Eaton FTF2BG12 Motor Control Center - HFD 20/60A
Part Number: FTF2BG12
Quick Summary
FTF2BG12 is a dual feeder motor control center designed for industrial automation installations. Many engineers struggle with space constraints, wiring complexity, and extended commissioning times in MCCs, especially within compact facilities. UL Listed certification ensures electrical safety compliance, which is critical for panel audits and regulatory checks, while this unit's 12-inch size and dual feeder configuration help maximize space and minimize wiring path lengths. Built for Eaton's Type W system, it supports a 20/60 A trip rating with HFD circuit breakers, enabling scalable protection and straightforward maintenance. By leveraging a slider handle operation and a compact 12-inch footprint, users gain faster installation, easier retrofits, and predictable replacement cycles, driving total cost of ownership down.
Product Information
Extended Description
FTF2BG12 Eaton: Eaton type W motor control center, Type W Dual feeder Motor Control Center 20/60A trip rating, HFD circuit breaker, Dual feeder, Slider handle mechanism, 12-inch unit size
Product Name
Eaton type W motor control center
Catalog Number
FTF2BG12
UPC
786685433318
Product Length/Depth
22 in
Product Height
16 in
Product Width
25 in
Product Weight
33 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
Circuit breaker type
HFD
Feed type
Dual
Operation
Slider handle
Size
12 in
Trip rating
20/60 A
Dual feeder design with HFD circuit breaker provides flexible protection for parallel or segmented loads, reducing wiring complexity and shortening installation time. The business impact is faster commissioning and easier future expansions, which translates to reduced downtime during changes and lower total project costs. This configuration is ideal for machine centers in packaging lines or process lines where multiple feeders are controlled from a single MCC, enabling scalable control and organized cabling. The 20/60 A trip rating offers precise overcurrent protection, preventing nuisance trips during high-load start-ups and contributing to improved line reliability and machine uptime. For facilities with mixed loads, the safe, quick-access slider handle improves maintenance efficiency, supporting safer lockout-tagout procedures and faster service turnarounds. The 12-inch unit size delivers a compact footprint that fits tight control cabinet budgets and retrofit projects, reducing cabinet depth while preserving available enclosure space. UL Listed certification provides documented safety compliance, simplifying audits and regulatory checks, while Type W compatibility ensures easy integration with Eaton’s MCC ecosystem, allowing streamlined installation and consistent spare parts availability for service teams. Overall, this model supports improved efficiency, predictable maintenance cycles, and lower lifecycle costs in busy industrial environments.
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FAQs
Mounting the FTF2BG12 within a Type W MCC requires matching the unit’s 12 inch size footprint in a suitable enclosure. Ensure adequate clearance for the dual feeder wiring, secure slider handle access, and proper alignment with bus bars. Use the provided mounting holes and follow standard Eaton installation guidelines, verifying the HFD circuit breaker connections and 20/60 A trip settings during commissioning.
Key characteristics include a 20/60 A trip rating, HFD circuit breakers, dual feeder configuration, slider handle operation, and a 12 inch unit size. The assembly is UL Listed and designed for Type W installations, with overall dimensions around 22 in length, 16 in height, and 25 in width, weighing approximately 33 lb. UPC: 786685433318.
Yes, the dual feeder configuration with HFD protection supports high-load or modular automation lines that require independent feeder control and safety interlocks. For best results, confirm load types and peak currents match the 20/60 A trip range, and plan wiring routes to minimize voltage drop and ensure straightforward future expansions or retrofits.
FTF2BG12 carries UL Listed certification, which provides documented compliance with electrical safety standards. This supports audit readiness and helps meet regulatory requirements for motor control centers. Maintain the documentation and ensure all accessories, wiring practices, and installation procedures align with UL guidelines to maximize audit pass rates.
Maintenance is streamlined by the slider handle design, which enables quick access for inspections and testing, reducing downtime. The 12-inch footprint and dual feeder arrangement simplify wiring, rides on a familiar Type W platform, and minimize retrofit complexity. Over the life of the equipment, this translates to lower service time, fewer spare-part discrepancies, and improved total cost of ownership.