Eaton - Cutler Hammer 9800 Unitrol - Breaker MCC Bucket - 40 A, 480 V, 15" Height, 3 P | AmpState

The Eaton Cutler Hammer 9800 Unitrol Breaker MCC Bucket is purpose-built for industrial motor control centers that demand a reliable 40 A, 480 V, 3-Pole configuration. As a direct replacement or retrofit unit for the Eaton 9800 Unitrol family, this bucket slides into existing MCC lineups without demanding a full cabinet overhaul, helping you minimize downtime and keep critical motor loads online.

Key specifications and compatibility

• Brand & Series: Eaton - Cutler Hammer 9800 Unitrol
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 40 A, 480 V, 3-Pole
• Bucket Height: 15"
• Applications: Designed to fit Eaton 9800 Unitrol motor control centers for straightforward replacement or retrofit

Why this bucket stands out

When a bucket in a 9800 Unitrol MCC needs replacement, choosing the right part matters for reliability and uptime. This MCC bucket is engineered to align precisely with the existing bus, mounting, and interconnects of Eaton’s 9800 Unitrol line, ensuring a seamless swap that preserves control logic, protection, and motor start/stop sequences. The 40 A, 480 V, 3-Pole configuration covers common industrial motor circuits, making it an ideal choice for fans, pumps, conveyors, and other mid-range motor loads.

Ideal use cases

• Retrofit projects updating aging MCCs to a known, trusted replacement in the 9800 Unitrol family
• Spare bucket provisioning to reduce maintenance downtime during scheduled outages
• Repairs after a failed or degraded breaker MCC bucket within a production line
• New installations within facilities already standardized on Eaton 9800 Unitrol components

What you gain with AmpState

AmpState provides more than a part — you get a proven retrofit option with ongoing support. This MCC bucket comes with access to global delivery and technical assistance, helping teams source, validate, and install the correct unit quickly. The combination of authentic Eaton hardware and AmpState backing reduces project risk and keeps your motor control centers performing as designed.

Practical notes for installation and operation

• Verify compatibility with your existing Eaton 9800 Unitrol MCC frame and space for a 15" bucket height prior to purchase.
• Plan for a controlled de-energization and safe isolation of the MCC section before swapping buckets.
• Coordinate with your maintenance team to ensure bus connections and mounting hardware align with the replacement unit’s specifications.
• Use this bucket as part of a broader preventive maintenance strategy to extend MCC life and reduce unplanned downtime.