Eaton SPC120480N6P Surge Protection Device - UL 1449
Part Number: SPC120480N6P
Quick Summary
The Eaton SPC120480N6P surge protection device protects electrical systems from transient overvoltage in industrial and commercial environments. This protection helps minimize unplanned downtime and equipment damage caused by lightning and switching surges. End users often face nuisance outages and costly repairs when protective devices aren’t fast and reliable enough. The SPC120480N6P is UL 1449 listed and housed in a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure, with a compact footprint and external side mounting for straightforward retrofits. Its 120 kAIC interrupt rating and 488 V rating provide robust protection for single-phase applications while built-in filtering and an alarm assist continuous condition monitoring. The combination of long warranty and Eaton's engineering support translates into lower maintenance costs and greater system uptime, aligning with reliability and safety objectives for critical facilities.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPC120480N6P Eaton: Surge Protection Device, SPC series, 120 kA, 488V, Single-phase, NEMA 4X, Filtering and Alarm
Product Name
Eaton SPC series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPC120480N6P
UPC
786680215698
Product Length/Depth
7.5 in
Product Height
8.5 in
Product Width
3.19 in
Product Weight
4 lb
Warranty
10 year
Certifications
UL 1449
Type
Surge protection device
Special features
Filtering & Alarm
Voltage rating
488 V
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Phase
Single-phase
Mounting Method
External side
Interrupt rating
120 kAIC
Series
SPC
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The SPC120480N6P delivers a 120 kAIC interrupt rating, which translates to high surge tolerance and reduced risk of protector failure, lowering downtime and extending equipment life in manufacturing lines and data-center ancillary circuits. This performance supports mission-critical operations where uptime directly affects production output and service levels; install it in control panels or switchgear with 488 V single-phase feeds to ensure consistent protection. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The integrated filtering and alarm enable proactive condition monitoring, enabling maintenance teams to detect degradation early and schedule replacements before faults propagate, cutting unexpected outages and maintenance costs. This device's NEMA 4X enclosure and external side mounting simplify installation in exposed and space-constrained environments, improving retrofit efficiency for legacy systems. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The compact footprint (7.5 in L, 8.5 in H, 3.19 in W) and 4 lb weight offer flexible mounting options and fast wiring, supporting quick deployment in new builds and expanded facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With UL 1449 compliance and a 10-year warranty, the SPC120480N6P delivers long-term reliability and regulatory confidence, reducing total cost of ownership while ensuring compliance in safety audits and procurement specs. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The single-phase, external-side mounting design minimizes wiring complexity and simplifies retrofits, helping electrical teams upgrade existing protection schemes without major panel rewiring or downtime.
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FAQs
Yes. The SPC120480N6P is designed for single-phase 488 V systems and uses an external side mounting method, making retrofits straightforward. Its compact footprint fits many control panels, switchgear, and outdoor enclosures without requiring major rewiring, while wiring can be routed for direct integration with minimal downtime.
Key specs include a 120 kAIC interrupt rating, 488 V nominal voltage, NEMA 4X enclosure, and UL 1449 listing. It features filtering and an alarm to monitor status, supporting reliable protection for critical loads and enabling rapid fault notification to maintenance teams.
Yes. The NEMA 4X enclosure provides enhanced protection against dust, water ingress, and corrosive environments, making it suitable for outdoor installations and challenging factory floor conditions. The rugged build helps maintain protection performance with minimal maintenance across seasons.
The built-in alarm and filtration support predictive maintenance, reducing unexpected outages and extending asset life. A 10-year warranty underlines long-term reliability, while UL 1449 compliance simplifies regulatory alignment and procurement. Overall, uptime gains and lower maintenance costs contribute to a favorable return on investment.
Technical documentation is available from Eaton, including the SPC120480N6P specification sheet. Access the datasheet for wiring diagrams, installation guidelines, voltage ratings, and compliance details to ensure correct selection and safe integration within your system.