Eaton Meter Socket UTH4308UCH - 600 V UL Listed
Part Number: UTH4308UCH
Quick Summary
Eaton meter socket is a single-position service device designed for commercial or residential metering applications. Installation teams often face delays from mis-wired connections, grounding gaps, or incompatible enclosures, which can drive up downtime and costs. UL Listed safety certification and Iowa approval help streamline code compliance while reducing risk, and the unit supports 600 V operation with a 320 A rating for robust utility-scale or urban installs. With a 5x5 hub cover plate, lever bypass, and a four-jaw design, it offers reliable, code-ready performance while fitting standard metering configurations. This makes it a dependable choice for metering products in both new builds and retrofit projects, delivering faster, safer installations and predictable lifecycle costs.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTH4308UCH Eaton: Eaton meter socket, 1-pos commercial or resi service, 320A, Over, 5x5 inch hub cover plate, (2) #250 kcmil, 4-jaw, 1-ph, (2) #250 kcmil, Lever bypass, Gnd conn (#14-#2 Cu), Triplex, 3-wire, 600 Vac
Product Name
Eaton meter socket
Catalog Number
UTH4308UCH
UPC
786685440323
Product Length/Depth
6 in
Product Height
29 in
Product Width
13.75 in
Product Weight
30 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
Catalog Notes
Iowa approved
Type
Single-position commercial or residential service
Amperage Rating
320A
Feed type
Overhead
Number of jaws
Four-jaw
Phase
Single-phase
Line
(2) #250 kcmil
Load
Dual #250 kcmil
Number of wires
Three-wire
Hub type
5 x 5 hub cover plate
Voltage rating
600 V
Number of sockets
1
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Eaton Specification Sheet - UTH4308UCH
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 320 A amperage rating enables high-current demand handling for commercial or large residential services, reducing the need for upsizing at the meter point and cutting equipment costs while improving service reliability in dense building environments. This supports metering installations that expect peak loads during startup or surge events, particularly in multifamily or mixed-use developments. Application: Utility-grade metering installations and retrofit projects where dependable current capacity is essential. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Overhead feed type simplifies routing from utility lines and accelerates field installation, reducing trenching and labor time while enabling cleaner, code-compliant service drops in new construction or modernized facilities. Application: Urban utilities and retrofit projects seeking faster deployment with fewer site tests. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Four-jaw termination and dual #250 kcmil line capability provide secure, high‑current connections with reduced risk of arcing or overheating, improving long-term reliability. Application: Primary feeders and metering points in commercial or large residential systems. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Ground connections (#14-#2 Cu) and three-wire configuration enhance safety and system bonding, supporting code compliance and safer maintenance operations. Application: Routine meter servicing and quick-response fault isolation. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Lever bypass and triplex configuration enable safe maintenance without full service shutdown, minimizing downtime and increasing maintenance windows for utilities and facilities teams. Application: Emergency readiness and planned outages in metered installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: UL Listed and Iowa approved certifications streamline code compliance and reduce procurement risk, while meeting regional installation requirements. Application: Projects governed by local codes and inspection regimes. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 600 V rating and compact 6 in depth, 13.75 in width, 29 in height footprint fit standard electrical rooms and service entrances, simplifying space planning and inventory management for contractors. Application: New builds and retrofit programs where space and compatibility are critical.
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FAQs
The UTH4308UCH is designed for overhead feed, using a single-position commercial or residential service with a 4-jaw termination and space for two #250 kcmil conductors on the line and dual #250 kcmil on the load. Its 5 x 5 hub cover plate aligns with standard meter socket enclosures, enabling straightforward retrofits or new installations with common utility pedestals.
Key ratings include 320 A amperage and 600 V voltage with a three-wire, single-phase configuration. It uses a four-jaw termination for secure connections and supports (2) #250 kcmil conductors on the line and load using a dual #250 kcmil setup, ensuring robust high-current performance for demanding metering points.
Yes. The unit is specified as a single-position commercial or residential service device rated for 320 A and 600 V, with overhead feed compatibility and a 3-wire arrangement. Its build and certifications are aligned with typical metering installations in multifamily housing, small businesses, and light commercial properties.
The meter socket is UL Listed, providing recognized safety certification for electrical products, and it includes Iowa approval per catalog notes. These certifications help streamline inspections and ensure compliance with regional electrical codes in the United States.
Eaton offers a warranty per policy 25-000, providing one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever occurs first. This coverage supports maintenance planning and provides protection against manufacturing defects, improving total cost of ownership for metering projects.