Eaton LG3500S01 Molded Case Circuit Breaker - UL Listed

Part Number: LG3500S01
LG3500S01
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
LG3500S01
Category

Quick Summary

Molded case circuit breaker LG3500S01 provides reliable overcurrent protection for engine generators and industrial power systems. Engineers often struggle with nuisance trips, remote shutdown needs, and meeting stringent electrical standards under variable loads. This unit carries UL Listed, CSA Certified, and IEC rated credentials to support global compliance and safety. Designed for Series C L-frame installations, with a 500 A rating and 600 Vac operation, it helps protect generator sets while reducing downtime and maintenance costs. The combination of precise trip characteristics and shunt-trip options supports scalable, safer power protection across facilities.

Product Information

Extended Description

LG3500S01 Eaton: Eaton Series C complete molded case circuit breaker, L-frame, Fixed thermal and magnetic trips, 600-2500A, Three-pole, 500A, 600 Vac, Line/load, Engine generator, 12-24 Vac/dc same side w/ left pigtail, Reverse feed
Product Name
Eaton Series C complete molded case circuit breaker
Catalog Number
LG3500S01
UPC
782116014538
Product Length/Depth
5.48 in
Product Height
5.48 in
Product Width
5.48 in
Product Weight
16 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 UL 489 IEC Rated CSA Std. C22.2 No. 5 IEC 947-2
Amperage Rating
500 A
Voltage rating
600 Vac
Trip Type
T186
Circuit breaker frame type
Complete breaker
Series
Series C
Shunt trip
12-24 Vac/dc same side with left pigtail shunt
Terminals
Line and load
Frame
L
Class
Engine generator
Generator rating
181 kVA/144 kW at 240 Vac, 361 kVA/289 kW at 480 Vac, 451 kVA/361 kW at 600 Vac
Number of poles
Three-pole
Trip rating
600-2500 A
Functions
Reverse
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Feature: 500 A amperage rating with a three-pole L-frame design. Business Impact: Enables dependable protection for engine generator sets and motors, improving protective coordination and reducing unplanned outages. Application: Ideal for high-demand industrial power distribution and generator protection in harsh environments. Long-tail keywords: MCCB, three-pole molded case breaker, 600 Vac MCCB. Feature: Fixed thermal and magnetic trips provide fast fault clearing. Business Impact: Minimizes fault energy and equipment stress, extending starter and drive life. Application: Suitable for main distribution panels and motor control centers. Long-tail keywords: instantaneous trip, overload protection, protection coordination. Feature: Shunt trip option 12–24 Vac/dc on the left side with a pigtail. Business Impact: Enables remote shutdown and automated safety interlocks, improving plant safety and emergency response. Application: Critical for remote facilities and generator control systems. Long-tail keywords: remote tripping, emergency shutdown, safety interlock. Feature: Reverse feed capability. Business Impact: Supports flexible power layouts and seamless transfer in dual-feed configurations, reducing downtime during transitions. Application: Backup power and data-center power redundancy. Long-tail keywords: reverse power feed, dual-feed MCCB, transfer capability. Feature: Generator rating details. Business Impact: Confirms compatibility with diverse generator configurations, ensuring safe operation across 240, 480, and 600 V systems. Application: Industrial generators, critical power applications. Long-tail keywords: generator protection, kVA rating, plant power systems. Feature: Certifications and compliance. Business Impact: Streamlines regulatory approvals and maintenance planning with UL Listed, CSA Certified, and IEC rated outcomes. Application: Global facilities requiring certified protection. Long-tail keywords: electrical compliance, UL 489, IEC standards.

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FAQs

LG3500S01 uses an L-frame configuration within Series C molded case breakers, featuring line and load terminals for straightforward integration into three-pole assemblies. It is designed for panelboards and switchgear that require compact, high-amp protection with a fixed thermal/magnetic trip.
The unit is rated 500 A and 600 Vac with a trip type T186. It supports generator protection up to multiple kVA ranges (181 kVA/144 kW at 240 Vac; 361 kVA/289 kW at 480 Vac; 451 kVA/361 kW at 600 Vac), making it suitable for engine generator sets and critical power applications.
Yes. It includes a shunt trip option of 12–24 Vac/dc on the left side with a pigtail, enabling remote tripping for enhanced safety and automated control sequences in plant and generator control systems.
LG3500S01 is UL Listed and CSA Certified with IEC-rated performance, including UL 489 compliance. These certifications support regulatory compliance, safer operation, and easier procurement for facilities subject to global electrical codes.
Eaton provides a standard warranty policy (25-000) offering one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever comes first. This, combined with robust construction, helps reduce lifecycle maintenance costs and improves total cost of ownership for critical power protection.