Eaton SPD080480Y1J Surge Protection Device - UL Listed
Part Number: SPD080480Y1J
Quick Summary
SPD080480Y1J is a surge protection device from Eaton that safeguards motor control centers on 277/480V systems. This helps engineers reduce downtime and equipment wear caused by unpredictable voltage spikes and switching transients in modern facilities. It carries UL 1449 Listed certification and meets or exceeds IBC 2006, CBC 2007, and UBC Zone 4 requirements across facilities. With built in EMI/RFI filtering, a built in surge counter, and an audible alarm, it simplifies diagnostics while protecting drives and MCCs. Compact internal mounting and compatibility with 50/60 Hz systems support faster commissioning and lower installed cost for energy-intensive industries.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPD080480Y1J Eaton: Eaton Surge Protection Device, SPD Series, 80 kA per phase, 480Y/277V (4W+G) rating, 320 L-N, 320 L-G, 320 N-G, 640 L-L MCOV, Internal integrated, Basic feature package, used with Motor control centers
Product Name
Eaton SPD series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPD080480Y1J
UPC
786685324197
Product Length/Depth
9.5 in
Product Height
3.45 in
Product Width
5.4 in
Product Weight
3.5 lb
Warranty
15 year
Certifications
UL 1449 UL Listed
Type
SPD
Special features
Meets or exceeds the requirements specified in IBC ®2006, CBC2007, and UBC®Zone 4. Audible alarm with silence button. Form C relay contact. EMI/RFI filtering, providing up to 50 dB of noise attenuation from 10 kHz to 100 MHz. Surge counter with rest button
Accessories
Basic feature package
Frequency rating
50/60 Hz
Interrupt rating
200 kAIC
Nominal Discharge Current
20 kA
Operating voltage
320 L-N, 320 L-G, 320 N-G, 640 L-L
Used with
Motor control centers
Voltage rating
277/480 wye (4W+G)
Surge current
80 kA per phase
Short-circuit rating
200 kA
Operating temperature
-40 to 50 °C
Mounting Method
Internal integrated
Feature: High transient protection. Business Impact: Shields motors, drives, and MCCs from dangerous surges, reducing unplanned downtime and component wear. Application: Ideal for industrial power distribution in manufacturing lines and process facilities. Feature: Broad voltage and frequency compatibility. Business Impact: Enables rapid deployment across existing MCCs with 277/480 V wye supplies and 50/60 Hz operation, lowering integration risk. Application: Retrofit projects and new panel builds in automation plants. Feature: EMI/RFI filtering up to 50 dB. Business Impact: Improves drive control by reducing electrical noise, enhancing precision in motion systems. Application: Servo drives, VFDs, and multi-axis automation. Feature: Built in diagnostics—surge counter and audible alarm with silence button. Business Impact: Fast fault discovery and reduced maintenance time; supports regulatory traceability. Application: Plant floor panels and switchgear assemblies. Feature: Form C relay contact and internal mounting. Business Impact: Simplifies status signaling and reduces wiring, saving installation time. Application: MCCs and switchgear enclosures in large facilities. Feature: Compliance features including IBC 2006, CBC 2007, UBC Zone 4. Business Impact: Ensures design and installation meet high-seismic and building codes, mitigating risk. Application: Critical infrastructure and industrial buildings.
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FAQs
SPD080480Y1J is designed for internal integration within motor control centers and general panel applications. With an internal mounting method and a compact 9.5 in depth, it fits standard MCC footprints. The unit supports 277/480 V wye operation at 50/60 Hz and includes a basic feature package, EMI/RFI filtering, and a silence-enabled audible alarm for quick diagnostics during installation.
Key electrical ratings include 80 kA per phase surge current, 200 kA short-circuit rating, 320 L-N, 320 L-G, 320 N-G and 640 L-L MCOV, with a 20 kA nominal discharge current. Operating voltage is 277/480 V (4W+G) and the frequency rating is 50/60 Hz. These specs provide robust protection for MCCs against both external surges and internal transients.
SPD080480Y1J carries UL 1449 UL Listed certification, confirming safety and performance under recognized safety standards. The datasheet highlights UL listing; CE or other regional directives are not specified. For projects requiring CE, verify local code requirements or request a conformity statement from the supplier to confirm regional applicability.
SPD080480Y1J is compatible with motor control centers and 277/480 V wye networks at 50/60 Hz. It features internal mounting to save space, a Form C relay contact for signaling, and an audible alarm with silence button for quick diagnostics. EMI/RFI filtering up to 50 dB helps maintain drive performance in electrically noisy environments.
Eaton backs SPD080480Y1J with a 15-year warranty, aligning with long life protection for MCC assets. By preventing drive damage, reducing downtime, and simplifying maintenance with a surge counter and audible alarm, the device offers measurable ROI in plants with volatile power quality or mission-critical machinery.