Eaton P3BFWF3040VGN Pow-R-Way III Plug-In Unit - 40 kAIC
Part Number: P3BFWF3040VGN
Quick Summary
The Eaton P3BFWF3040VGN Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit provides reliable overcurrent protection for busway-based power distribution in industrial and commercial panels. This design addresses common pain points such as cramped spaces, complex wiring, and limited grounding options by offering a compact, plug-in solution with straightforward field replacement. It carries key certifications—ANSI CSA UL 857 and IEEE Certified—alongside NEMA compliance to support regulatory programs and safety standards in demanding environments. With 100% Neutral, 50% Internal Ground, and a vertical hanger, installation is streamlined, reducing commissioning time and maintenance costs while enabling scalable growth for evolving power architectures. This makes it a practical choice for OEMs and integrators deploying modular, future-proof electrical distribution.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BFWF3040VGN Eaton: Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit, Vertical hanger, Busway, Three-pole, FWF, Plug, Breaker, F Frame (15-225 A), 40A, 40 kAIC at 220-240 Vac, 100% Neutral, 50% Internal Ground
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BFWF3040VGN
UPC
782116941186
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 UL 857 IEEE Certified
Circuit Breaker Frame
F
Design
Pow-R-Way III
Grounding Options
50% Internal
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
40A
Interrupt rating
40 kAIC at 220-240 Vac
Neutral Options
100%
Application
Busway
Product Category
Plug
Special features
Vertical hanger
Feature: Three-pole F-frame design for balanced three-phase protection → Business Impact: Ensures coordinated protection across all phases, reducing fault propagation and equipment damage → Application: Ideal for 3-phase busway distribution in commercial and light industrial panels. Long-tail keywords: three-pole circuit breaker, F-frame protection, three-phase protection. Feature: 40A amperage rating with 40 kAIC at 220–240 VAC → Business Impact: High fault current handling for rapid isolation and equipment safety → Application: Suitable for moderate-load busway systems where fast interrupting capability matters. Long-tail keywords: 40A circuit breaker, 40 kAIC rating, 220-240 VAC. Feature: 100% Neutral and 50% Internal Ground → Business Impact: Improves system balance and safety compliance, simplifying grounding schemes → Application: Critical for busway installations requiring full-neutral operation and robust grounding strategies. Long-tail keywords: 100% neutral, internal grounding, busway grounding. Feature: Vertical hanger and plug-in form factor → Business Impact: Reduces installation time and space requirements, enables modular upgrades → Application: Efficient in compact control cabinets and retrofit projects. Long-tail keywords: vertical mounting, plug-in unit, modular installation. Feature: Pow-R-Way III busway compatibility → Business Impact: Seamless integration with existing busway infrastructure, enabling scalable distribution → Application: OEM and integrator deployments seeking rapid expansion. Long-tail keywords: Pow-R-Way III, busway compatibility, modular busway. Feature: Certifications and compliance (ANSI CSA UL 857 IEEE, NEMA) → Business Impact: Regulatory confidence reduces project risk and acceptance time → Application: Essential for regulated industrial environments and validated panel builds. Long-tail keywords: ANSI CSA UL 857 IEEE Certified, NEMA compliant, regulatory compliance. Feature: Compact dimensions and weight (12.36 in L × 21.2 in H × 5.43 in W; 25 lb) → Business Impact: Fits tight panel spaces, supports lightweight installation crew requirements → Application: Space-constrained electrical rooms and retrofit scenarios. Long-tail keywords: compact circuit breaker, panel space savings, lightweight electrical components. Feature: 40A, 40 kAIC rating and 100% Neutral → Business Impact: Robust protection for critical loads with clear fault-current handling → Application: Busway distribution protecting motors, drives, and controllers. Long-tail keywords: fault current protection, load protection, 40A 40kAIC. Feature: Warranty and support (one year from installation or 18 months from shipment) → Business Impact: Post-sale assurance reduces total cost of ownership and maintenance planning → Application: System integrators and OEMs seeking reliable vendor support.
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FAQs
Installation is streamlined by a plug-in design and vertical hanger that fits the Pow-R-Way III busway framework. The unit is three-pole, 40A, with a 40 kAIC interrupt rating at 220–240 VAC, and a 100% neutral with 50% internal grounding. For field service, simply align, click in, and connect the busway conductors.
Key ratings include a 40A amperage rating and a 40 kAIC interrupt capacity at 220–240 VAC, with three poles. It features a 100% neutral and 50% internal grounding, making it well-suited for balanced three-phase busway distributions and reliable fault isolation.
This unit is specified for 220–240 VAC operation and is not rated for 480V systems. For higher-voltage busway configurations, select a model with the appropriate voltage rating and interrupt capacity to maintain compliant protection and safe operation.
The P3BFWF3040VGN carries ANSI, CSA, UL 857, and IEEE certifications with NEMA compliance. These certifications confirm adherence to recognized safety and performance standards, reducing project risk, ensuring regulatory alignment, and facilitating customer acceptance in regulated industries.
Eaton provides a warranty per policy 25-000: one year from the date of installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever comes first. This coverage supports replacement, technical assistance, and reliability in mission-critical power distribution applications, helping to optimize lifecycle costs and uptime.