Eaton / Cutler-Hammer PDG53M1200E3RN Molded Case Circuit Breaker
- 1200A
- 3 Pole
- Unit Mount
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Eaton / Cutler-Hammer PDG53M1200E3RN - 1200A 3 Pole Molded Case Circuit Breaker
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Built for heavy-duty applications, the Eaton PDG53M1200E3RN manages critical electrical loads up to 1200A. It integrates smoothly into Eaton Pow-R-Line panelboards and switchboards. This unit mount MCCB acts as a drop-in replacement for older NGH31200 and HND31200 breakers, maintaining compatibility with existing infrastructure. Equipped with a PXR20 electronic trip unit, it delivers precise LSIG sensing. The breaker features a 65 kAIC interrupt rating at 480VAC and factory-installed relays.Specifications
| Brand | Eaton / Cutler-Hammer |
|---|---|
| Series | PDG5 |
| Amperage | 1200A |
| Poles | 3 |
| Mounting Style | Unit Mount |
| Voltage | 240VAC, 480VAC, 600VAC |
| Phase | 3 |
| AIC Rating | 100kA @ 240VAC, 65kA @ 480VAC, 35kA @ 600VAC |
| Amperage Range | 480-1200A |
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| Frame Type | Complete Breaker |
|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Lugs |
| For Use With | Eaton Pow-R-Line Panelboards, Switchboards, Motor Control Centers |
| Max Wire | 3/0 AWG |
| Min Wire | 400 AWG |
| Trip Technology | Electronic Trip |
|---|---|
| Trip Function Code | LSIG |
| Trip Function | Long-Time, Short-Time, Instantaneous, Ground Fault |
| Trip Adjustability | Adjustable |
| Available Options | Shunt Trip, Undervoltage Release, Auxiliary Switch, Alarm Switch, Padlock Attachment, Handle Mechanism |
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| Accessories | Relays (Factory Installed), Lugs Not Included |
| Standards | CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, UL 489 |
| Approval | CCC, CE, CSA, IEC, UL, UL 489 |
| Temp Rating | -20C to 70C |
| Construction Features | PXR20 Trip Unit, Ground Fault Protection, HACR Rated |
Product FAQs
5 answersWhich electrical distribution systems are compatible with the PDG53M1200E3RN?
This Power Defense Frame 5 breaker is designed for use in Eaton Pow-R-Line panelboards, switchboards, and motor control centers.
What adjustments can be made with the LSIG electronic trip unit on this breaker?
The LSIG trip unit allows licensed electricians to adjust long-time pickup and delay, short-time pickup and delay, instantaneous pickup, and ground fault pickup and delay. This provides precise selective coordination for complex electrical systems.
How is the PDG53M1200E3RN installed into a panelboard or switchboard?
This is a unit mount, bolt-on circuit breaker. It bolts directly to the bus or mounting pan of compatible Eaton distribution equipment rather than plugging in.
Does this Power Defense breaker include built-in ground fault protection?
Yes, the G in the LSIG trip function indicates that this breaker includes adjustable ground fault protection, which helps protect equipment from low-level arcing ground faults.
What frame size is the PDG53M1200E3RN?
This breaker is part of the Eaton Power Defense Frame 5 family, which is indicated by the PDG5 prefix in the catalog number.
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