Eaton S48N11S05 General-Purpose Transformer - UL Listed
Part Number: S48N11S05
Quick Summary
Eaton general purpose encapsulated transformer is a compact, reliable power solution for control panels and light industrial equipment. For maintenance teams, downtime and miswiring risk cut productivity and raise costs. UL Listed certification ensures safety compliance, while the NEMA 3R enclosure supports indoor-outdoor operation in demanding environments. Designed for 60 Hz, single-phase service with a 5 kVA rating and 480 V primary feeding 120/240 V secondary, it streamlines panel design, installation, and maintenance. This combination also reduces spare-part variety and supports streamlined procurement for power distribution upgrades and facility modernization.
Product Information
Extended Description
S48N11S05 Eaton: Eaton General purpose encapsulated transformer, EP, aluminum, NEMA 3R, 177, 60 Hz, single-phase, 480 V, 120/240 V, NONE, 115 °C rise, 5 KVA, indoor-outdoor, 524H
Product Name
Eaton General purpose encapsulated transformer
Catalog Number
S48N11S05
UPC
786680087868
Product Length/Depth
9.89 in
Product Height
16 in
Product Width
10.38 in
Product Weight
124 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.
Certifications
UL Listed
Coil material
Aluminum
Design
EP
Enclosure
NEMA 3R
Frame
177
Tap size
None
Type
General-Purpose Encapsulated Transformer
Wiring connection
524H
Frequency rating
60 Hz
Phase
Single-phase
Primary voltage
480 V
Secondary Voltage
120/240 V
Temperature rise
115 °C rise
Volt ampere rating
5 kVA
Weathershield
Indoor-Outdoor
Feature: 5 kVA, 480 V primary with 120/240 V secondary; single-phase at 60 Hz. Business Impact: Enables efficient power transformation for control circuits while keeping transformer footprint compact, reducing cabinet size and material costs. Application: Ideal for control panels, machine dashboards, and small power distribution cabinets. Feature: Aluminum coil and robust EP design in a NEMA 3R enclosure. Business Impact: Improves thermal performance and mechanical durability, lowering overheating risk and maintenance intervals. Application: Outdoor or indoor installations subject to variable conditions in industrial environments. Feature: Indoor-Outdoor Weathershield and 524H wiring connection. Business Impact: Simplifies installation by allowing flexible routing and standardized wiring, reducing wiring errors and installation time. Application: Equipment rooms, outdoor shelters, and retrofit projects. Feature: 115 °C rise rating and UL Listed certification. Business Impact: Delivers reliable operation under peak load while meeting safety and code compliance, reducing warranty exposure and replacement costs. Application: Critical loads in manufacturing lines and data-friendly control panels. Feature: 9.89 in depth, 16 in height, 10.38 in width and 124 lb weight. Business Impact: Predictable form factor eases retrofit planning and cabinet integration, lowering engineering complexity. Application: Retrofit projects, upgrade paths, and spaces with tight footprint constraints. Insight: The transformer’s design choices—EP encapsulation, aluminum windings, and rugged enclosure—support lower lifecycle costs, faster installation, and predictable performance in typical industrial power-distribution scenarios.
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FAQs
The S48N11S05 is ideal for control panels, machine dashboards, and small power distribution cabinets in light industrial settings. With a 5 kVA rating and a 480 V primary feeding 120/240 V secondary, it supports multiple loads from a single transformer, simplifying panel design and minimizing cabinet footprint.
Key specs include a 5 kVA rating, 480 V primary voltage, 120/240 V secondary voltage, single-phase operation, 60 Hz frequency, aluminum coil, and an 115 °C rise rating. It is UL Listed and designed for indoor-outdoor use in NEMA 3R enclosures.
Yes. The transformer is UL Listed and housed in a NEMA 3R enclosure suitable for indoor-outdoor environments. It also features a 60 Hz single-phase configuration with a 5 kVA rating and 120/240 V secondary windings, meeting common industrial safety and performance codes.
Absolutely. Its encapsulated design, rugged enclosure, and standard voltages reduce wiring errors and downtime. The aluminum windings and robust enclosure withstand field conditions, which lowers replacement frequency and maintenance labor while improving overall equipment reliability.
The 5 kVA rating supports multiple loads from a single unit, reducing the number of transformers needed. Combined with a NEMA 3R enclosure and UL Listing, this transformer lowers spare-part inventory, speeds installation, and enhances reliability—delivering faster project timelines and long-term energy-management and maintenance savings.