Eaton BRPSURGE10 Surge Protection Device - UL 1449, cUL Listed
Part Number: BRPSURGE10
Quick Summary
The Eaton BRPSURGE10 surge protection device provides plug-on protection for Type BR circuit breakers used in industrial panels and control enclosures. This solution helps prevent voltage transients from damaging drives, PLCs, and sensors, reducing nuisance trips and costly downtime. Engineers rely on these devices to meet fast-switching surge defenses while preserving trip characteristics and selectivity. Certified to UL 1449 and cUL standards, with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating and 10 kA nominal discharge current, it delivers robust, reliable protection. The unit supports L-N and L-L protection at 50/60 Hz and fits neatly within standard BR ladder-rack installations, simplifying panel design. This translates to lower maintenance costs and improved equipment uptime for automation projects.
Product Information
Extended Description
BRPSURGE10 Eaton: EATON TYPE BR CIRCUIT BREAKER SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICE, TWO POLE, PLUG-ON NEUTRAL SURGE PROTECTIVE DEVICE, 10 KA
Product Name
Eaton Type BR plug on module surge protection device
Catalog Number
BRPSURGE10
UPC
786689880804
Product Length/Depth
3.6 in
Product Height
2.4 in
Product Width
3.5 in
Product Weight
0.408 lb
Certifications
cUL Certified UL 1449
Type
TYPE BR
Frequency rating
50/60 Hz
Interrupt rating
10 kAIC
Nominal Discharge Current
10 kA
Protection
L-N, L-L
Maximum continuous operating voltage
150 V L-N, 300 V L-L
Surge current
20 kA
Short-circuit rating
10 kA
Feature design simplifies installation. The plug-on module eliminates complex wiring, enabling faster panel assembly and reducing the risk of miswiring during commissioning. Business impact includes lower labor costs and quicker time-to-function, especially in dense Eaton BR breaker layouts found in manufacturing lines and packaging equipment. Application focus centers on control panels where space is at a premium and reliability is non-negotiable. Another key feature is robust L-N and L-L protection with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating and a 20 kA surge current, delivering dependable performance across typical industrial transients. This translates to fewer nuisance trips and protected motors, drives, and sensors in automation cabinets. Compatibility with Type BR breakers ensures straightforward retrofits and minimal downtime during upgrades. Industry insight indicates that plug-on surge protectors streamline maintenance cycles and support compliance with prevailing electrical standards.
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FAQs
BRPSURGE10 is designed as a plug-on module for Eaton Type BR circuit breakers. It attaches directly to the breaker position and provides two-pole protection (L-N and L-L). With a 10 kAIC interrupt rating and 20 kA surge current capacity, it preserves BR breaker trip characteristics while delivering reliable surge containment, making retrofit and new panel builds straightforward for BR-based systems.
Key specs include Type BR, 50/60 Hz operation, 10 kAIC interrupt rating, 10 kA nominal discharge current, and 20 kA surge current. Maximum operating voltage is 150 V L-N and 300 V L-L. It provides protection for L-N and L-L paths and is certified to UL 1449 and cUL standards, ensuring compliance for industrial panels and automation cabinets.
BRPSURGE10 is ideal for control panels, machine enclosures, and automation cabinets where sensitive drives, PLCs, and sensors require transient protection. It integrates with Eaton BR breakers, enabling compact, retrofit-friendly protection in manufacturing lines, packaging machines, and process control systems, helping maintain uptime and protect critical loads from voltage spikes.
BRPSURGE10 is certified to UL 1449 and cUL standards, offering reliable safety compliance for North American electrical installations. These certifications support regulatory adherence for panel builders and system integrators, reducing the risk of non-compliance during audits and installations in industrial facilities.
By reducing voltage transients and nuisance trips, BRPSURGE10 lowers unplanned downtime and extends the life of connected equipment. Its plug-on design accelerates commissioning and simplifies maintenance, allowing technicians to replace or upgrade surge protection with minimal panel disruption, which translates to lower total cost of ownership over the equipment’s lifecycle.