Eaton SPC160277N7P Surge Protection Device - UL 1449
Part Number: SPC160277N7P
Quick Summary
The Eaton SPC160277N7P surge protection device guards critical electrical systems in industrial controls and commercial panels from transient surges. Engineers often grapple with nuisance tripping, equipment damage, and unexpected downtime caused by evolving power quality in aging facilities. This SPD carries UL 1449 certification and is housed in a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure, making it suitable for harsh environments and outdoor installations. With the SPC160277N7P, you gain reliable, plug-in protection that fits standard 277 V single-phase circuits while offering built-in filtering and a Form C relay for status signaling. This translates to lower maintenance costs, improved uptime, and a clearer path to regulatory compliance in mission-critical applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPC160277N7P Eaton: Surge Protection Device, SPC series, 160 kA, 277V, Single-phase, NEMA 4X, Filtering and Form C relay
Product Name
Eaton SPC series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPC160277N7P
UPC
786680216015
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
Filtering & Form C relay
Voltage rating
277 V
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Phase
Single-phase
Mounting Method
External side
Interrupt rating
160 kAIC
Series
SPC
The SPC160277N7P delivers a high 160 kAIC interrupt rating, enabling robust protection against the largest surges that can occur on 277 V single-phase systems. This translates into meaningful business impact: fewer downstream faults, longer equipment life, and reduced maintenance windows in critical control panels. In practice, engineers deploy this device in industrial and commercial electrical rooms where rapid protection and clear status signaling are essential for uptime and safety. Its built-in filtering and Form C relay provide cleaner power and reliable remote signaling to supervisory controls, supporting faster fault diagnosis and less nuisance tripping in automated lines. The NEMA 4X enclosure further protects internal components from dust, water intrusion, and corrosion, expanding deployment options to outdoor equipment cabinets and washdown areas. External side mounting simplifies retrofits and new installations by aligning with common panel layouts, reducing installation time and labor costs. A 10-year warranty offers long-term confidence and total-cost-of-ownership benefits, while the 277 V rating aligns with standard facility power. In short, SPC160277N7P combines rugged protection with practical installation and measurable reliability improvements for demanding industrial environments.
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FAQs
Mounting is designed for convenience with external side installation on standard enclosures. Verify panel clearance, route conductor wires per NEC guidelines, and secure the device using the provided mounting provisions. This approach minimizes wiring errors, simplifies future upgrades, and supports easy access for testing and maintenance in tight control-panel spaces.
The SPC160277N7P is a 277 V single-phase surge protection device with a 160 kAIC interrupt rating. It features UL 1449 certification, a NEMA 4X enclosure, and built-in filtering plus a Form C relay for signaling. These specs ensure robust transient protection, reliable operation in demanding environments, and compatibility with common facility power architectures.
Yes. The NEMA 4X enclosure provides sealing against dust and water ingress, enabling outdoor and washdown-area deployments. Its rugged construction supports exposure to challenging conditions typical of industrial sites, while maintaining protection for the internal surge protection components and signaling relays.
This device is UL 1449 listed, confirming compliance with established surge protection safety standards. The enclosure is rated NEMA 4X, enabling use in harsh environments. The combination of UL certification and robust enclosure protection ensures reliable performance and regulatory alignment for critical electrical systems.
By absorbing large transient events and preventing downstream equipment faults, the SPC160277N7P reduces unplanned downtime and extends equipment life. The 10-year warranty further lowers lifecycle risk, while the Form C relay simplifies monitoring and alerting, enabling faster fault diagnosis and potentially lower maintenance labor costs over the asset's life.