Eaton
114 Old State Road
Ellisville, MO 63021
tel: 636-527-1439
RalitzaKArafin@eaton.com
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February 18, 2014
Immediately
Ralitza Arafin, (636) 527-1439
Eaton’s New Power Distribution Fuse Block Saves Space, Time and Money
ST. LOUIS… Power management company Eaton today announced the introduction of the
new power distribution Class J fuse block from its Bussmann business. The fuse block with
power distribution capability uses up to 50 percent less panel space and decreases
installation time and labor by 33 percent by reducing the number of components required in
the circuit. This innovative patented product is available with ratings of 100, 200 and 400
amps, making it ideal for heating, ventilation and air conditioning applications.
“Our newest solution represents an industry-first, combining a power distribution block with a
Class J fuse block to help enhance overall system integrity,” said Darren McDowell, product
manager, Eaton’s Bussmann division. “It utilizes safe, reliable technology to help both OEMs
and end users save valuable panel space and reduce overall installation cost.”
The new power distribution fuse block is available in 1-, 2- and 3-pole versions with individual
pole versions having a dovetail feature that allows point-of-use assembly depending on the
number of poles. With a smaller footprint and a 200 kiloamps (kA) withstand rating, the
product helps panel builders achieve a higher assembly Short Circuit Current Rating (SCCR)
for compliance with National Electric Code® Sections 110.10, 409.22, 440.4(B), 670.3(A)(4)
and 670.5. In addition, products offer a voltage (V) rating of 600V, as well as a Class J fuse
amperage (A) range of 70-400A.
To help enhance safety, products offer optional finger-safe, see-through covers, an Ingress
Protection 20-rating that includes lockout/tagout capabilities and open circuit indication. In
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addition, all power distribution fuse blocks are Underwriters Laboratories (UL) recognized to
E14853 – IZLT2, CSA certified to 47235 – 6225-01, with covers UL Listed to E58836 –
JDVS2.
To learn more about the new power distribution fuse block or any of the solutions available
from Eaton’s Bussmann business, please visit www.cooperbussmann.com/PDFB.
Eaton’s Bussmann business develops and manufactures critical circuit protection, power
management and electrical safety products designed to provide innovative circuit protection
solutions. The Bussmann business serves customers in the industrial, commercial,
alternative energy, high reliability and other markets.
Eaton’s Electrical Sector is a global leader with expertise in power distribution and circuit
protection; backup power protection; control and automation; lighting and security; structural
solutions and wiring devices; solutions for harsh and hazardous environments; and
engineering services. Eaton is positioned through its global solutions to answer today’s most
critical electrical power management challenges.
Eaton is a power management company with 2013 sales of $22.0 billion. Eaton provides
energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and
mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton has approximately 102,000
employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more
information, visit www.eaton.com.
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