Eaton P3BFDB3050GN Circuit Breaker Plug-In Unit - 18 kAIC
Part Number: P3BFDB3050GN
Quick Summary
P3BFDB3050GN is a Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit for busway power distribution in industrial facilities. It streamlines installation and protects critical feeders without the complexity of field-wabricated assemblies. This unit supports robust protection with IEEE Certified, CSA Certified, and UL 857 listings to help you meet stringent safety and regulatory requirements. By aligning with Pow-R-Way III busway systems, it delivers modular scalability and consistent protection across expanding facilities, while reducing wiring, touchpoints, and commissioning time. In practice, this means faster project timelines, lower installation labor, and improved maintenance predictability for facilities relying on high-density electrical distribution.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BFDB3050GN Eaton: Pow-R-Way III Busway, Circuit Breaker Plug-in Unit, 3-Pole, 50 AMP, FDB Frame Type, 50% Internal Ground and 100% Neutral
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BFDB3050GN
UPC
786683006088
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
50A
Interrupt rating
18 kAIC at 240 Vac, 14 kAIC at 480 Vac, 14 kAIC at 600 Vac
Neutral Options
100%
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 3-pole, 50A frame (F) provides precise protection for three-phase feeders while enabling scalable future upgrades on busy busway runs; this translates to reliable fault isolation and predictable downtime reductions in manufacturing lines and data-center cooling corridors. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 50% internal grounding and 100% neutral reduce wiring complexity and optimize fault paths, simplifying field wiring and improving fault clearing times in complex rack and panel layouts. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 18 kAIC at 240Vac (and 14 kAIC at 480/600Vac) delivers high fault current capability, protecting sensitive equipment and improving uptime in high-demand environments such as process plants and heavy industry. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEMA compliant with IEEE, CSA, ANSI, and UL 857 certifications ensures regulatory alignment and smoother audits, especially in multi-site deployments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Light integration with Pow-R-Way III busways reduces installation time and spare parts, enabling a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) for capital projects and ongoing maintenance. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compact 12.36 in depth, 21.2 in height, and 5.43 in width deliver a practical footprint for dense electrical rooms, enabling denser layouts and simpler retrofit projects without sacrificing protection or performance.
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FAQs
The P3BFDB3050GN is a plug-in unit designed for direct insertion into Pow-R-Way III busways. Ensure the 3-pole frame is correctly oriented, confirm 50% internal grounding and 100% neutral are utilized, and tighten connectors to the manufacturer’s torque specs. Reference Eaton’s datasheet for sequence, clearance, and grounding details to guarantee compliant and repeatable installs.
This unit provides a 50A amperage rating with an 18 kAIC interrupt rating at 240Vac, and 14 kAIC at 480Vac and 600Vac. Such ratings support robust fault current handling in demanding industrial environments, ensuring protection for feeders and connected equipment while supporting coordinated downstream protection.
Yes. The device carries IEEE Certified, CSA Certified, ANSI, and UL 857 listings, aligning with common electrical codes and international safety standards. It is designed for NEMA-compliant systems and works within standard industrial protection schemes, reducing compliance risk on multi-site projects.
The unit measures 12.36 in in depth, 21.2 in in height, and 5.43 in in width, with a 3-pole configuration and 50A rating. It is compatible with Pow-R-Way III busway assemblies and uses a 50% internal grounding and 100% neutral scheme, supporting straightforward retrofits and scalable panel distribution.
Plug-in design and modular busway compatibility enable faster replacements and simplified maintenance, reducing labor and downtime. High interrupt ratings improve system reliability, potentially lowering spare parts costs and extending service intervals. Overall, the unit contributes to a lower total cost of ownership in facilities with expanding or dynamic power needs.