Eaton BSPD300480Y3K Surge Protection Device - 300 kAIC
Part Number: BSPD300480Y3K
Quick Summary
The Eaton BSPD300480Y3K surge protection device safeguards electrical panels from transient surges in industrial environments. Engineers often confront protection gaps and installation hurdles that threaten uptime and inflate maintenance costs. SCAQMD compliance is noted with manufacturer confirmation, and the unit arrives in a rugged NEMA 1 enclosure suitable for indoor panels. While the BSPD is a robust surge protection device, verify additional certifications such as CE or IP ratings with Eaton to match your site requirements. For wide-scale panel protection, the BSPD series delivers reliable performance with straightforward installation and scalable protection strategies for manufacturing environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
BSPD300480Y3K Eaton: Eaton Bussmann series BSPD surge protection device, 300 kAIC, Surge protection device, BSPD series, NEMA 1 - BSPD300480Y3K
Product Name
Eaton Bussmann series BSPD surge protection device
Catalog Number
BSPD300480Y3K
UPC
786685934228
Product Length/Depth
14 in
Product Height
10 in
Product Width
10 in
Product Weight
12 lb
Compliances
SCAQMD compliance Contact Manufacturer
Type
Surge protection device
Enclosure
NEMA 1
Mounting Method
External side
Interrupt rating
300 kAIC
Series
BSPD
Feature: 300 kAIC interrupt rating. Business Impact: High-energy surge events are intercepted before they reach sensitive equipment, reducing outages and extending the life of drives and controls. Application: Main bus and critical load protection in manufacturing lines. Feature: NEMA 1 enclosure. Business Impact: Durable indoor protection that resists dust ingress and contributes to long service intervals, lowering maintenance costs. Application: Control panels and switchgear in plant environments. Feature: External side mounting. Business Impact: Faster retrofit and simpler field wiring, minimizing downtime during upgrades or expansions. Application: Existing panel updates and new installations with limited space. Feature: Compact footprint—14 in L × 10 in W × 10 in H; 12 lb weight. Business Impact: Easy integration into crowded enclosures without redesigning cabinet layouts, accelerating project timelines. Application: Retrofit projects and new builds where panel real estate is a consideration. Feature: BSPD series compatibility. Business Impact: Streamlined procurement and maintenance with a standardized protection family, enabling tiered protection across multiple panels. Application: Multi-panel protection strategies across a facility. Feature: Compliance note for SCAQMD. Business Impact: Enables regulatory alignment and faster permitting processes by documenting site-specific compliance with local environmental standards. Application: Industrial facilities in regions requiring air-quality compliance; coordination with the manufacturer ensures coverage of additional certifications as needed.
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FAQs
The BSPD300480Y3K provides a 300 kAIC interrupt rating, offering high-energy surge protection for critical loads. This model is part of the BSPD series and is designed to clamp transient voltages to shield downstream equipment, making it well-suited for main buses and panel protection in demanding industrial environments.
BSPD300480Y3K uses a NEMA 1 indoor enclosure and employs external side mounting for installation. Its footprint measures 14 inches in length, 10 inches in width, and 10 inches in height, with a weight of approximately 12 pounds. This configuration supports straightforward retrofits and compact panel integration.
The Eaton specification sheet for BSPD300480Y3K is available on the product page and Eaton’s website. The datasheet includes full electrical data, wiring diagrams, installation guidelines, and compliance notes to support safe, code-compliant installation and to answer procurement questions.
The datasheet notes SCAQMD compliance with manufacturer confirmation for BSPD300480Y3K. Additional standards such as CE, IP ratings, or SIL should be confirmed directly with Eaton. This approach ensures alignment with site requirements and regulatory expectations while leveraging the unit’s robust protection performance.
Using BSPD300480Y3K in industrial panels reduces the risk of surge-related equipment damage, extends the life of drives and controls, and improves uptime. The external side mounting and rugged NEMA 1 enclosure simplify installation, while BSPD series compatibility enables scalable protection across multiple panels and lineups, delivering clear total cost of ownership benefits.