Eaton SPC120240N4P Surge Protection Device - UL 1449
Part Number: SPC120240N4P
Quick Summary
The Eaton SPC120240N4P surge protection device guards 240V single‑phase circuits from damaging transient surges across industrial panels. Engineers often wrestle with nuisance outages that wear hardware, degrade sensors, and drive maintenance costs. UL 1449 certified with a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure and a 120 kAIC interrupt rating provides compliant, dependable protection in harsh production environments. Featuring an external side mounting and a Form C relay, it integrates cleanly into existing protection schemes and supports remote signaling for early fault detection. This configuration delivers practical business value through reduced downtime, longer equipment life, and lower maintenance costs, while keeping safety and compliance top of mind. It also aligns with common surge protection device strategies for industrial electrical protection and reliability.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPC120240N4P Eaton: Surge Protection Device, SPC series, 120 kA, 240V, Single-phase, NEMA 4X, Form C relay
Product Name
Eaton SPC series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPC120240N4P
UPC
786685999197
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
Type
Surge protection device
Special features
Form C relay
Voltage rating
240V
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Phase
Single-phase
Mounting Method
External side
Interrupt rating
120 kAIC
Series
SPC
High surge capability with 120 kAIC interrupt rating delivers immediate protection for expensive drives, PLCs, and motor controllers, reducing the risk of catastrophic damage and unplanned downtime. The business impact is clear: extended equipment life, fewer field repairs, and lower spare-part costs for transient events. In application, this 240V single‑phase SPD is ideal for distribution panels and control cabinets in manufacturing lines where reliability drives productivity and safety. The NEMA 4X enclosure provides weatherproof, wash-down resistant protection, enabling installation in harsh or wet environments without compromising performance. Coupled with a Form C relay output, it supports alarm signaling to SCADA or building management systems, enabling proactive maintenance and faster fault isolation. External side mounting simplifies retrofits and field installations, reducing labor time and project risk. The 10-year warranty and UL 1449 certification reinforce long-term value, compliance, and customer confidence for industrial protection strategies.
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FAQs
The SPC120240N4P uses external side mounting, designed to fit standard 240V distribution panels and control cabinets. Its compact footprint (5.5 in length, 6 in height, 3.19 in width) simplifies retrofits and reduces the need for enclosure modification. Proper installation ensures reliable surge protection while preserving access to the Form C relay for signaling and remote alarm integration with existing protection schemes.
This surge protection device offers a 120 kAIC interrupt rating, providing robust defense against high-energy transients typical in industrial environments. The 240V single-phase configuration aligns with common plant circuits. UL 1449 certification confirms compliance with safety standards, while the NEMA 4X enclosure ensures durability in challenging spaces. Together, these specs help minimize equipment damage and related downtime.
Yes. The SPC120240N4P features a NEMA 4X enclosure, engineered for moisture, dust, and wash-down resistant settings. This makes it well-suited for manufacturing floors, outdoor panels, and other harsh environments where reliable surge protection is essential. Its rugged design helps maintain protection without frequent maintenance or enclosure exposure concerns.
The device is UL 1449 listed, reflecting compliance with recognized safety standards for surge protection devices. It also uses a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure suitable for challenging environments. These certifications support regulatory compliance for industrial electrical protection programs, reduce acceptance risk for facilities, and help streamline audits and procurement specifications.
The SPC120240N4P provides tangible ROI through reduced downtime, protection of sensitive control electronics, and extended asset life in 240V systems. The Form C relay enables early fault signaling to SCADA or maintenance teams, improving response times. A 10‑year warranty further lowers lifecycle costs by reducing replacement and maintenance expenses over the device’s service life.