Eaton N48M47F3316QCU Transformer - DOE 2016 Efficient
Part Number: N48M47F3316QCU
Quick Summary
Eaton N48M47F3316QCU transformer provides high-capacity nonlinear vented power conversion for industrial distribution. Engineers confront energy waste, heat management challenges, and compliance hurdles as they scale to 300 kVA, and this unit is purpose-built to address them. It meets DOE 2016 Efficient standards and UL Listed certification, with catalog notes tied to 10 CFR Part 431 (2016). Built with copper windings in a NEMA 1 enclosure on a CASE E frame, it offers rugged reliability in harsh environments while the configurable taps enable precise voltage control, reducing installation risk and long-term operating costs. This combination supports robust uptime, energy savings, and simpler procurement for power management projects across manufacturing and process industries.
Product Information
Extended Description
N48M47F3316QCU Eaton: EATON K-FACTOR NONLINEAR VENTILATED TRANSFORMER, DOE 2016, 300KVA, COPPER, 3PH, 60HZ, 480V DELTA, 480Y/277V, NEMA ST-20, 115°C RISE, NEMA 1, CASE E, 220°C, 2 AT +2.5% FCAN, 4 AT -2.5% FCBN, RH6
Product Name
Eaton K-Factor nonlinear ventilated transformer
Catalog Number
N48M47F3316QCU
UPC
786689937720
Product Length/Depth
32 in
Product Height
66 in
Product Width
50.5 in
Product Weight
2850 lb
Compliances
DOE2016 Efficient
Certifications
UL Listed
Catalog Notes
10 CFR Part 431 (2016) Efficient
Coil material
Copper
Enclosure
NEMA 1
Frame
CASE E
Insulation
220 °C
Tap size
2 AT +2.5% FCAN, 4 AT -2.5% FCBN
Frequency rating
60 Hz
Kva Rating
300 kVA
Phase
Three-phase
Primary voltage
480 V delta
Secondary Voltage
480Y/277 V
Sound Level
NEMA ST-20
Temperature rise
115 °C rise
Efficiency
10 CFR Part 431-2016 (DOE 2016)
Special features
K-FACTOR 13
Weathershield
RH6
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The K-Factor nonlinear ventilated design optimizes heat dissipation and magnetic balance, reducing steady-state temperature rise and improving overall efficiency, which lowers cooling requirements and energy costs in large-scale power distribution installations. This translates to measurable uptime gains and lower total cost of ownership for data centers and manufacturing floors that demand steady, clean power. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A 300 kVA three-phase unit with a 480 V delta primary and 480Y/277 V secondary delivers versatile voltage transformation for mixed-load environments, enabling a single transformer footprint to support diverse equipment while simplifying panel design and reducing wiring complexity on the shop floor. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Copper windings reduce I²R losses and improve current carrying capacity, delivering better efficiency and lower maintenance parasitics in high-load scenarios like stamping lines or CNC centers. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEMA 1 enclosure with CASE E frame and 115°C rise rating provides rugged construction and predictable performance in indoor, service-friendly installations, minimizing enclosure corrosion concerns and easing retrofits in older plants. Feature → Business Impact → Application: TAP sizes 2 AT +2.5% FCAN and 4 AT -2.5% FCBN enable precise voltage regulation, smoother loading transitions, and faster compliance testing, which helps maintain critical voltages for sensitive equipment across plant sections. Feature → Business Impact → Application: DOE 2016 Efficient and UL Listed certifications deliver regulatory alignment and safety assurance, reducing risk during audits and improving supplier qualification for procurement teams in energy-conscious operations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: RH6 weather shield option enhances outdoor or semi-exposed installations, extending service life in harsh environments and lowering replacement costs for outdoor HVAC and plant automation zones.
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FAQs
The transformer is a three-phase unit rated for 480 V delta primary and 480Y/277 V secondary, designed for flexible power distribution. It includes tap options (2 AT +2.5% FCAN and 4 AT -2.5% FCBN) to refine voltage regulation under varying load conditions, supporting reliable operation across mixed equipment loads in industrial facilities.
Installed in a standard indoor environment, the NEMA 1 enclosure paired with the CASE E frame provides rugged mechanical protection and easy integration into existing plant layouts. With dimensions of 50.5 in width, 66 in height, 32 in depth, and a weight around 2850 lb, plan for a stable mounting surface, proper clearance for cooling, and service access.
This unit is UL Listed and complies with DOE 2016 Efficient standards, with 10 CFR Part 431 (2016) notes for efficiency. These certifications support energy compliance, safety requirements, and streamlined vendor qualification for industrial equipment buyers in manufacturing and process industries.
Yes. Its 300 kVA rating, three-phase operation, and K-Factor nonlinear ventilated design optimize power quality and thermal management for critical loads. The copper windings and robust enclosure support reliable operation under continuous loading, while voltage tapping ensures tight regulation for sensitive equipment in data centers or automated manufacturing lines.
Copper windings and a solid NEMA 1 enclosure contribute to long service life and lower maintenance needs. The DOE 2016 Efficient performance reduces energy costs, and UL safety certification lowers risk during audits. A properly sized transformer also minimizes cooling requirements and wiring complexity, delivering favorable total cost of ownership over its lifecycle.