Eaton E2MW3600W Mining MCCB - 12 kAIC
Part Number: E2MW3600W
Quick Summary
The Eaton E2MW3600W mining MCCB is a high-current molded case circuit breaker designed for mining electrical systems. Operators frequently struggle with nuisance trips and inadequate protection in harsh underground mining environments. UL Listed and CSA Certified provide compliance with mining safety standards, while the rugged construction resists dust, vibration, and moisture common in underground operations. This device integrates seamlessly with Eaton mining service breakers, offering consistent performance across feeder, motor control, and distribution panels. By delivering precise thermal-magnetic protection and robust interrupt capability, it supports uptime and regulatory compliance. The combination of a three-pole, 600 A rating and 1200 Vac capability translates into reliable protection for medium-to-high power mining feeders, with straightforward installation and warranty support.
Product Information
Extended Description
E2MW3600W Eaton: Eaton E2 mining complete molded case circuit breaker, M-frame, E2MW, Complete breaker, Thermal-magnetic trip type, 1500-3000A trip rating, Three-pole, 600A, 1200 Vac, 12 kAIC at 1200 Vac, Without terminals, Mining
Product Name
Eaton E2 mining complete molded case circuit breaker
Catalog Number
E2MW3600W
UPC
786685887128
Product Length/Depth
11 in
Product Height
11 in
Product Width
11 in
Product Weight
25 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 CSA Certified
Amperage Rating
600 A
Voltage rating
1200 Vac
Trip Type
T268
Circuit breaker type
E2MW
Circuit breaker frame type
Complete breaker
Magnetic trip range
1500-3000A
Terminals
Without terminals
Frame
M
Class
Mining
Interrupt rating
12 kAIC at 1200 Vac
Number of poles
Three-pole
Trip rating
1500-3000 A
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Eaton E2 Series mining service circuit breakers
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Feature: 3-pole M-frame design and a 600 A rating; Business Impact: Enables reliable protection for medium-to-high power mining feeders with coordinated protection across panels; Application: Suitable for mining service centers and feeder circuits. The E2MW3600W also delivers a 1200 Vac interrupt rating of 12 kAIC at 1200 Vac, enabling fast, decisive trips to minimize fault exposure and downtime. Feature: Thermal-magnetic trip type (T268) with a magnetic trip range of 1500-3000 A; Business Impact: Improves protection selectivity and fault isolation under high inrush conditions common in mining drives; Application: Motor starters and distribution networks in underground plants. Feature: Without terminals and complete breaker, Frame M; Business Impact: Simplifies field wiring and reduces installation time, lowering labor costs; Application: Field assemblies in rugged mining environments. Feature: Mining Class with UL Listed and CSA Certified; Business Impact: Ensures regulatory compliance and safer operation across international sites; Application: Mining equipment fleets and service centers. Feature: Warranty policy of 1 year from installation or 18 months from shipment; Business Impact: Provides risk mitigation for commissioning and long-term maintenance planning; Application: Asset lifecycle management and procurement planning.
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FAQs
The E2MW3600W is a three-pole M-frame device rated at 600 A with 1200 VAC and 12 kAIC, designed for rugged mining environments. It ships without terminals, enabling field wiring to customer buswork or external terminals. Ensure proper enclosure, cooling, and spacing to prevent overheating in dusty, vibration-prone mine sites and comply with UL CSA requirements.
This breaker provides a 600 A amperage rating, 1200 VAC voltage rating, and a 12 kAIC interrupt capacity at 1200 Vac. The magnetic trip range of 1500–3000 A with a T268 trip type offers precise fault protection and coordination with downstream devices, reducing outage duration and equipment damage during faults or short circuits.
Yes. With UL Listed and CSA Certified ratings, a three-pole configuration, and mining-class protection, it is well-suited for underground service panels and feeders. Its rugged construction and 12 kAIC interrupt capacity support reliable operation under dust, moisture, and vibration typical of underground mines.
The E2MW3600W carries UL Listed and CSA Certified markings, confirming compliance with North American electrical safety standards and mining-specific requirements. Certifications help ensure regulatory acceptance, safer installations, and easier procurement across multinational mining sites where standardization is critical.
Eaton provides a warranty policy of one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever occurs first. This support helps mitigate initial commissioning risk and shoulder long-term maintenance planning, while the device’s design reduces nuisance trips and maintenance needs in tough mining environments.