Eaton CVS2175W Molded Case Circuit Breaker - 42 kAIC
Part Number: CVS2175W
Quick Summary
CVS2175W is Eaton's molded case circuit breaker delivering reliable overcurrent protection for CV-frame load centers. Engineers often grapple with finding devices that fit compact spaces, deliver predictable trip curves, and install cleanly in existing panels. The CVS2175W carries UL 489 and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 certifications, ensuring compliance and safe operation in critical circuits. With a 175 A rating, a 42 kAIC interrupt rating, and a two-pole design, it pairs well with Eaton CV-frame assemblies. Its compact 7.5 in depth, 5 in height, and 3.5 in width fit tight enclosures, while without terminals offering installation flexibility when terminals are added per system requirements. This translates to efficient field-service, lower labor, and robust system protection.
Product Information
Extended Description
CVS2175W Eaton: Eaton Type CV Molded Case Circuit Breaker,Molded case circuit breaker,175 A,42 kAIC,Two-pole,#6 - 4/0 Al/Cu,CV,Without terminals
Product Name
Eaton CCV tenant main breaker
Catalog Number
CVS2175W
UPC
786685705477
Product Length/Depth
7.5 in
Product Height
5 in
Product Width
3.5 in
Product Weight
2.75 lb
Warranty
Limited lifetime
Certifications
UL 489 CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5
Type
Molded case circuit breaker
Amperage Rating
175 A
Circuit breaker frame type
CV
Terminals
Without
Interrupt rating
42 kAIC
Wire size
#6-4/0 AWG Cu/Al
Number of poles
Two-pole
Residential and Light Commercial, Load centers and Circuit Breakers, Volume 1 Tab 1
Eaton Specification Sheet - CVS2175W
CVS2175W delivers 175 A protection with a 42 kAIC interrupt rating in a compact two-pole CV-frame package. This combination reduces nuisance trips and improves coordination with upstream protection devices in demanding industrial panels. In practice, it protects critical loads in switchgear and load centers where space is tight, enabling safer, more reliable power distribution. Without terminals, the unit offers installation flexibility for field-installed lug kits or terminal blocks that match specific wiring schemes. It reduces pre-fabrication needs and allows engineers to select lugs for Cu or Al conductors (#6-4/0 AWG), enhancing reliability and maintenance efficiency. The 7.5 x 5 x 3.5 inch footprint and 2.75 lb weight fit standard CV-frame spaces, simplifying retrofits and panel redesigns while supporting long-term asset protection. UL 489 and CSA C22.2 No. 5 certifications provide regulatory confidence for North American deployments, aiding compliance, warranty, and supplier qualification.
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FAQs
The CVS2175W is designed for Eaton CV-frame assemblies and two-pole installation; it is supplied without terminals, so you can choose field-installed lug kits or terminal blocks that match system requirements. It supports #6-4/0 AWG Cu/Al wiring and fits typical load centers using CV-frame accessories. This provides installation flexibility for retrofit projects and ensures proper conductor termination once lugs are added.
Key ratings include 175 A continuous current, a 42 kAIC interrupt rating, and a two-pole configuration. It accepts #6-4/0 AWG Cu/Al; note that terminals are not shipped with the unit, so terminal kits must be procured separately. Certifications UL 489 and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 ensure code-compliant installation for US and Canadian panels, with an emphasis on field-assembled terminations.
CVS2175W is well-suited for CV-frame distribution in industrial and commercial settings, including load centers, equipment panels, and retrofit projects where space is limited. Its 175 A rating and 42 kAIC interrupt capacity support robust overcurrent protection for critical feeders and motor circuits, enabling reliable protection in compact panel layouts.
The device carries UL 489 and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 certifications, indicating compliance with key North American electrical safety standards. These certifications reduce vendor-risk, simplify panel approval processes, and support warranty and maintenance programs by ensuring regulatory alignment for electrical protection devices used in commercial and industrial installations.
Plan to specify and procure the appropriate lug assemblies or terminal kits to meet Cu/Al conductor requirements (#6-4/0 AWG). Ensure enclosure clearance for a 7.5 in by 5 in by 3.5 in footprint and a 2.75 lb unit weight. Also budget for torque, labeling, and coordinated protection with upstream devices to maintain safe, code-compliant operation.