Eaton CB1633B120208A9CT Pringle bolted pressure contact switch - UL Listed
Part Number: CB1633B120208A9CT
Quick Summary
Eaton CB1633B120208A9CT bolted pressure contact switch provides reliable, trip-enabled protection for industrial panels. Electricians and engineers often face mis-trips and slow fault isolation in compact or dusty enclosures. UL Listed with compatible NEMA 1, 3R, 4 and 12 ratings ensures regulatory compliance; optional Ground Fault Relay and auxiliary provisions expand protection. This design supports efficient procurement through Eaton’s switching devices ecosystem, while delivering cost savings via reduced wiring and simpler maintenance workflows. Selected for 208V systems and 120V control circuits, this unit aligns with typical industrial grids and footprint constraints. Its bottom-feed configuration simplifies enclosure layouts, while fusible protection supports efficient coordination with upstream breakers.
Product Information
Extended Description
CB1633B120208A9CT Eaton: Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch,BFD with three on lights (trips switch),,1600A,120V,Bottom feed,No ground fault,208V,Three-pole,Three-wire,Fusible
Product Name
Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch
Catalog Number
CB1633B120208A9CT
UPC
782116958931
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
No ground fault
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
1600A
Control voltage
120 V
NEMA rating
NEMA 1, NEMA 3R, NEMA 4, NEMA 12
Protection
Fusible
System voltage
208 V
Voltage - max
208 V
Voltage rating
208 V
Special features
BFD with three normally on lights (trips switch), with control power transformer
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Eaton Specification Sheet - CB1633B120208A9CT
Feature: 1600A amperage rating with system voltage up to 208V. Benefit: Handles high fault currents and large motor loads without requiring multiple devices, reducing panel complexity and ongoing maintenance costs. Application: Large motor feeders and main protection in industrial switchgear assemblies. Feature: Three-pole, bottom feed, fusible protection with bottom feed configuration. Benefit: Streamlines wiring, supports compact enclosures, and enables safer, cleaner installation. Application: Control panels where space is constrained and reliability is critical. Feature: Ground fault relay option, blown fuse detection, and single-phase protection. Benefit: Elevates safety and fault diagnostics, minimizing unplanned downtime and improving regulatory compliance. Application: Critical process lines and machine tenders with strict uptime requirements. Feature: BFD with three normally-on lights (trips switch) and control power transformer. Benefit: Clear, immediate status indication during startup and fault events, accelerating commissioning and maintenance. Application: Panel commissioning, diagnostics, and routine safety checks. Feature: NEMA compatibility and UL Listed certification. Benefit: Proven regulatory compliance and broad enclosure compatibility across facilities. Application: Industrial environments requiring rugged protection and standardization across sites.
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FAQs
Yes. The CB1633B120208A9CT is designed for use with Eaton switching devices and compatible third-party panels that accept bolted pressure contact switches. Its bottom-feed, three-pole configuration simplifies integration into standard control enclosures, minimizes rewiring, and supports straightforward field upgrades without major enclosure modifications.
The unit is rated for 1600A with a system voltage of 208V and a control voltage of 120V. It features fusible protection and a three-wire, three-pole configuration, making it suitable for high-current motor loads and critical protection schemes in industrial environments.
Ideal for manufacturing, processing, and packaging facilities that rely on reliable panel protection and rapid fault isolation. It supports heavy-duty main protection in switchgear, motor control centers, and large control panels, particularly where space is constrained and regulatory compliance (UL Listed, NEMA ratings) is essential.
The CB1633B120208A9CT carries UL Listed certification and supports NEMA ratings including 1, 3R, 4, and 12. This combination ensures compliance for standard industrial enclosures and a broad range of operating environments, from indoor panels to weather-protected installations.
Expect improved uptime through reliable trip performance, quicker fault diagnosis via the status indicators, and simplified maintenance workflows due to the compact bottom-feed design. Optional features like ground fault relay and auxiliary provisions help limit unexpected outages, while UL/NEMA compliance reduces risk during audits and installation, contributing to lower lifecycle costs.