Eaton CB3033B120480GPC Bolted Pressure Contact Switch - UL Listed
Part Number: CB3033B120480GPC
Quick Summary
Eaton CB3033B120480GPC bolted pressure contact switch provides reliable protection for large industrial power feeders. Engineers often struggle with coordinating single-phase protection, ground fault events, and fuse failures in high-current lines. UL Listed certification supports compliance, while the device’s NEMA 1/3R/4/12 ratings help ensure performance in indoor enclosures and harsh environments. Optional Ground Fault Relay and auxiliary provisions streamline maintenance and improve uptime. With a 480 V system rating and fast capacitor-trip capability, it delivers safety, reliability, and long-term value for critical manufacturing processes and heavy-duty applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
CB3033B120480GPC Eaton: Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch,Single-phase relay with capacitor trip device (Taylor),3000A,120V,Bottom feed,Ground fault,480V,Three-pole,Three-wire,Fusible
Product Name
Eaton pringle bolted pressure contact switch
Catalog Number
CB3033B120480GPC
UPC
782116951673
Product Length/Depth
22.5 in
Product Height
32 in
Product Width
40 in
Product Weight
430 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
3000A
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)
Eaton Switching Devices
Eaton Switching Devices
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Eaton Specification Sheet - CB3033B120480GPC
Selling Policy 25-000 - Distribution and Control Products and Services
Feature: High current capacity supports demanding load profiles. Business Impact: Enables reliable protection of large feeders with reduced risk of nuisance trips and downtime. Application: Main switchgear in heavy machinery or production lines where 3000 A at 480 V is required. The CB3033B120480GPC fits seamlessly into existing protection schemes and helps meet uptime targets. Feature: Three-pole, bottom-feed configuration. Business Impact: Simplifies installation and wiring accuracy, reducing assembly time and field errors. Application: factory floor power distribution where bottom feed minimises cabling congestion and facilitates robust grounding connections. Feature: Capacitor trip device with ground fault and control transformer options. Business Impact: Improves selectivity and fault detection, lowering outage impact and protecting critical loads. Application: single-phase protection for motors and feeders with enhanced fault discrimination. Feature: Fusible protection with optional ground fault relay and auxiliary provisions. Business Impact: Provides configurable protection layers for compliance with safety standards and reduced spare parts inventory. Application: scalable protection in modular switchgear assemblies. Feature: NEMA ratings and UL Listed certification. Business Impact: Ensures rugged performance in challenging environments with regulatory compliance. Application: industrial environments requiring enclosure protection and tested reliability. Feature: Physical footprint and compatibility notes. Business Impact: Clear integration path with standard mounting footprints and optional Kirk provisions. Application: retrofits and new installations in industrial plants seeking smooth commissioning and maintenance access.
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FAQs
The CB3033B120480GPC is designed for integration into standard Eaton switchgear with bottom-feed configuration and three-pole, three-wire wiring. Its compact footprint and Kirk provisions compatibility help streamline retrofits and new installations, reducing field modification time and enabling quicker commissioning in 480 V applications.
Key specs include a 3000 A amperage rating, 480 V system voltage, 120 V control voltage, three-pole configuration, fusible protection, bottom feed/fuse arrangement, and UL Listed certification. It supports NEMA 1, 3R, 4, and 12 environments, with a capacitor trip device for improved fault discrimination in single-phase protection schemes.
Yes. The device’s high current rating, three-pole design, ground fault with control transformer, and capacitor trip capability make it suitable for large motor feeders and production-line protection. Its UL Listed status and NEMA compatibility provide assurance for reliable operation in demanding manufacturing environments.
The CB3033B120480GPC is UL Listed and compatible with multiple NEMA enclosures (NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 12), enabling reliable operation in indoor and harsher environments. Optional features like Ground Fault Relay and auxiliary provisions further support compliance with safety and protection standards.
Adding optional Ground Fault Relay, Blown Fuse Detection, and Auxiliary Contacts provides enhanced fault detection, easier diagnostics, and extended protection coverage. While up-front costs rise modestly, these options reduce unscheduled downtime, simplify maintenance, and improve overall asset uptime and return on investment over the equipment’s life cycle.