Eaton BSPD300600Y2K Surge Protection Device - 300 kAIC
Part Number: BSPD300600Y2K
Quick Summary
BSPD300600Y2K is a surge protection device designed to shield industrial electrical systems from transient overvoltage in control panels and switchgear. In fast-moving plants, unexpected surges can cause costly downtime, equipment damage, and unplanned maintenance. This BSPD model uses a 300 kAIC interrupt rating and a rugged NEMA 1 enclosure, with external side mounting for straightforward installation in crowded electrical rooms. SCAQMD compliance is available by contacting the manufacturer, helping facilities in California and similar markets meet local rules. For engineers, this solution reduces maintenance costs while extending asset life, delivering reliable power protection for panel boards, motor control centers, and critical distribution paths. It also supports scalable protection as facilities grow.
Product Information
Extended Description
BSPD300600Y2K Eaton: Eaton Bussmann series BSPD surge protection device, 300 kAIC, Surge protection device, BSPD series, NEMA 1 - BSPD300600Y2K
Product Name
Eaton Bussmann series BSPD surge protection device
Catalog Number
BSPD300600Y2K
UPC
786685934327
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
High interrupt rating and robust surge immunity protect critical equipment, reducing downtime and extending asset life in demanding industrial environments. By handling high-energy transients, the BSPD300600Y2K minimizes nuisance tripping and ensures stable power delivery to programmable logic controllers, drives, and control panels. This translates to lower maintenance costs and improved uptime for manufacturing lines and distribution centers. The NEMA 1 enclosure paired with external side mounting simplifies installation in standard electrical rooms, enabling quick router-to-panel integration and reducing field labor time. Compatibility with Eaton's BSPD family provides a familiar form factor and a streamlined spares strategy, boosting reliability and long-term lifecycle planning. SCAQMD compliance options—available through the manufacturer—offer regulatory alignment for facilities with air quality constraints. The model’s compact footprint supports scalable protection as facilities expand, without compromising cabinet space or service access.
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FAQs
The BSPD300600Y2K is designed for use in industrial control panels, motor control centers, and power distribution paths. It features a NEMA 1 enclosure and external side mounting for straightforward integration with standard electrical rooms. When planning, verify panel space and mounting clearances to ensure seamless retrofit or new installations, and confirm compatibility with Eaton’s BSPD family for a consistent protection strategy.
Key specifications include an interrupt rating of 300 kAIC, a NEMA 1 enclosure, and external side mounting. The product name and catalog number are BSPD300600Y2K, with a UPC of 786685934327. The device is rated to protect against transient overvoltage events and is suitable for installation in standard industrial control environments where space permits external mounting.
Typical applications include control panels, motor control centers, and distribution panels in manufacturing facilities, process plants, and heavy industry environments. The 300 kAIC rating provides protection for high-energy surges common in factory electrical feeds, while the external side mounting supports quick upgrades to existing protection schemes in crowded electrical rooms.
SCAQMD compliance is available through the manufacturer if required, enabling facilities in regions with stringent air quality regulations to align with local rules. The device’s NEMA 1 enclosure offers basic enclosure protection suitable for indoor, non-hazardous locations, providing a practical compliance pathway for typical industrial installations.
The BSPD300600Y2K helps reduce unplanned downtime by limiting voltage spike damage to critical assets, extending the life of protection components and downstream equipment. With easier installation and compatibility within the BSPD family, maintenance scheduling becomes more predictable, and lifecycle costs are lowered due to fewer surge-related failures in panels, drives, and distribution paths.