Eaton BG3033B Open Fuse Block - 100 kAIC Class G
Part Number: BG3033B
Quick Summary
The Eaton BG3033B open fuse block provides reliable circuit protection for electrical distribution panels in industrial settings. Engineers often grapple with high fault currents, cramped wiring, and time-consuming certification paperwork; this block simplifies safe fuse blocking with box-lug terminations and SC fuse compatibility. UL Recognized and CSA Certified, together with RoHS compliance, provide regulatory confidence across North American installations and green manufacturing goals. With a 25–30 A rating, 480 V operation, and Class G designation, it integrates into existing panel architectures and supports copper conductors #14–6 AWG while maintaining SC fuse compatibility.
Product Information
Extended Description
BG3033B Eaton: Eaton Bussmann series BG open fuse block, 25-30 A, Class G, 100 kA, Box lug, 100 kAIC, Thermoplastic, 480 V, For use with SC fuse, #14-6 AWG Cu
Product Name
Eaton Bussmann series BG open fuse block
Catalog Number
BG3033B
UPC
051712736619
Product Length/Depth
3 in
Product Height
1 in
Product Width
3 in
Product Weight
0.215 lb
Compliances
Contact factory RoHS Compliant
Certifications
Contact Manufacturer UL Recognized CSA Certified
Amperage Rating
25-30A
Interrupt rating
100 kAIC
Short-circuit rating
100 kA
Voltage rating
480 V
Material
Thermoplastic
Wire size
#14-6 AWG Cu
Class
Class G
Connection
Box lug
Used with
For use with SC fuse
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The BG3033B offers a 25–30 A current rating and 480 V capacity, delivering reliable protection for distributed feeds in industrial panels, reducing nuisance trips and extending equipment life in high-demand environments. This translates to improved uptime and lower maintenance costs in motor control centers and machine panels where steady operation matters. Feature → Business Impact → Application: An interrupt rating of 100 kAIC and short-circuit rating of 100 kA provides robust fault tolerance, minimizing damage during severe faults and enabling safer, quicker reload after protection trips in panel boards used for heavy manufacturing lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Box lug connections with support for #14-6 AWG Cu wire simplify installation and ensure solid, vibration-resistant terminations, reducing field wiring errors and rework in control cabinets and service panels. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Thermoplastic enclosure with Class G protection and SC fuse compatibility reduces enclosure corrosion concerns and expands compatibility across Eaton Bussmann BG series implementations in machine builders and systems integrators. Feature → Business Impact → Application: UL Recognized and CSA Certified status, plus RoHS compliance, provide regulatory confidence and easier audits, helping procurement streamline supplier qualification and component lifecycle planning for industrial facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compact 3 in by 3 in by 1 in footprint with a light 0.215 lb weight enables more flexible panel layouts, improving dense installations in control panels and electrical distribution boards across manufacturing and processing environments.
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FAQs
The BG3033B is an open fuse block designed to protect circuits in distribution panels. It supports SC fuses, uses box lug terminations for secure copper connections (#14-6 AWG Cu), and provides a 25–30 A rating at 480 V with a 100 kAIC interrupt rating, making it suitable for motor control centers and service panels that require robust fault protection.
Yes, the BG3033B is specified for use with SC fuses and accepts copper conductors #14–6 AWG. The box lug termination ensures a solid, vibration-resistant connection suitable for industrial environments and frequent maintenance cycles.
The BG3033B carries UL Recognized and CSA Certified marks, confirming safety and performance for North American installations. It is RoHS compliant, aligning with sustainability goals and reducing hazardous material concerns in modern facilities.
Plan for a compact 3 in by 3 in by 1 in footprint with a weight of about 0.215 lb. Use Cu wire size #14–6 AWG, mount in thermoplastic Class G enclosure, and connect via box lug terminals. Ensure 480 V system compatibility and verify SC fuse compatibility for straightforward replacement and maintenance.
You can expect protection rated at 25–30 A with a 480 V supply, and high fault tolerance with a 100 kAIC interrupt rating and 100 kA short-circuit rating. This combination minimizes damage during faults, supports safer maintenance, and helps meet compliance and uptime targets in industrial panel boards.