Eaton P3BFDC3040N Circuit Breaker Plug-In Unit - UL 857
Part Number: P3BFDC3040N
Quick Summary
Eaton P3BFDC3040N circuit breaker plug-in unit protects busway distributions with fast, reliable power protection. In demanding environments, installation time and compatibility issues can derail projects; this unit is designed to simplify integration and reduce downtime. It carries UL 857, ANSI CSA IEEE certifications and NEMA compliance, signaling broad regulatory acceptance and interchangeability in critical facilities. Designed for Pow-R-Way III busway systems, this plug-in unit supports 100% neutral operation and 50% integral or housing grounding, delivering safe, code-compliant protection while simplifying maintenance and procurement for engineering teams.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BFDC3040N Eaton: Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit, Busway, Three-pole, FDC, Plug, Breaker, F Frame (15-225 A), 40A, 200 kAIC at 240 Vac, 100 kAIC at 480 Vac, 35 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
P3BFDC3040N
UPC
786683008075
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
ANSI CSA Certified IEEE Certified UL 857
Circuit Breaker Frame
F
Design
Pow-R-Way III
Grounding Options
50% Integral/Housing
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
40A
Interrupt rating
200 kAIC at 240 Vac, 100 kAIC at 480 Vac, 35 kAIC at 600 Vac
Neutral Options
100%
Application
Busway
Product Category
Plug
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 40A amperage rating paired with 200 kAIC at 240 VAC delivers rapid fault clearance, minimizing arc energy and equipment damage in live-buswork conditions, improving system availability in manufacturing lines. Application: factory automation and plant power distribution. This device’s 100% Neutral and 50% integral/housing grounding option reduces ground fault paths, enhancing fault detection and safety in critical processes. Application: data centers and process plants. The Pow-R-Way III three-pole F-frame design allows plug-in installation within busway configurations, cutting installation time by eliminating cross-wiring, ideal for modular expansions and retrofit projects. Application: modular industrial facilities. Compliance and warranty support, including NEMA, UL 857 certification and a one-year (or 18-month from shipment) policy, address maintenance planning and total cost of ownership. Application: long-term capital equipment investments. Its dimensions and weight—12.36 in length, 21.2 in height, 5.43 in width, and 25 lb—facilitate enclosure fit checks and field transport; providing predictability during installation schedules.
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FAQs
Yes. It is a three-pole F-frame plug-in unit designed specifically for Pow-R-Way III busway configurations, enabling fast, modular protection with minimal wiring.
It provides 200 kAIC at 240 VAC, 100 kAIC at 480 VAC, and 35 kAIC at 600 VAC, ensuring rapid fault clearance across standard industrial voltages.
Yes. It offers 100% neutral and 50% integral or housing grounding to meet safety and fault path requirements in diverse installations.
The unit is UL 857 listed and ANSI/CSA/IEEE certified, with NEMA compliance, supporting regulatory requirements and interoperability.
Length 12.36 in, height 21.2 in, width 5.43 in, and weight 25 lb, enabling accurate enclosure matching and easier field handling.