Eaton P3BKD3175GN Circuit Breaker Plug-In Unit - UL/CSA Certified
Part Number: P3BKD3175GN
Quick Summary
The Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit protects busway-fed power in industrial facilities. Engineers often wrestle with reliable protection, quick replacement, and scalable fault ratings across varying voltages. UL 857, CSA certification, and IEEE alignment provide critical safety and performance assurances for harsh industrial environments, while ANSI standards support consistent electrical practices. This plug-in unit combines a three-pole, K-frame design with 100% neutral and 50% internal grounding to streamline installation, minimize wiring, and reduce downtime in busy distribution racks. The result is a dependable, scalable protection solution that integrates smoothly with Pow-R-Way III busways and modern power management strategies.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BKD3175GN Eaton: Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit, Busway, Three-pole, KD, Plug, Breaker, K Frame (70-400 A), 175A, 65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 35 kAIC at 480 Vac, 25 kAIC at 600 Vac, 100% Neutral, 50% Internal Ground
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BKD3175GN
UPC
786683000628
Product Length/Depth
13.29 in
Product Height
34.41 in
Product Width
7.79 in
Product Weight
53 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
CSA Certified UL 857 IEEE Certified ANSI
Circuit Breaker Frame
K
Design
Pow-R-Way III
Grounding Options
50% Internal
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
175A
Interrupt rating
65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 35 kAIC at 480 Vac, 25 kAIC at 600 Vac
Neutral Options
100%
Application
Busway
Product Category
Plug
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The Pow-R-Way III three-pole plug-in unit uses a K-frame design for busway protection, delivering reliable, scalable protection that reduces installation time and maintenance costs in manufacturing and processing plants. Application: Ideal for busway distribution networks where space constraints and rapid turnout replacement are critical. Feature → Business Impact → Application: It achieves high fault tolerance with 65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 35 kAIC at 480 Vac, and 25 kAIC at 600 Vac, minimizing downtime and arc-flash risk during faults. Application: Suitable for high-demand industrial environments requiring robust protection across voltages. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With 100% Neutral and 50% Internal Ground, wiring complexity is reduced and grounding integrity is preserved, improving safety and compliance during commissioning. Application: Beneficial in multi-panel busway installations where neutral loading and grounding reliability matter. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compliance and certification stack—NEMA, UL 857, CSA, IEEE, ANSI—provides regulatory confidence and faster audits, shortening project timelines. Application: Essential for regulated facilities and industries with strict safety requirements. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Plug-in, busway-ready design enables quick replacements and streamlined maintenance, reducing downtime and service windows. Application: Ideal for facilities prioritizing uptime and fast changeouts in evolving power architectures. Warranty and support: The Eaton 25-000 policy offers a one-year installation window or 18 months from shipment, ensuring post-installation support and product reliability across lifecycle planning.
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FAQs
The P3BKD3175GN is engineered for seamless integration with Eaton Pow-R-Way III busways. Its plug-in design, three-pole KD configuration, and compatible K-frame form factor streamline mounting, ensure reliable electrical contact, and minimize space requirements in protected busway sections. Proper coupling with the Pow-R-Way III system supports fast replacements and consistent protection across distribution runs.
The unit provides 65 kAIC interrupt rating at 240 VAC, 35 kAIC at 480 VAC, and 25 kAIC at 600 VAC, enabling robust fault current handling across typical industrial voltages. The 175A amperage rating supports mid-to-large capacity busway protection, while maintaining acceptable thermal performance under steady-state operation.
This Eaton plug-in unit carries UL 857 and CSA certifications, with IEEE and ANSI alignment to support industry-standard safety and performance benchmarks. In addition, it is designed to meet NEMA compliance requirements, helping you pass regulatory reviews and audits with confidence.
The device features 100% neutral handling and 50% internal grounding. This arrangement simplifies neutral loading planning, reduces external wiring requirements, and maintains a robust grounding scheme for improved safety and fault clearing performance during distribution operations.
Installation is simplified by the plug-in design, which reduces wiring and commissioning time in busway installations. The warranty follows Eaton policy 25-000, offering one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever occurs first, providing coverage for manufacturing defects and reliability concerns during the critical early lifecycle period.