Eaton CVS3080W Molded Case Circuit Breaker - 42 kAIC
Part Number: CVS3080W
Quick Summary
Eaton CVS3080W Molded Case Circuit Breaker protects critical feeders in industrial panels. Engineers seek reliable protection with minimal nuisance trips and compact footprint, and this unit helps address both. The CVS3080W carries UL 489 and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 approvals, aligning with North American regulations and customer audits. In addition to safety compliance, its CV frame compatibility and 80 A rating support efficient panel design, while the ability to handle Cu/Al wiring up to #6-4/0 enables flexible field installations. For projects aiming to reduce total cost of ownership, this breaker delivers dependable protection without sacrificing panel space or serviceability.
Product Information
Extended Description
CVS3080W Eaton: Eaton Type CV Molded Case Circuit Breaker,Molded case circuit breaker,80 A,42 kAIC,Three-pole,#6 - 4/0 Al/Cu,CV,Without terminals
Product Name
Eaton CCV tenant main breaker
Catalog Number
CVS3080W
UPC
786685704104
Product Length/Depth
7.5 in
Product Height
5 in
Product Width
5 in
Product Weight
4.4 lb
Warranty
Limited lifetime
Certifications
CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 UL 489
Type
Molded case circuit breaker
Amperage Rating
80 A
Circuit breaker frame type
CV
Terminals
Without
Interrupt rating
42 kAIC
Wire size
#6-4/0 AWG Cu/Al
Number of poles
Three-pole
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Eaton Specification Sheet - CVS3080W
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The CVS3080W uses an 80 A amperage rating to deliver targeted protection for medium-load feeders, reducing the risk of nuisance trips and enabling stable operation of critical equipment in manufacturing lines and process plants. This translates to improved uptime and lower maintenance costs in everyday production.Feature → Business Impact → Application: With a 42 kAIC interrupt rating, the device withstands high fault currents without damage, enhancing system resilience and reducing downtime during short-circuit events in data centers, machine rooms, and distribution panels.Feature → Business Impact → Application: Three-pole protection ensures balanced, three-phase shutdown, minimizing arc-flash risk and preserving equipment integrity in motors and soft-start applications within automotive, packaging, and food-and-beverage facilities.Feature → Business Impact → Application: CV frame compatibility guarantees straightforward integration into Eaton CV-based load centers and switchgear, speeding up installation, reducing wiring errors, and simplifying future upgrades across multiple panels.Feature → Business Impact → Application: Terminals are provided without, allowing field-provided termination kits for Cu/Al wiring (#6-4/0). This offers installation flexibility, supports custom termination practices, and reduces inventory constraints in lean maintenance operations.Feature → Business Impact → Application: UL 489 and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 certifications ensure regulatory compliance and supplier confidence, enabling smoother procurement and audit trails in regulated environments like healthcare facilities, water treatment, and process industries. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A limited lifetime warranty reinforces long-term value, lowering lifecycle costs and simplifying replacements during plant refurbishments or capacity upgrades in capital-intensive projects.
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Yes. The CVS3080W is designed for the CV frame family, ensuring straightforward installation in Eaton CV-based load centers and panelboards, with seamless field upgrades and consistent electrical protection across cabinets.
It features an 80 A amperage rating, 42 kAIC interrupt capacity, three-pole configuration, and wire compatibility for #6-4/0 AWG Cu/Al. The unit measures 7.5 in L Ă— 5 in W Ă— 5 in H and weighs about 4.4 lb, with terminals supplied without.
Ideal for load centers, distribution panels, and control cabinets in manufacturing, packaging, and process industries, where reliable three-phase protection and compact form factor enable efficient space utilization and dependable operation.
The breaker is certified to UL 489 and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5, which supports compliance with North American electrical codes, simplifies procurement audits, and reduces regulatory risk for panel builders and integrators.
CVS3080W includes a limited lifetime warranty, offering long-term protection and potentially lower maintenance and replacement costs over the product lifecycle—beneficial for capital-intensive projects and ongoing plant reliability.