Built for commercial facilities, the Eaton EA3100 is a 100A, three-pole molded case circuit breaker. It delivers essential overcurrent protection using proven thermal-magnetic trip technology. This legacy E-Frame unit installs into older Westinghouse panelboards and Eaton retrofit systems. It provides an exact fit for aging infrastructure, serving as the predecessor to the modern EHD3100 series.
Which panelboards accept the EA3100 circuit breaker?
This legacy E-frame breaker is designed to bolt directly into older Westinghouse panelboards. It is also compatible with Eaton retrofit panelboards that are configured to accept legacy E-frame dimensions.
What is the modern replacement for the legacy EA3100?
The EA3100 is a predecessor to the modern Eaton EHD3100 series. The EHD3100 serves as a direct cross-reference and will fit into the same E-frame panelboard spaces.
What wire sizes are supported by the load side lugs on the EA3100?
The factory-installed load lugs accept wire gauges from 14 AWG up to 1/0 AWG. Always verify that your conductor material and insulation temperature rating align with the breaker requirements before terminating.
How does the thermal-magnetic trip unit function on this breaker?
The fixed LI (Long-Time, Instantaneous) trip unit uses a bimetallic strip to provide delayed tripping for sustained overloads, while an electromagnetic assembly provides immediate tripping during short-circuit events.
Is the EA3100 suitable for applications requiring ground fault protection?
No. This is a standard thermal-magnetic breaker designed strictly for overcurrent and short-circuit protection. It does not contain the specialized circuitry required for equipment or personnel ground fault protection.
Does this breaker require a mounting kit for installation?
The EA3100 is a bolt-on breaker that fastens directly to the panelboard bus. Depending on your specific Westinghouse or Eaton panelboard chassis, you may need standard mounting hardware, but it does not plug onto a DIN rail or use a plug-on connection.
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