Eaton UTH4300UCH Meter Socket - UL Listed 320A
Part Number: UTH4300UCH
Quick Summary
The Eaton UTH4300UCH meter socket provides a 320A, single‑phase service for residential and light commercial installations. In the field, installer challenges such as ensuring compatible hub cover plates, reliable bypass operation, and secure grounding can cause costly delays and safety concerns. UL Listed and backed by utility approvals—ME Central Maine Power, NM El Paso Electric, and TX El Paso Electric—these credentials support fast interconnection and code compliance. Designed for commercial or residential service, this unit supports 600 VAC operation, a lever bypass, and a 5x5 hub cover plate, delivering dependable metering with straightforward installation and reduced parts variety.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTH4300UCH Eaton: Eaton meter socket, 1-pos commercial or resi service, 320A, Over/under, 5x5 inch hub cover plate, 3/8 inch stud, 4-jaw, 1-ph, 3/8 inch stud, Lever bypass, Gnd conn (#14-#2 Cu), Triplex, 3-wire, Ringless, 600 Vac
Product Name
Eaton meter socket
Catalog Number
UTH4300UCH
UPC
782116016525
Product Length/Depth
4.94 in
Product Height
34.5 in
Product Width
13 in
Product Weight
44 lb
Warranty
Eaton Selling Policy 25-000, one (1) year from the date of installation of the Product or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment of the Product, whichever occurs first.
Certifications
UL Listed
Type
Single-position commercial or residential service
Amperage Rating
320A
Feed type
Top/bottom
Number of jaws
Four-jaw
Phase
Single-phase
Utility approvals
ME : Central Maine Power NM : El Paso Electric TX : El Paso Electric
Line
3/8 in stud
Load
3/8 in stud
Number of wires
Three-wire
Hub type
5 x 5 hub cover plate
Security
Ringless
Voltage rating
600 V
Bypass
Lever
Number of sockets
1
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Eaton Specification Sheet - UTH4300UCH
320A amperage rating with three-wire, single-phase design provides a robust metering interface for main service connections. Business impact: minimizes over-sizing and reduces panel bus requirements, improving overall electrical efficiency and safety. Application: ideal for residential or light commercial feeders that demand dependable metering without excess equipment. Four-jaw construction and top/bottom feed versatility ensure secure conductor termination and flexible installation. Business impact: lowers field adaptation needs and cuts installation time by enabling straightforward routing and mounting in standard enclosures. Application: retrofit or new-build metering rooms where space is constrained. The 5x5 hub cover plate with ringless design improves aesthetics and reduces ingress risk, while the lever bypass simplifies maintenance. Business impact: enhances safety and service reliability during testing or outages. Application: essential for regulated metering sites and facilities with frequent maintenance windows. 600 V rated, UL Listed device delivers proven durability for demanding environments. Business impact: ensures compliance with electrical codes and utility interconnection requirements, reducing project risks. Application: suitable for 600 VAC distribution networks and mixed-use facilities that demand rugged, code-compliant metering solutions. Utility approvals for ME, NM, and TX further support quick interconnection and field acceptance. Business impact: accelerates project timelines by aligning with local utility rules. Application: ideal for multi-site deployments requiring consistent metering performance across regions.
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FAQs
The UTH4300UCH supports top or bottom feed, a four-jaw design, and 3/8 inch studs for a robust connection. Plan for a 1‑phase, three-wire service with a 5x5 hub cover plate and ringless security. Verify clearances per local code, ensure proper grounding using appropriate conductors, and use the lever bypass during service testing to minimize downtime.
Yes, the UTH4300UCH is UL Listed, confirming compliance with widely accepted safety standards. It also carries utility approvals for Central Maine Power in Maine, El Paso Electric in New Mexico, and El Paso Electric in Texas, enabling faster interconnection and smoother project approvals in those regions.
Key specs include a 320A amperage rating, 600 V voltage rating, single-phase operation, and three-wire configuration. It uses a four-jaw design with top/bottom feed, a 5x5 hub cover plate, ringless security, and a lever bypass. The product is rated for one socket and supports 3/8 inch conductors on both line and load sides.
The lever bypass provides a straightforward maintenance path, while the hub cover plate and ringless design reduce ingress and simplify field wiring. Its 3/8 inch studs and four-jaw construction ensure secure terminations, and the top/bottom feed configuration enables flexible mounting. These features translate to faster installs, lower labor costs, and reliable service continuity in metering rooms.
Eaton’s warranty policy 25-000 covers one year from installation or 18 months from shipment, whichever occurs first. This minimizes ownership risk and supports total cost of ownership goals. Regular maintenance is simplified by the unit’s robust build, UL Listing, and established utility approvals, reducing unplanned outages and replacement cycles in field deployments.