Eaton P3BFDB3015G Circuit Breaker Plug-in Unit - IEEE Certified
Part Number: P3BFDB3015G
Quick Summary
Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit provides reliable overcurrent protection for Eaton Pow-R-Way busways in industrial power distribution. Engineers often face downtime and compatibility challenges when upgrading protection devices in dense switchgear, making quick, reliable replacements essential. This unit carries NEMA compliance and IEEE, CSA, and UL 857 certifications to meet stringent safety and performance standards, giving buyers confidence in long-term reliability. With a 3-pole, 15A rating and 50% internal grounding, it integrates with existing busway infrastructure while simplifying grounding schemes and maintenance. Together, this delivers operational efficiency, reduced spare-part inventory, and improved uptime for critical manufacturing and processing lines.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BFDB3015G Eaton: Pow-R-Way III Busway, Circuit Breaker Plug-in Unit, 3-Pole, 15 AMP, FDB Frame Type, 50% Internal Ground
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BFDB3015G
UPC
786683005869
Product Length/Depth
12.36 in
Product Height
21.2 in
Product Width
5.43 in
Product Weight
25 lb
Compliances
NEMA Compliant
Certifications
IEEE Certified CSA Certified ANSI UL 857
Circuit Breaker Frame
F
Grounding Options
50% Internal
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
15A
Interrupt rating
18 kAIC at 240 Vac, 14 kAIC at 480 Vac, 14 kAIC at 600 Vac
The Busway Solution
Eaton Specification Sheet - P3BFDB3015G
Selling Policy 25-000 - Distribution and Control Products and Services
Feature: 3-pole, 15A protection provides targeted overcurrent protection for each circuit. Business Impact: Reduces nuisance trips and protects critical loads, leading to less unplanned downtime and equipment damage. Application: Ideal for incorporation into Pow-R-Way III busways within industrial control panels and process lines. Feature: 50% Internal Grounding simplifies grounding strategies and reduces installation complexity. Business Impact: Lowers wiring errors and speeds up commissioning, improving first-pass compliance. Application: Supports safer, quicker start-ups in dense electrical assemblies. Feature: NEMA Compliant with IEEE, CSA, ANSI, and UL 857 certifications. Business Impact: Aligns with global safety standards, lowering regulatory risk and accelerating procurement cycles. Application: Suitable for facilities requiring formal compliance evidence for audits and approvals. Feature: High interrupt ratings — 18 kAIC at 240 VAC and 14 kAIC at 480/600 VAC. Business Impact: Enhanced protection for fault events, reducing collateral damage and maintenance costs. Application: Critical in high-harmonics environments and equipment with variable voltage profiles. Feature: Busway plug-in design with compact dimensions (12.36 in L, 21.2 in H, 5.43 in W) and 25 lb weight. Business Impact: Simplifies retrofit projects and minimizes space impacts in crowded panels. Application: Suited for retrofit installations and new builds where space is at a premium. Feature: 3-pole, 15A frame (F) and 50% internal grounding compatibility. Business Impact: Streamlines compatibility checks, reduces engineering time, and shortens project schedules. Application: Fits standard Pow-R-Way III configurations for consistent protection across installations. Industry insight: In process industries, plug-in protection units like this reduce spare-part diversity and enable faster maintenance cycles, supporting higher overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and uptime.
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FAQs
Yes. The P3BFDB3015G is a plug-in unit designed specifically for Pow-R-Way III busways. Installation involves aligning the unit with the busway insertion points, securing it with standard mounting hardware, and connecting the appropriate terminations. The process is aided by its plug-in design, which minimizes field wiring and reduces commissioning time while ensuring a reliable, code-compliant connection.
The unit is a 3-pole, 15A breaker with an interrupt rating of 18 kAIC at 240 VAC and 14 kAIC at 480 VAC and 600 VAC. This combination supports robust protection for circuits feeding industrial equipment, controls, and motor loads, while maintaining safety margins during fault conditions.
P3BFDB3015G is NEMA compliant and carries IEEE, CSA, ANSI, and UL 857 certifications. These approvals provide confidence in safety, reliability, and compatibility with regulated environments, helping with audits, supplier qualification, and end-user acceptance.
The plug-in design enables swift replacement without extensive panel rework, reducing downtimes and spare-part inventory. Its high interrupt ratings protect critical equipment, while standard certifications simplify procurement. In practice, maintenance teams benefit from faster outages resolution, improved MTBF, and lower total cost of ownership for protection devices in busy production lines.
The unit supports 50% Internal Grounding, which means half the grounding path is integrated within the plug-in unit, simplifying grounding scheme design and reducing field wiring. This reduces installation time and potential grounding errors, while maintaining safe and effective fault current paths in typical Pow-R-Way III configurations.