Eaton CB2033B120480GA5 Pringle Bolted Pressure Contact Switch - UL Listed
Part Number: CB2033B120480GA5
Quick Summary
Eaton CB2033B120480GA5 bolted pressure contact switch delivers high-current, safe control for three-pole electrical protection applications. Engineers frequently wrestle with unreliable tripping behavior, wiring complexity, and limited fault-detection in large switchgear assemblies. UL Listed certification and compatibility with NEMA 1, 3R, 4, and 12 enclosures ensure rugged performance in demanding environments. Optional ground fault protection, auxiliary contact provisions, and Kirk provisions simplify integration with protection schemes while reducing installation risk. Selecting this device supports lifecycle efficiencies, improved uptime, and simpler maintenance in power distribution systems.
Product Information
Extended Description
CB2033B120480GA5 Eaton: Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch,BFD with three on lights (does not trip),2000A,1NO-1NC,120V,Bottom feed,Ground fault,480V,Three-pole,Three-wire,Fusible
Product Name
Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch
Catalog Number
CB2033B120480GA5
UPC
782116957859
Product Length/Depth
16 in
Product Height
32 in
Product Width
24 in
Product Weight
190 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.
Contact configuration
1 NO-1 NC
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
2000A
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
BFD with three normally on lights (does not trip)
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Eaton Specification Sheet - CB2033B120480GA5
Feature: 2000A amperage rating with 480V system voltage and 120V control. Benefit: Enables safe, single-switch handling of high fault-current scenarios, reducing the need for multiple devices and lowering total installed cost. Application: Main feeders and switchgear in industrial facilities. Feature: 3-pole configuration with 1 NO-1 NC contacts. Benefit: Enhanced three-phase protection with reliable signaling for each phase, improving protection coordination. Application: Motor control centers and process plants requiring precise contact logic. Feature: Bottom feed and fusible protection. Benefit: Simplified wiring and integrated overcurrent protection, accelerating panel wiring and maintenance. Application: Industrial control panels with standard bottom-fed enclosures. Feature: Ground fault relay option and auxiliary contact provisions. Benefit: Flexible safety and monitoring integration, enabling rapid fault diagnosis and enhanced control schemes. Application: Safety circuits and auxiliary interlocks in power distribution. Feature: UL Listed with NEMA ratings (1, 3R, 4, 12). Benefit: Verified compliance and versatile enclosure compatibility for harsh environments, reducing risk of non-conformance. Application: Harsh-location facilities such as outdoors and washdown environments. Feature: Bottom-feed fuse configuration and Kirk provisions availability. Benefit: Streamlined installation in retrofit projects and expandability in evolving protection schemes. Application: Retrofit of legacy panels and modular switchgear upgrades.
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FAQs
Yes. This model is designed as a three-pole switch rated for 480V systems with bottom feed. It features 1 NO-1 NC contacts and fusible protection, making it compatible with common 480V three-phase switchgear configurations.
The device uses a 1 NO-1 NC contact configuration and is rated for up to 2000A. It supports 480V system voltage with a 120V control circuit, suitable for heavy-duty protection in demanding applications.
Yes. With its three-pole design, high current rating, and NEMA compatibility, the CB2033B120480GA5 is well-suited for MCC protection and main feeder applications in industrial environments.
The switch is UL Listed and designed to meet specified NEMA ratings for enclosure protection (NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12), supporting compliance across diverse installations and industries.
The product carries Eaton’s warranty policy, typically one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever occurs first. Routine inspection of connections and contact surfaces, plus verification of fuse integrity, supports reliability and lifecycle savings.