Eaton 500TPCSR431 LV AutoVAR 600 capacitor bank - UL Listed
Part Number: 500TPCSR431
Quick Summary
The Eaton LV AutoVAR 600 capacitor bank provides reactive power support for three-phase systems. It addresses voltage sags and poor power factor that threaten equipment uptime and energy efficiency in industrial plants. Certified UL Listed and CSA Certified, with UL 508A and IEEE Std. 18 alignment to ensure electrical safety and performance. The unit’s floor-mounted, single-door enclosure and L-frame design simplify installation in space-constrained facilities, while optional IQ 250 metering provides real-time monitoring. This combination supports reliability, reduces utility penalties, and enables scalable reactive power capacity for evolving loads. These attributes translate to measurable ROI through energy cost reductions and improved equipment availability.
Product Information
Extended Description
500TPCSR431 Eaton: Eaton AUTOVAR 600, Switched Capacitor Banks, 600A, 480V, Three-phase, 500 kVAR, Floor-mounted, Single-Door Enclosure Unit, 10 x 50, L Frame, Optional molded-case circuit breaker rated 65 kAIC at 480V and 600V, Opt digital metering-IQ 250
Product Name
Eaton LV AutoVAR 600 capacitor bank
Catalog Number
500TPCSR431
UPC
786685147703
Product Length/Depth
26 in
Product Height
78 in
Product Width
38.5 in
Product Weight
944 lb
Warranty
Eaton Selling Policy 25-000, one (1) year from the date of installation of the Product or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment of the Product, whichever occurs first.
Certifications
UL Listed CSA Certified UL 508A CSA Std. C22.2 No. 190 UL 810 IEEE Std. 18
Type
AUTOVAR 600
Amperage Rating
600A
Mounting
Floor
Options
Optional molded-case circuit breaker rated 65 kAIC at 480V and 600V, Optional digital metering-IQ 250
Phase
Three-phase
Product Category
Switched Capacitor Banks
Voltage rating
480 V
Enclosure
Single-door enclosure unit
Frame size
L
Rating
500 kVAR
Step X kVAR
10 x 50 kVAR
Feature: 600 A amperage rating with a 480 V three-phase supply. Business impact: strong reactive power support improves voltage regulation and reduces voltage drop under peak load, delivering steadier motor performance and lower energy costs. Application: suitable for manufacturing lines, pumps, and heavy-duty drives where consistent voltages boost uptime. Feature: 500 kVAR rating with 10 x 50 kVAR steps. Business impact: modular capability enables precise matching to load changes, preventing over- or under-compensation and optimizing energy use. Application: widely used in facilities with variable motor loads and intermittent processes, enabling scalable reactive power management. Feature: Floor-mounted, single-door enclosure with L-frame. Business impact: simplifies integration into plant floors, reduces installation time, and eases serviceability with front access. Application: ideal for retrofit projects and new builds in constrained spaces where quick access matters. Feature: Optional molded-case circuit breaker rated 65 kAIC at 480/600 V. Business impact: enhances fault isolation and protects the capacitor bank during surge events, improving system resilience. Application: critical in environments with frequent switching or high fault current conditions. Feature: Optional IQ 250 digital metering. Business impact: provides accurate energy and power metrics for ongoing monitoring, energy accounting, and performance reporting. Application: supports facility energy management, audits, and compliance with energy-saving initiatives. Feature: Certifications UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 508A, UL 810, IEEE Std. 18. Business impact: aligns with regulatory and industry standards, streamlining procurement and reducing audit risk. Application: essential for industrial automation projects requiring standard-based compliance.
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FAQs
The 500TPCSR431 is a floor-mounted unit with a single-door enclosure and L-frame, designed for easy front-service access. Ensure at least 26 inches of depth clearance and 38.5 inches width in the footprint. Installation supports 480 V three-phase systems with a 600 A rating, and you can add a 65 kAIC MCCB if fault current is a concern.
This capacitor bank delivers 500 kVAR of reactive power at 480 V three-phase, with 10 x 50 kVAR stepping. By providing targeted VAR support, it improves power factor, reduces line losses, and helps avoid utility penalties. Ideal applications include motor drives, pumps, and HVAC systems where load is variable and voltage stability is essential.
Certifications for this product include UL Listed and CSA Certified, with UL 508A and IEEE Std. 18 alignment, plus UL 810 and CSA Std C22.2 No. 190. These standards address electrical safety, control panel compatibility, and performance criteria, helping you meet regulatory requirements during audits and in customer specifications across diverse industries.
The optional IQ 250 digital metering provides granular energy data, real-time power factor, and event logging. This enables precise energy management, consumption benchmarking, and documentation for audits. It integrates with plant SCADA and reporting tools, supporting ROI calculations and optimization of capacitor bank operation over time for ongoing continuous improvement and energy cost reduction.
Warranty coverage follows Eaton policy 25-000: one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever occurs first. For ROI, consider energy savings from improved PF, reduced penalties, and lower maintenance costs due to modular design and accessible front service. We also offer retrofit options and technical support to maximize return on investment; deployment planning assistance is available.