Eaton N48G28B3016CU Transformer - DOE 2016 Efficient
Part Number: N48G28B3016CU
Quick Summary
Using the Eaton N48G28B3016CU transformer, engineers gain reliable, energy-efficient power distribution for industrial and commercial systems. Rising energy costs and heat load challenge uptime and operational budgets, especially in compact control rooms and panels. It carries UL Listed certification and meets DOE 2016 Efficient performance, with 10 CFR Part 431 compliance to help you meet energy codes. Copper windings and a NEMA 2 enclosure support durability, while floor or wall mounting offers installation flexibility. Overall, this transformer reduces losses and supports a lower total cost of ownership in energy-intensive environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
N48G28B3016CU Eaton: Eaton Eaton K-Factor nonlinear ventilated transformer, Copper windings, NEMA 2, FR940, 60 Hz, 220C, 30 kVA, Three-Phase, 480 to 208Y/120, 80C rise, Shielded, DOE 2016, WS58, 284E, K13
Product Name
Eaton K-Factor nonlinear ventilated transformer
Catalog Number
N48G28B3016CU
UPC
786680244223
Product Length/Depth
21.13 in
Product Height
36.88 in
Product Width
24.88 in
Product Weight
498 lb
Compliances
DOE2016 Efficient
Certifications
UL Listed
Catalog Notes
10 CFR Part 431 (2016) Efficient
Coil material
Copper
Enclosure
NEMA 2
Wiring connection
284E
Type
Energy-efficient ventilated transformer
Frame
940
Insulation
220 °C
Mounting
Floor or wall, upright only
Tap size
2 at -5%
Frequency rating
60 Hz
Kva Rating
30 kVA
Volt ampere rating
30 kVA
Phase
Three-phase
Primary voltage
480 V
Secondary Voltage
208Y/120 V
Sound Level
NEMA ST-20
Temperature rise
80 °C rise
Efficiency
10 CFR Part 431-2016 (DOE 2016)
Modification 1
Electrostatic shield
Special features
K-factor 13
Weathershield
WS58
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Feature: Copper windings with shielded construction. Business Impact: Minimizes I²R losses and improves efficiency across full load. Application: Ideal for 30 kVA, three-phase systems with 480 V to 208Y/120 V output in manufacturing floors and indoor electrical rooms. Feature: K-Factor 13 nonlinear design. Business Impact: Enhances performance under non-linear loads, improving voltage regulation and transformer life in facilities with drives and high harmonic content. Application: Data centers, motor control centers, and pulp and paper mills where non-linear loading is common. Feature: NEMA 2 enclosure. Business Impact: Provides robust indoor protection against dust and moisture, reducing maintenance and downtime. Application: Wall- or floor-mounted installations inside equipment rooms and service aisles. Feature: DOE 2016 Efficient compliance. Business Impact: Reduces energy consumption and operating costs, supporting true energy stewardship and utility program eligibility. Application: Facilities pursuing mandatory efficiency targets in industrial plants and process lines. Feature: 284E wiring connection and 2 at -5% tap. Business Impact: Simplifies field wiring, improves voltage regulation, and eases commissioning during retrofit or new build. Application: Electrical rooms and switchgear bays with 480 V primary and 208Y/120 V secondary needs. Feature: Insulation at 220 °C and 80 °C rise. Business Impact: Enhances temperature tolerance and reliability in demanding environments. Application: High-heat industrial settings where continuous operation is critical.
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FAQs
Yes. The N48G28B3016CU is designed for floor or wall mounting in upright orientation. Its NEMA 2 enclosure provides indoor protection, and the unit requires a suitable service panel with 284E wiring connections. Plan for vertical clearance and proper ventilation to maximize cooling and maintain the stated 80 °C rise rating.
This transformer is three-phase, 30 kVA, with a 480 V primary and a 208Y/120 V secondary. It operates at 60 Hz, uses copper windings, and features a K-Factor 13 nonlinear design. Tap size is 2 at -5%, and it incorporates a shielded configuration for harmonic resilience.
Yes. The unit complies with DOE 2016 Efficient requirements and 10 CFR Part 431 (2016) Efficient guidelines, helping facilities meet energy codes and reduce operating costs. This efficiency profile is supported by UL listing for safety and reliability in industrial environments.
The N48G28B3016CU is UL Listed and DOE 2016 Efficient, with 10 CFR Part 431 (2016) Efficient compliance. It features a NEMA 2 enclosure for indoor protection, shielded construction, and copper windings to ensure reliability in demanding applications like controls cabinets and manufacturing lines.
K-Factor 13 nonlinear design improves performance under non-linear loads typical of modern plants with drives and power electronics. Benefits include smoother voltage regulation, reduced harmonic distortion on upstream sources, and extended transformer life, which translates to lower maintenance costs and higher uptime in demanding production environments.