Eaton SPC160480D2P Surge Protection Device - UL 1449
Part Number: SPC160480D2P
Quick Summary
The Eaton SPC160480D2P surge protection device protects 480V delta industrial panels from transient surges, ensuring critical drives and controllers stay online. Engineers often wrestle with unplanned downtime and accelerated component wear when surge events bypass or overwhelm inadequate protection. This unit delivers UL 1449 certification, a rugged NEMA 4X enclosure, and UL1283 5th Edition filtering to meet harsh environment and EMI/EMC requirements. Its external side mounting simplifies installation in retrofit projects, while the 10-year warranty supports predictable maintenance planning and total cost of ownership. Designed for 480V delta systems, it integrates with existing protection schemes and provides measurable reliability gains for motors, sensors, and PLC-based control architectures.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPC160480D2P Eaton: Surge Protection Device, SPC series, 160 kA, 480V Delta, NEMA 4X, Filtering, UL1283 5th Edition
Product Name
Eaton SPC series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPC160480D2P
UPC
786680216466
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, UL1283 5th Edition
Voltage rating
480V Delta
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Mounting Method
External side
Interrupt rating
160 kAIC
Series
SPC
High surge capability is a core feature, with 160 kAIC interrupt rating designed for 480V delta circuits. This protection level translates directly into fewer interruptions in motor drives and programmable logic controllers during transient events. In practice, you’ll see reduced equipment stress, longer drive life, and lower maintenance costs as surges are clipped before they propagate downstream. For manufacturing lines, this means higher uptime and steadier process control. EMI and filtering are addressed with UL1283 5th Edition specifications built into the SPC160480D2P. The result is cleaner electrical noise profiles on control networks, improved PLC communications, and fewer spurious alarms during spikes. This is particularly valuable for Ethernet-based control, servo loops, and instrumentation in robotics or packaging lines, where even small EMI variations can impact precision or throughput. Enclosure and environmental resilience matter in harsh facilities. The NEMA 4X rating protects the unit from moisture, corrosion, and dust ingress, enabling reliable operation in washdown zones, outdoor installations, and chemical processing areas. When you pair this with rugged construction and UL 1449 compliance, the SPC160480D2P becomes a dependable anchor for your protection scheme in demanding environments. Installation convenience adds value on project timelines. External side mounting reduces cabinet modifications, simplifies field wiring, and supports faster retrofits into existing panels. With a compact footprint (7.5 in depth, 8.5 in height, 3.19 in width) and a modest 4 lb weight, technicians can place it where space is limited and still achieve robust protection. From a procurement perspective, the combination of 10-year warranty, UL certifications, and a defined catalog number (SPC160480D2P) lowers total cost of ownership. By consolidating surge protection, filtering, and rugged enclosure in a single device, engineering teams can standardize protection across multiple lines and reduce spares inventory.
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The SPC160480D2P is designed specifically for 480V Delta circuits and features an external side mounting option for easy retrofits. Its compact footprint and 4 lb weight simplify panel planning and field installation, making it suitable for motor drives, PLCs, and sensing networks within 480V delta systems.
This device carries UL 1449 certification for surge protection devices, UL1283 5th Edition filtering for EMI suppression, and a NEMA 4X enclosure rating. These certifications confirm regulatory compliance, reliability in harsh environments, and EMI/EMC performance essential for sensitive automation equipment.
160 kAIC is the interrupt rating indicating the device can safely absorb and interrupt extremely high surge currents. This reduces the likelihood of downstream equipment damage, resulting in fewer maintenance events and longer mean time between failures for drives, controllers, and sensors in demanding industrial settings.
External side mounting supports quick retrofits without extensive cabinet modifications. With dimensions of 7.5 in depth, 8.5 in height, and 3.19 in width, plus a total weight of about 4 lb, installation is straightforward, enabling faster project timelines and reduced commissioning costs.
The SPC160480D2P comes with a 10-year warranty, providing long-term protection against product faults. This reduces lifecycle risk, simplifies budgeting for spare parts, and supports procurement strategies aimed at standardizing protection across multiple lines.