Eaton CB1633T120208ARCT6 Pringle bolted pressure contact switch - UL Listed

Part Number: CB1633T120208ARCT6
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
CB1633T120208ARCT6

Quick Summary

Eaton CB1633T120208ARCT6 is a pringle bolted pressure contact switch for industrial control panels. When your control system requires dependable protection without frequent trips, downtime and nuisance faults sap productivity and escalate maintenance costs. UL Listed certification and strong NEMA ratings—1, 3R, 4, and 12—support safe operation in varied environments from factory floors to outdoor enclosures. Designed for high-current applications, it integrates with top-feed wiring, 1600 A capacity, and 208 V systems, while offering a 120 V control voltage option; this combination improves installation speed and regulatory compliance for panel builders and end users. In practice, it reduces field wiring complexity and supports scalable control architectures for growing facilities.

Product Information

Extended Description

CB1633T120208ARCT6 Eaton: Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch,BFD with three off lights (trips switch),, handle suitable for 6'6" requirements,1600A,120V,Top feed,No ground fault,208V,Three-pole,Three-wire,Fusible
Product Name
Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch
Catalog Number
CB1633T120208ARCT6
UPC
782116958269
Product Length/Depth
16 in
Product Height
28 in
Product Width
24 in
Product Weight
180 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
Top
Fuse configuration
Top 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 off lights (trips switch), with control power transformer, handle suitable for 6'6" requirements
Feature: High-current capacity of 1600A at 208V with three-pole, three-wire configuration. Business Impact: Enables large feeders and switchgear protection in a single assembly, reducing panel complexity and spare parts inventory. Application: Suitable for industrial distribution and process lines where high fault current must be safely contained. Feature: Fusible protection with top feed and no ground fault. Business Impact: Improves fault isolation and safety, minimizing risk of ground faults compromising equipment or personnel. Application: Electrical rooms and outdoor enclosures in harsh environments requiring reliable protection. Feature: Control voltage of 120V with a top feed design and BFD (three normally off lights) for clear trip indication. Business Impact: Simplifies control circuit integration and enhances visibility for maintenance crews. Application: Control panels and motor control centers needing straightforward status signaling. Feature: NEMA ratings of 1, 3R, 4, 12 and UL Listed certification. Business Impact: Ensures regulatory compliance and enclosure compatibility across varied environments, reducing commissioning time. Application: Industrial facilities, manufacturing lines, and data-center-adjacent equipment rooms. Feature: Optional Ground Fault Relay, auxiliary contact provisions, and Kirk provisions. Business Impact: Increases configurability and future-proofing, lowering lifecycle retrofit costs. Application: Panels requiring fault detection, remote signaling, and expandable control logic. Feature: Physical footprint and robust construction (16 in L × 28 in H × 24 in W; 180 lb). Business Impact: Predictable installation planning and durable service in demanding applications. Application: Mounting in dedicated switchgear spaces and factory floors where space planning is critical.

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FAQs

This unit is ideal for high-current distribution panels, motor control centers, and process line feeders in industrial facilities. Its top-feed design, three-pole configuration, and fusible protection simplify wiring, improve fault containment, and streamline panel layouts while meeting UL Listed and NEMA 1/3R/4/12 requirements.
The 1600A rating supports large feeder circuits, reducing the need for multiple smaller switches. The 208V system voltage aligns with common industrial feeders, enabling compact, safer wiring schemes and better coordination with upstream protective devices, ultimately lowering installation time and inventory complexity.
Yes, it is UL Listed and offers NEMA 1, 3R, 4, and 12 enclosure compatibility. This combination supports both indoor and outdoor/harsh environments, from factory floors to weather-protected outdoor installations, ensuring safe operation and regulatory compliance.
Options include Ground Fault Relay, auxiliary contact provisions, and Kirk provisions, which provide fault detection, remote signaling, and extended control functionality. These features simplify preventive maintenance, enable better outage analysis, and support scalable control architectures.
The unit reduces downtime through reliable tripping and fault isolation, lowers wiring complexity with top-feed configuration, and minimizes spare parts due to a single high-current switch for large feeders. When combined with optional accessories, it improves compliance, speeds commissioning, and lowers lifecycle maintenance costs.