Eaton SPM120480D3R Surge Protection Device - RoHS Compliant
Part Number: SPM120480D3R
Quick Summary
Surge Protection Device safeguards critical electrical equipment in industrial control panels and manufacturing lines. End users often contend with nuisance outages from transient voltage spikes that damage drives, PLCs, and sensors. This model, featuring 120 kA per phase on a 480 Delta (3W+G) system and a NEMA 4 enclosure with an internal circuit breaker, carries certifications including CSA, UL 1283, and UL 1449. With RoHS compliance and a 15-year warranty (20 years when registered on Eaton’s SPD program), it supports long-term reliability while reducing maintenance costs. The result is a robust protection solution that aligns with procurement and maintenance workflows, delivering measurable uptime and asset protection for industrial automation environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPM120480D3R Eaton: Surge Protective Device, Max series, Single module, 120 kA per phase, 480 Delta (3W+G), Standard with surge counter, NEMA 4 with internal circuit breaker
Product Name
Eaton SPD MAX series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPM120480D3R
UPC
786685914817
Product Length/Depth
9.3 in
Product Height
17.5 in
Product Width
14.91 in
Product Weight
50 lb
Warranty
15 years from the date of delivery (20 years when registered on www.eaton.com/spd)
Compliances
RoHS Compliant
Certifications
CSA Std. C22.2 No. 8-M1986 UL 1283 CSA Electrical Notice NO. 516 Edition 1 UL 1449
Voltage rating
480 Delta (3W+G)
Enclosure
NEMA 4 with internal circuit breaker
Type
Max series
Special features
Standard with surge counter
Feature 1: 120 kA per phase surge rating. Business Impact: Provides strong transient suppression to minimize equipment damage and unplanned downtime, enabling safer starts for motors and drives. Application: Motor control centers and automated lines where high-energy surges are common. Industry context: reduces outage-driven repair costs and extends asset life. Feature 2: 480 Delta (3W+G) configuration. Business Impact: Compatible with common three-phase power networks with ground, improving protection coverage and system reliability. Application: Panel boards and switchgear in manufacturing facilities. Feature 3: NEMA 4 enclosure with internal circuit breaker. Business Impact: Weather-resistant protection and built-in protection control streamline installation and maintenance. Application: Outdoor or damp locations, easy retrofits. Feature 4: Standard surge counter. Business Impact: Enables trending and proactive maintenance, lowering long-term operational risk. Application: Condition-based asset management with event logging. Feature 5: RoHS compliant with long warranty. Business Impact: Regulatory compliance and predictable lifecycle costs, reducing total cost of ownership. Application: Corporate sustainability programs and regulated environments. Feature 6: Certifications and reliability. Business Impact: Meets UL and CSA standards for trusted performance, simplifying audits and approvals. Application: Electrical protection in compliance-driven facilities.
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FAQs
The SPM120480D3R is designed for 480 Delta three-phase plus ground networks and features a NEMA 4 enclosure with an internal circuit breaker for straightforward panel integration. Install in a suitable enclosure or panel, connect each phase to the protective module, and verify grounding. Ensure compatibility with existing surge protection strategy and observe safety procedures during commissioning to achieve optimal protection and uptime.
The device provides 120 kA per phase protection, suitable for challenging industrial environments. It protects motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control electronics from transient overvoltages typical in manufacturing facilities. This rating helps minimize nuisance outages and equipment damage, supporting longer equipment life and improved process reliability.
This SPD MAX unit carries RoHS compliance and certifications including UL 1283, UL 1449, and CSA Std. C22.2 No. 8. These certifications validate electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and performance under standard conditions, simplifying procurement, audits, and ensuring compliance with industry and regional requirements.
Eaton offers a 15-year warranty from the date of delivery, with an extended 20-year warranty option when registered on Eaton's SPD program. The unit includes a surge counter for event tracking, enabling proactive maintenance planning and lifecycle cost control across multiple facilities.
Deploying this SPD reduces unplanned downtime by mitigating transient overvoltages that damage critical equipment, extends the life of motors and drives, and simplifies compliance with RoHS and safety standards. The combination of a durable NEMA 4 enclosure, a high surge rating, and warranty support delivers a favorable return on investment through lower maintenance costs and increased process reliability.