Eaton P3BHFWF3040VGNSP Circuit Breaker Plug-In - UL/IEEE
Part Number: P3BHFWF3040VGNSP
Quick Summary
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit safeguards sprinkler-protected busway power distribution in industrial facilities. Engineers face challenges with complex protection schemes and maintenance access in tight spaces, and this unit simplifies both by offering a modular, plug-in solution. It carries IEEE and CSA certifications, ANSI and UL 857 compliance, ensuring designs meet broad regulatory requirements and field performance expectations. As a three-pole, 240V device with a 40A rating, it minimizes wiring complexity while accelerating retrofit and expansion projects. With 100% neutral and 50% internal grounding options, it accommodates diverse power architectures and enhances safety. These features translate to higher uptime, lower installation risk, and reduced total cost of ownership across distributed power systems.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BHFWF3040VGNSP Eaton: Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit, Sprinkler-proof, vert hanger, Busway, 3-pole, HFW, Plug, 240V, Breaker, F Frame (15-225 A), 40A, 100 kAIC 220-240, 70 kAIC at 380-415 Vac, 14 kAIC at 660-690 Vac, 100% Neut, 50% Int Grnd
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BHFWF3040VGNSP
UPC
786676013055
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 CSA Certified ANSI UL 857
Circuit Breaker Frame
F
Design
Pow-R-Way III
Fuse type
H class
Grounding Options
50% Internal
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
40A
Interrupt rating
100 kAIC 220-240, 70 kAIC at 380-415 Vac, 14 kAIC at 660-690 Vac
Neutral Options
100%
Voltage rating
240V
Application
Busway
Product Category
Plug
Special features
Sprinkler-proof plug-in, vertical hanger
Sprinkler-proof plug-in, vertical hanger design improves installation speed and safety, reducing on-site risk and downtime during updates or expansions. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The plug-in unit’s sprinkler-proof construction minimizes environmental exposure in risk-prone facilities, enabling rapid panel modernization without sprinkler-system compromise, ideal for industrial plants adopting modular power distribution. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 240V three-pole F-frame breaker with 40A rating delivers precise protection for feeders and branch circuits, supporting scalable busway protection strategies while lowering incident costs in data centers and manufacturing lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 100% neutral and 50% internal grounding options simplify fault management and grounding schemes, aiding compliance with evolving electrical codes while speeding commissioning in warehouses and process plants. Feature → Business Impact → Application: High interrupt ratings across voltages (100 kAIC at 220–240V, 70 kAIC at 380–415V, 14 kAIC at 660–690V) ensure robust fault clearing for critical loads, reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEMA compliant, UL 857, IEEE and CSA certifications support universal project approvals and cross-border deployments, decreasing procurement risk and accelerating vendor qualification for power distribution retrofit projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Sprinkler-proof, plug-in, vertical-hanger capabilities enable quick upgrades in busway environments with minimal disassembly, cutting labor costs and enabling phased modernization in large industrial facilities.
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FAQs
The unit is a plug-in, three-pole breaker designed for busway distributions. It mounts with a vertical hanger and connects directly to busway interfaces, enabling quick field upgrades without extensive rewiring. Its sprinkler-proof design and NEMA-compliant housing simplify installation in challenging environments while maintaining a clean, modular protection approach.
This device is rated at 40A with a 240V nominal voltage. Its interrupt ratings are 100 kAIC at 220–240V, 70 kAIC at 380–415V, and 14 kAIC at 660–690V, providing robust fault clearing across typical industrial and higher-end commercial applications. Neutral is 100% available, with 50% internal grounding options for flexible grounding schemes.
Yes. The P3BHFWF3040VGNSP is sprinkler-proof and built to meet NEMA guidelines, UL 857, IEEE, CSA, and ANSI standards. This makes it suitable for compliance-driven projects in factories, data centers, and facilities where sprinkler systems and strict code adherence are requirements.
Dimensions are 12.36 in depth, 21.2 in height, and 5.43 in width, with an approximate weight of 25 lb. Plan space for a compact plug-in unit within the panel, accounting for wiring access, mounting clearances, and the vertical-hanger mechanism. The 240V, 40A, 3-pole configuration fits standard busway plug-in interfaces in most industrial envelopes.
The modular, plug-in approach reduces installation time and field labor, lowers wiring complexity, and simplifies future upgrades. With sprinkler-proof protection, 100% neutral availability, and broad certifications, projects experience lower commissioning risk and improved uptime, translating to reduced downtime costs and faster time-to-value for power distribution modernization.