Eaton Z48G28E15CU Transformer - UL Listed Class I Div 2
Part Number: Z48G28E15CU
Quick Summary
Transformer is a rugged power conversion device designed for hazardous locations in industrial facilities. Many facilities struggle with downtime, compliance audits, and safety certifications when sourcing reliable transformers. UL Listed, Class I Division 2, Groups A–D, and a NEMA 3R enclosure meet rigorous safety standards for hazardous locations. This combination reduces regulatory risk and simplifies installation for end users. It delivers dependable power management and distribution in challenging environments, aligning with project timelines. Designed for OEMs and maintenance teams, it supports safer installations, longer service life, and lower total cost of ownership, with a 480 V primary and 208Y/120 V secondary for seamless system integration.
Product Information
Extended Description
Z48G28E15CU Eaton: 15 kVA Class 1 Division 2 Transformer, 3PH, 480-208Y/120, shielded, Copper Windings, NEMA 3R Enclosure
Product Name
Eaton Hazardous location encapsulated transformer
Catalog Number
Z48G28E15CU
UPC
786680233081
Product Length/Depth
10.52 in
Product Height
13.69 in
Product Width
20 in
Product Weight
280 lb
Compliances
Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, D
Certifications
UL Listed
Type
Class 1 Division 2 Groups A, B, C and D, Hazardous Location Transformer
Coil material
Copper
Frequency rating
50/60 Hz
kVA
15 kVA
Phase
Three-phase
Primary voltage
480 V
Secondary Voltage
208Y/120 V
Sound Level
NEMA ST-20
Temperature rise
115 °C rise
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Design
EPTZ
Enclosure
NEMA 3R
Frame
95H
Insulation
180 °C
Tap size
2 at -5% FCBN
Volt ampere rating
15 kVA
Weathershield
Indoor-Outdoor
Wiring connection
63B
Encapsulated construction and a Class I Division 2 rated enclosure address the key safety requirement for hazardous locations. The Z48G28E15CU delivers 15 kVA, is a three-phase transformer with a 480 V primary and 208Y/120 V secondary, and uses copper windings with shielded construction for reliability in tough plants. By combining a NEMA 3R enclosure and UL Listed certification, the unit meets demanding codes while enabling efficient power distribution right at the point of use. Voltage regulation is supported by two taps at -5% FCBN, reducing voltage fluctuation and panel wear, while the 63B wiring connection simplifies installation in control panels and MCCs. Thermal performance is engineered with 180 °C insulation and a 115 °C rise, enabling stable operation in hot industrial environments. Weathershield indoor-outdoor capability and a robust 280 lb footprint ensure reliable installation in both controlled rooms and exposed locations.
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FAQs
For the Z48G28E15CU, select an appropriate mounting location that supports a NEMA 3R enclosure and enables indoor-outdoor access. Ensure proper clearance for cooling and maintenance, use compatible 63B wiring in the control panel, and confirm that the site complies with Class I Division 2 Group A-D requirements. The unit’s copper windings and shielded design help maintain reliability in harsh environments.
This transformer is a three-phase 15 kVA unit with a 480 V primary and 208Y/120 V secondary. It operates at 50/60 Hz and features copper windings, a 180 °C insulation system, and a 115 °C rise. It includes two taps at -5% FCBN for voltage regulation and a 63B wiring connection for straightforward panel integration.
Yes. The Z48G28E15CU is UL Listed and designed to meet Class I Division 2, Groups A–D requirements. It comes in a NEMA 3R enclosure suitable for indoor-outdoor installations and is compatible with Weathershield environments, ensuring safe operation in potentially explosive atmospheres while simplifying procurement and compliance documentation.
The unit uses a NEMA 3R enclosure with indoor-outdoor Weathershield protection, making it suitable for controlled rooms and harsher outdoor installations. This enclosure combination reduces corrosion risk, supports safe venting of heat, and enables reliable operation in hazardous locations, aligning with industrial facility needs for power management and distribution in challenging environments.
With copper windings, shielded construction, and a robust NEMA 3R enclosure, the transformer offers low maintenance requirements and high reliability, reducing downtime in critical processes. The device’s rugged design and hazardous-location certification translate to longer service life, predictably lower maintenance costs, and a favorable total cost of ownership for plant upgrades and data-center expansion projects.