Eaton P3BMDL3600 Circuit Breaker Plug-In Unit - IEEE UL 857
Part Number: P3BMDL3600
Quick Summary
The Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit is a heavy-duty protective device designed for busway-based power distribution. Engineers often struggle with selecting a unit that combines high interrupt ratings with easy integration into large busway systems. This model is IEEE certified, UL 857 listed, and CSA certified, with ANSI/NEMA compliance to meet stringent industrial standards. With a three-pole M-frame design and a 600 A amperage rating, it delivers reliable protection while reducing coordination complexity in modern switchgear. Designed for modular assemblies, it supports 50% integral or housing grounding and simplifies maintenance, making lifecycle costs more predictable. These features translate into measurable business value by improving uptime, simplifying installation, and maintaining regulatory compliance across demanding facilities.
Product Information
Extended Description
P3BMDL3600 Eaton: Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit, Busway, Three-pole, MDL, Plug, Breaker, M Frame (300-800 A), 600A, 65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 50 kAIC at 480 Vac, 25 kAIC at 600 Vac, None, 50% Integral or Housing Ground
Product Name
Eaton Pow-R-Way III circuit breaker plug-in unit
Catalog Number
P3BMDL3600
UPC
786683019552
Product Length/Depth
19.65 in
Product Height
45.89 in
Product Width
10.15 in
Product Weight
136 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 UL 857 CSA Certified ANSI
Circuit Breaker Frame
M
Design
Pow-R-Way III
Grounding Options
50% Integral/Housing
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Type
Breaker
Amperage Rating
600A
Interrupt rating
65 kAIC at 240 Vac, 50 kAIC at 480 Vac, 25 kAIC at 600 Vac
Application
Busway
Product Category
Plug
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The three-pole M-frame Pow-R-Way III plug-in design delivers robust protection with precise trip coordination, reducing unscheduled outages in high-current busway runs. This supports uptime in manufacturing lines and distribution hubs where reliability is non-negotiable. Application: large industrial facilities with dense busway layouts. Feature → Business Impact → Application: A 600 A amperage rating paired with interrupt ratings of 65 kAIC at 240 V, 50 kAIC at 480 V, and 25 kAIC at 600 V provides scalable protection for varying load profiles, minimizing arc-flash risk and equipment damage. Application: critical power corridors and large motor drives. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Grounding options offering 50% integral or housing grounding simplify installation in retrofit scenarios, reducing wiring complexity and maintenance time. Application: retrofit projects and modular expansions. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compact three-pole design with MDL plug-in compatibility supports quick swaps and streamlined cabinet design, accelerating project timelines. Application: new construction and upgrades. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compliance with NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, UL 857 ensures regulatory alignment, enabling smoother audits and reducing compliance overhead. Application: facilities pursuing rigorous safety and standard adherence. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Clear cataloging as P3BMDL3600 enhances procurement efficiency, supporting just-in-time stocking and reducing total cost of ownership across multi-site deployments.
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FAQs
Yes. The P3BMDL3600 is designed as a plug-in unit within Eaton Pow-R-Way III family for busway installations. It employs a three-pole M-frame configuration with a 19.65 in depth, 45.89 in height, and 10.15 in width, supporting 600 A service and 50% integral or housing grounding. Its MDL plug-in design facilitates rapid swaps and straightforward cabinet integration.
The unit provides 600 A amperage with interrupt ratings of 65 kAIC at 240 VAC, 50 kAIC at 480 VAC, and 25 kAIC at 600 VAC. This range supports reliable fault interruption across common industrial service voltages and helps maintain upstream protection coordination in busway networks.
Yes. The P3BMDL3600 features a three-pole design on an M-frame and is specifically intended for busway applications. Its rating and grounding options make it well-suited for demanding manufacturing floors, data centers, and large-scale distribution centers where modular protection and rapid retrievability are critical.
The unit is IEEE certified, UL 857 listed, and CSA certified, with ANSI/NEMA compliance. It also adheres to NEMA and other industry standards, ensuring safety, regulatory alignment, and smoother audits for industrial facilities handling critical electrical distribution.
The plug-in design reduces maintenance time by enabling quick replacement without disturbing surrounding busway connections. Its 600 A rating and high interrupt capacities minimize downstream damage and downtime, while IEEE/UL/CSA certifications simplify compliance. Overall, it lowers lifecycle costs through improved uptime, easier installs, and predictable maintenance scheduling.