Eaton CB1233B120480GPC - Pringle bolted switch, UL Listed
Part Number: CB1233B120480GPC
Quick Summary
Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch provides reliable electrical trip control for medium to large industrial panels. For engineers and maintenance teams, coordinating protection schemes across modular lines without undue downtime remains a frequent pain point, especially when integrating legacy equipment. UL Listed certification and broad NEMA compatibility (NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12) support safe operation in a range of indoor and outdoor installations. This model delivers 1200 A at 480 V with a 120 V control circuit and a capacitor trip device for fast, reliable operation. Optional ground fault relay, blown fuse detection, and auxiliary contact provisions simplify configuration, wiring, and future expansion, delivering lower total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
CB1233B120480GPC Eaton: Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch,Single-phase relay with capacitor trip device (Taylor),1200A,120V,Bottom feed,Ground fault,480V,Three-pole,Three-wire,Fusible
Product Name
Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch
Catalog Number
CB1233B120480GPC
UPC
782116956319
Product Length/Depth
16 in
Product Height
32 in
Product Width
24 in
Product Weight
200 lb
Warranty
Eaton Selling Policy 25-000, one (1) year from the date of installation of the Product or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment of the Product, whichever occurs first.
Certifications
UL Listed
Catalog Notes
OPTIONAL Ground Fault Relay, Blown Fuse Detection, Single Phase Protection, Kirk Provisions, Auxiliary Contact Provisions, AVAILABLE.
Feed type
Bottom
Fuse configuration
Bottom feed
Ground
Ground fault with control power transformer
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Number of wires
3
Switch type
Electrical trip with charge-before-close mechanism
Type
Pringle bolted pressure contact switch
Amperage Rating
1200A
Control voltage
120 V
NEMA rating
NEMA 1, NEMA 3R, NEMA 4, NEMA 12
Protection
Fusible
System voltage
480 V
Voltage - max
480 V
Voltage rating
480 V
Special features
Single-phase voltage relay with capacitor trip device (Taylor)
ARMS Enclosed Circuit Breaker
ARMS Enclosed Circuit Breaker
ARMS Enclosed Circuit Breaker
ARMS Enclosed Circuit Breaker
Eaton Specification Sheet - CB1233B120480GPC
Feature 1200 A amperage rating with three-pole bottom-feed configuration and fusible protection. Business Impact This enables it to handle large motor loads and high-current feeders with robust fault protection, reducing nuisance trips and unplanned downtime. Application Suitable for motor control centers and process line feeders in heavy industrial environments. Feature Integral capacitor trip device (Taylor) coupled with charge-before-close logic. Business Impact This provides faster, controlled excitation release and safer shutdown sequences, enhancing personnel safety and system reliability. Application Ideal for applications where precise trip timing minimizes arc flash risk during protection events. Feature Ground fault capability with a transformer-protected control circuit; Optional Ground Fault Relay and Auxiliary Contact Provisions. Business Impact Improves detection of insulation faults and enables expanded control and monitoring with minimal wiring changes. Application Useful in confined spaces and dusty environments where ground fault protection is critical for uptime. Feature NEMA 1, NEMA 3R, NEMA 4, NEMA 12 enclosure compatibility and UL Listing. Business Impact Facilitates compliant installation across indoor and outdoor locations, reducing enclosure-related design constraints and accelerating commissioning. Application Common in industrial plants requiring rugged protection and regulatory alignment. Feature Catalog Notes include Optional Ground Fault Relay, Blown Fuse Detection, Single Phase Protection, Kirk Provisions, Auxiliary Contact Provisions. Business Impact Provides flexible protection schemes and future-proofing with modular options, lowering retrofit costs. Application Helpful for plants planning incremental protection enhancements over time.
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FAQs
Yes. The CB1233B120480GPC is designed for bottom-feed, three-pole installations and fusible protection. Its footprint and terminal arrangement align with standard industrial panels, simplifying mounting and wiring while maintaining access to auxiliary contacts and optional features. This compatibility reduces rework during retrofits and accelerates commissioning in existing switchgear fleets.
Key specs include a 1200A amperage rating, 480V system voltage, and a 120V control circuit. It also supports three-pole operation and fusible protection, with a capacitor trip device option. These attributes align with heavy-duty protection schemes for motors and feeders, enabling coordinated fast-trip protection and safer startup sequences while meeting common industrial standards.
Absolutely. With NEMA ratings 1, 3R, 4, and 12 and UL Listing, the CB1233B120480GPC is well-suited for both indoor and outdoor or challenging environments. Its fusible protection and bottom-feed configuration simplify integration in motor control centers and process lines, providing reliable protection against overloads and faults while maintaining enclosure integrity.
The product is UL Listed, and its NEMA compatibility covers a range of enclosure types, supporting compliance with many industrial safety and performance requirements. These certifications help validate safe operation, ease of inspection, and alignment with plant-wide protection standards, reducing risk during audits and simplifying procurement for regulated facilities.
Maintenance is streamlined by modular options such as Ground Fault Relay and Auxiliary Contacts, enabling targeted upgrades as protection needs evolve. The 1200A rating and reliable capacitor trip device contribute to reduced unplanned downtime and longer asset lifecycles, delivering a favorable total cost of ownership through lower maintenance labor and improved system reliability.