Eaton SPM250480Y1X Surge Protection Device - RoHS Compliant
Part Number: SPM250480Y1X
Quick Summary
The Eaton SPM250480Y1X surge protection device protects electrical systems from transient surges in industrial control panels. Many engineers struggle with nuisance trips and equipment damage during voltage spikes, leading to costly downtime. Certified to UL 1449 and UL 1283 with CSA oversight and RoHS compliance, this unit is designed for demanding environments. Its NEMA 4X enclosure with an internal terminal block provides rugged, outdoor-ready protection, while the 250 kA per phase rating supports critical loads on 277/480 V Wye systems. The modular Max series design simplifies installation, field upgrades, and maintenance, reducing downtime and total cost of ownership. This combination of protection, compliance, and ease of use delivers measurable reliability for modern automation architectures.
Product Information
Extended Description
SPM250480Y1X Eaton: Surge Protective Device, Max series, Single module, 250 kA per phase, 277/480 Wye (4W+G), Basic, NEMA 4X with internal terminal block
Product Name
Eaton SPD MAX series surge protection device
Catalog Number
SPM250480Y1X
UPC
786685917672
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
UL 1449 CSA Electrical Notice NO. 516 Edition 1 UL 1283 CSA Std. C22.2 No. 8-M1986
Voltage rating
277/480 Wye (4W+G)
Enclosure
NEMA 4X with internal terminal block
Type
Max series
Special features
Basic
Feature: 250 kA per phase protection at 277/480 V Wye. Business Impact: Shields critical loads from high-energy transients, lowering unplanned downtime and equipment wear. Application: Industrial panels and motor drives in 277/480 V systems. Long-tail keywords: surge protection device for 277/480 V, high-energy SPD, transient suppression for industrial controls. Feature: NEMA 4X enclosure with internal terminal block. Business Impact: Enables outdoor and wet/dust-prone installations with reliable wiring, reducing field wiring errors. Application: Outdoor enclosures, damp environments, and harsh factories. Long-tail keywords: weatherproof surge protector, internal terminal block SPD. Feature: Max series modular design. Business Impact: Simplifies upgrades, field servicing, and spare-part planning, lowering maintenance cost over time. Application: Retrofit projects and evolving automation lines. Long-tail keywords: modular SPD MAX series, field-serviceable surge protector. Feature: Compliance and certification suite (RoHS, UL 1449, UL 1283, CSA). Business Impact: Reduces regulatory risk and enables global deployment, supporting procurement and supplier qualification. Application: Global manufacturing and international projects. Long-tail keywords: RoHS compliant SPD, UL tested surge protector, CSA listed protection device. Feature: 15-year warranty (20 years with registration). Business Impact: Improves total cost of ownership and long-term reliability, facilitating budget planning. Application: Asset management for critical production lines. Long-tail keywords: long-term warranty SPD, Eaton SPD warranty, TCO reduction.
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FAQs
For installation, ensure mounting within a NEMA 4X enclosure and use the internal terminal block for wiring. Verify the panel is rated for 277/480 V Wye and that wiring follows local codes and UL guidelines. Allow for straightforward replacement of the single-module SPD and confirm compatibility with existing protection devices in the control panel.
The SPM250480Y1X provides 250 kA per phase protection in a single module configuration, suitable for 277/480 V Wye systems (4W+G). This high-energy rating helps mitigate damaging transients from utility events or switching operations, reducing risk to downstream drives and controls.
Yes. The device features a NEMA 4X enclosure with an internal terminal block, designed for harsh environments including outdoor or damp locations. This enables reliable surge protection in exposed electrical rooms or exterior switchgear without compromising wiring integrity.
This unit is UL 1449 and UL 1283 certified and CSA listed, with RoHS compliance. These certifications support global deployments, regulatory compliance, and supplier qualification across diverse industrial sites.
The SPM250480Y1X carries a 15-year warranty from delivery, extending to 20 years when registered on Eaton’s site. This extended coverage improves total cost of ownership by reducing maintenance risk, lowering expected replacement costs, and providing predictable long-term protection for critical production assets.