Eaton BSPD200480D3K Surge Protection Device - 200 kAIC
Part Number: BSPD200480D3K
Quick Summary
BSPD200480D3K surge protection device protects critical electrical systems in industrial panels from transient surges. This protection helps prevent unplanned downtime and costly equipment damage caused by lightning and switching transients. The BSPD series is designed with a 200 kAIC interrupt rating and a sturdy NEMA 1 enclosure, providing reliable service in indoor environments. Compliance considerations include SCAQMD guidance (contact manufacturer) and general enclosure protection, supporting safer, longer-lasting control circuits. For engineers and procurement teams, this device offers straightforward integration with existing electrical distributions and robust protection without overcomplicating maintenance. By choosing Eaton Bussmann BSPD, facilities can improve uptime, reduce spare parts spend, and safeguard critical automation investments.
Product Information
Extended Description
BSPD200480D3K Eaton: Eaton Bussmann series BSPD surge protection device, 200 kAIC, Surge protection device, BSPD series, NEMA 1 - BSPD200480D3K
Product Name
Eaton Bussmann series BSPD surge protection device
Catalog Number
BSPD200480D3K
UPC
786685933801
Product Length/Depth
14 in
Product Height
7 in
Product Width
10 in
Product Weight
6 lb
Compliances
SCAQMD compliance Contact Manufacturer
Type
Surge protection device
Enclosure
NEMA 1
Interrupt rating
200 kAIC
Series
BSPD
Feature: 200 kAIC interrupt rating → Business Impact: Enables absorption of large transient surges, reducing the risk of equipment failure and costly downtime; Application: Protects motors, drives, PLCs, and sensitive electronics in industrial panels. Long-tail keywords: 200 kAIC surge protection, high-energy transient protection, industrial panel protection, surge protector for drives. Feature: NEMA 1 enclosure → Business Impact: Provides durable indoor enclosure protection against dust and light moisture, lowering maintenance needs; Application: Ideal for standard electrical rooms and control cabinets. Long-tail keywords: NEMA 1 protection enclosure, durable control cabinet protector. Feature: BSPD series integration → Business Impact: Streamlined compatibility with Eaton Bussmann protection schemes, simplifying procurement and stocking; Application: Retrofit or new installations in machine centers. Long-tail keywords: Eaton Bussmann BSPD compatibility, BSPD surge protector integration. Feature: Compliance considerations → Business Impact: Supports regulatory alignment with SCAQMD guidance (manufacturer contact) and enclosure standards; Application: Compliance-focused facilities and hazardous environment planning. Long-tail keywords: SCAQMD compliance, electrical safety standards. Feature: Measured performance benefits → Business Impact: Improves asset life and reduces maintenance costs through reliable surge protection; Application: Control panels, electrical distribution, and automation cabinets. Long-tail keywords: equipment life extension, downtime reduction, protective device ROI.
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FAQs
Power must be disconnected before installation. Mount the BSPD200480D3K inside the control panel enclosure, connect the protected circuits to the device’s input and output terminals, and verify proper tightening of connections. Confirm the 200 kAIC rating is suitable for the application and ensure the enclosure remains in a clean, dry indoor environment to preserve performance.
The BSPD200480D3K provides a 200 kAIC interrupt rating, enabling it to absorb large transient surges from switching events or external faults. Its NEMA 1 enclosure helps protect the internal components from dust and minor moisture, ensuring reliable protection for critical drives, PLCs, and control electronics in industrial panels.
Yes. The BSPD series is part of Eaton’s Bussmann protection family, designed for easy integration with other Bussmann protection devices. This compatibility simplifies replacement, stocking, and coordinated protection across multiple feeders and control circuits in a single automation installation.
The unit specifies a NEMA 1 enclosure for indoor protection and a 200 kAIC interrupt rating. Compliance note includes SCAQMD guidance as listed by the manufacturer. Always verify local electrical codes and project specs for additional requirements related to installation, grounding, and maintainability.
By preventing surge-induced failures, the BSPD200480D3K reduces unplanned downtime and extends the life of drives and controllers. Although upfront costs exist, the device lowers spare parts spend and maintenance labor, delivering measurable uptime gains and improved production throughput over the asset life.