Eaton SPC050240N5P Surge Protection Device - UL 1449
Part Number: SPC050240N5P
Quick Summary
Surge Protection Device from Eaton protects control panels by clamping harmful transient voltages. In harsh environments, unprotected surges can cause downtime and costly repairs, making reliable protection essential. UL 1449 listed, a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure, and a 10-year warranty back industry-leading reliability. Designed for single-phase 240V systems, the SPC050240N5P integrates with external side mounting for flexible panel layouts and easy retrofit. This combination reduces unplanned outages, minimizes equipment damage, and supports ongoing compliance with electrical standards. For engineers and procurement teams, this SPD delivers long-term value by safeguarding motors, drives, PLCs, and sensors while simplifying installation and ongoing maintenance through clear diagnostics and alarm features.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPC050240N5P Eaton: Surge Protection Device, SPC series, 50 kA, 240V, Single-phase, NEMA 4X, Alarm and Form C relay
Product Name
Eaton SPC series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPC050240N5P
UPC
786680215056
Product Length/Depth
5.5 in
Product Height
6 in
Product Width
3.19 in
Product Weight
2.5 lb
Warranty
10 year
Certifications
UL 1449
Special features
Alarm & Form C relay
Voltage rating
240V
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Phase
Single-phase
Mounting Method
External side
Series
SPC
Feature: 50 kA surge current rating combined with a 240V single-phase input. Business impact: Strong transient protection that minimizes equipment damage and downtime, supporting uptime across critical machines like drives, PLCs, and sensors. Application: Control panels in manufacturing lines and automated workflows benefit from reliable surge handling. Feature: NEMA 4X enclosure. Business impact: Enclosure provides environmental protection against dust, moisture, and wash-down, enabling installation in harsh factory floors and outdoor locations without compromising safety. Application: Outdoor racks, wash-down areas, and rugged industrial environments require durable protection. Feature: Alarm and Form C relay. Business impact: Real-time fault signaling to PLCs or HMI systems reduces mean time to repair and enables proactive maintenance scheduling. Application: Automated monitoring and alarm integration for panel diagnostics in process industries. Feature: External side mounting and compact footprint. Business impact: Flexible installation with minimal panel remodeling, saving space and simplifying retrofits in legacy cabinets. Application: Retrofit projects and new installations with tight space constraints in machine centers. Feature: 10-year warranty and UL 1449 certification. Business impact: Predictable total cost of ownership and regulatory confidence for compliance audits. Application: Procurement and facilities teams can rely on long service life for critical protection of drives and sensors.
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FAQs
Install SPC050240N5P by mounting it on the panel's external side, ensuring clearances per code. Connect to a 240V single-phase supply, wire to the protected circuit, and integrate the Alarm and Form C relay into your PLC or HMI for fault signaling. Verify UL 1449 listing and NEMA 4X suitability during commissioning.
SPC050240N5P provides a 50 kA surge current rating at 240V in a single-phase configuration. This protects sensitive drives, PLCs, and sensors from transient events. The device is UL 1449 listed and features a NEMA 4X enclosure, suitable for demanding industrial installations and flexible mounting in external side configurations. This enables rapid upgrades and retrofit compatibility across legacy panels.
Yes. The SPC050240N5P uses a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure that resists dust, moisture, and wash-down exposure, making it suitable for factory floors, outdoor racks, and wet areas. Its compact external side mounting supports flexible placement, while a 10-year warranty and UL listing provide long-term confidence in performance under harsh conditions.
SPC050240N5P is UL 1449 listed, ensuring surge protection performance meets safety standards. The NEMA 4X enclosure provides environmental protection for challenging environments. It also carries a recognized reliability package and a 10-year warranty as part of its overall protection solution.
Implementing this SPD reduces unexpected downtime by guarding critical equipment like drives and PLCs, which lowers maintenance costs over the equipment lifecycle. The built-in alarm and Form C relay simplify fault monitoring, enabling proactive replacements. With a 10-year warranty, total cost of ownership remains predictable while ensuring regulatory compliance.