof Motor Starter Control Stations UL certification
EDS Explosionproof Motor Starter Control Stations UL certification
IF 372 - EDS Notice
IF 372 - EDS Notice
IF 372 - EDS Notice
Eaton Specification Sheet - EDS21102 W27 GB
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The two-pole configuration with a built-in switch provides direct, reliable motor control for small conveyors, pumps, and fans, reducing wiring complexity and minimizing control cabinet footprint. This translates to faster installation, easier diagnostics, and improved uptime in critical systems. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A single-gang, dead-end enclosure with a 3/4" hub enables space-efficient panel layouts and straightforward conduit routing, supporting quicker upgrades and simpler field wiring in retrofit projects across chemical plants and mining operations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Feraloy iron alloy construction delivers rugged durability in harsh environments, improving resistance to impact, vibration, and corrosion, which lowers maintenance and replacement costs over the equipment’s life. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The integrated 5.26 Cutler Hammer heater enhances reliability in cold climates by preventing condensation and freezing, extending operation windows for outdoor or unheated applications such as water treatment, oil and gas facilities, and remote pump stations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEC/CEC compliance and broad hazardous-location ratings (Class I Division 1 & 2; Class II/III) ensure regulatory alignment and pass-through approvals for US/Canada projects, reducing compliance risk during audits and new installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The combination of robust protection, built-in heater, and standardized sizing supports compatibility with Cutler Hammer accessories and existing Eaton components, delivering a smoother procurement, faster stocking, and lower total cost of ownership in industrial automation projects.
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FAQs
The EDS21102 W27 GB uses a single-gang, dead-end enclosure with one 3/4" hub, designed for straightforward panel mounting and field wiring. It accepts standard control station accessories and is compatible with NEC/CEC requirements for Class I, Division 1 and 2 installations, making it suitable for retrofit projects and new builds in hazardous environments.
This unit is a two-pole manual motor starter rated at 1 hp, configured for compact control within a single-gang enclosure. It features a switch-enabled enclosure and a 3/4" hub for conduit entry, enabling efficient wiring and reliable on/off control of small motors in hazardous locations without extra enclosure size.
Yes. The EDS21102 W27 GB is designed for Hazardous/Classified Locations with NEC/CEC compliance and ratings that include Class I Division 1 (and 2) configurations, Group B ratings, and compatible NEMA protection. It is well-suited for chemical processing, oil & gas, mining, and other high-risk industrial applications requiring explosion-protected motor control.
This control station carries NEC/CEC standards, area-classified hazardous-location ratings (Class I Division 1 and 2, Group B), and UL certifications for US/Canada. It is supported by Eaton’s installation guidance and is referenced in the EDS catalog and UL certification pages, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements for hazardous environments.
The integrated 5.26 Cutler Hammer heater provides frost and condensation protection, reducing outages due to moisture-related switch failures in cold or damp environments. This feature lowers maintenance interventions, extends mean time between failures, and improves overall uptime in outdoor or unheated installations, delivering a favorable return on investment over the equipment lifecycle.