Eaton P3BFD3175N circuit breaker plug-in unit - 65 kAIC at 240 Vac
Part Number: P3BFD3175N
Quick Summary
The Eaton P3BFD3175N circuit breaker plug-in unit is a three-pole device designed to protect busway distributions in industrial electrical systems. It helps prevent nuisance trips and equipment damage by delivering reliable interruption across multiple fault scenarios. Certifications such as IEEE Certified, ANSI UL 857, CSA Certified, and NEMA Compliant underscore its regulatory alignment and proven performance in demanding environments. By offering a 175 A rating with 100% Neutral and 50% Integral/Housing grounding, this plug-in unit supports modular expansion and safer maintenance, while reducing total installation time for Pow-R-Way III busway networks. This combination delivers strong business value for engineering teams focused on uptime, safety, and lifecycle cost optimization.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BFD3175N Eaton: Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit, Busway, Three-pole, FD, Plug, Breaker, F Frame (15-225 A), 175A, 65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 25 kAIC at 480 Vac, 18 kAIC at 600 Vac, 100% Neutral, 50% Integral or Housing Ground
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BFD3175N
UPC
786683007078
Product Length/Depth
12.36 in
Product Height
21.2 in
Product Width
5.43 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.
Compliances
NEMA Compliant
Certifications
IEEE Certified ANSI UL 857 CSA Certified
Circuit Breaker Frame
F
Design
Pow-R-Way III
Grounding Options
50% Integral/Housing
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
175A
Interrupt rating
65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 25 kAIC at 480 Vac, 18 kAIC at 600 Vac
Neutral Options
100%
Application
Busway
Product Category
Plug
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The P3BFD3175N delivers 175 A continuous current with 65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 25 kAIC at 480 Vac, and 18 kAIC at 600 Vac, providing robust fault protection that minimizes equipment damage and unplanned downtime in high-current busway systems. This translates to higher line reliability for manufacturing lines and data centers, where rapid fault interruption is critical and downtime costs are high. Application: suitable for Pow-R-Way III busway installations that require dependable short-circuit protection and seamless plug-in replacement, reducing commissioning time and maintenance cycles.
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FAQs
Yes. The P3BFD3175N is a three-pole plug-in circuit breaker designed specifically for Pow-R-Way III busway installations. It fits standard three-pole configurations and installs as a plug-in unit with the busway assembly, enabling quick replacements and minimal downtime during maintenance.
This unit is rated at 175 A with interrupt ratings of 65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 25 kAIC at 480 Vac, and 18 kAIC at 600 Vac. It provides 100% Neutral and 50% integral or housing grounding, ensuring robust fault interruption across expected operating voltages in industrial environments.
Industries leveraging busway power distribution, such as manufacturing, process automation, and data centers, benefit from the P3BFD3175N. Its modular plug-in design, high interrupt ratings, and busway compatibility support scalable protection for evolving electrical architectures with minimal installation complexity.
The P3BFD3175N carries IEEE Certification, ANSI UL 857, and CSA Certification, with NEMA Compliant construction. This ensures regulatory compliance for safety, performance, and interoperability in North American industrial facilities.
The plug-in design simplifies replacement and reduces maintenance downtime, while the unit's high fault ratings protect downstream equipment. With a one-year Eaton warranty (or 18 months from shipment), engineers can tighten uptime metrics and lower lifecycle costs through modular, fast-service protection in busway networks.