Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse - 5 Star Series - Breaker MCC Bucket - 15 A, 240 V, 12" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Designed for demanding industrial motor control centers, the Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse 5 Star Series Breaker MCC Bucket delivers precise, reliable performance in a compact 12" high package. This 15 A, 240 V, 3-Pole bucket is engineered to slot directly into 5 Star Series lineups, making upgrades, retrofits, and replacements faster and simpler without sacrificing alignment or safety.

Why this MCC bucket stands out

• Direct compatibility with 5 Star Series MCC frames — a purpose-built breaker bucket that mirrors the original Eaton/Cutler Hammer/Westinghouse architecture for a seamless retrofit.
• Targeted rating for motor control circuits — 15 A, 240 V, 3-Pole configuration designed to support common industrial loads while maintaining robust protection and control.
• Compact, reliable form factor — 12" bucket height fits standard MCC enclosures, reducing footprint while preserving serviceability.
• Retrofit-ready and replacement-friendly — ideal for upgrades, maintenance cycles, or parts sparing programs, minimizing downtime during installation.
• Part of a trusted ecosystem — built to integrate with Eaton, Cutler Hammer, and Westinghouse 5 Star Series families, ensuring consistent performance across the system.

Key specifications at a glance

• Brand: Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse
• Series: 5 Star Series
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 15 A, 240 V, 3-Pole
• Bucket Height: 12"

Ideal applications and use cases

• Retrofits in existing 5 Star Series motor control centers where a like-for-like breaker bucket is required to restore original protection profiles.
• New installations that follow the Eaton 5 Star Series architecture, ensuring consistent control strategies across multiple MCC sections.
• Maintenance programs for manufacturing lines, pumping stations, conveyors, and industrial automation panels where standardized MCC components reduce stocking complexity.

What problems this bucket solves

• Downtime during replacement is minimized with a true-fit MCC bucket that aligns with the same bus connections and mounting conventions as the original equipment.
• Inventory simplification — a compatible 15 A, 240 V, 3-Pole bucket that harmonizes with the 5 Star Series family, reducing the risk of suboptimal substitutes.
• Long-term reliability in harsh environments thanks to a robust design tuned for motor control applications.

How it compares to alternatives (without naming competitors)

• Unlike generic MCC buckets, this unit is purpose-built for the 5 Star Series ecosystem, ensuring precise fit, electrical characteristics, and mechanical alignment with Eaton/Cutler Hammer/Westinghouse panels.
• Its retrofit-ready design minimizes modification needs during installation, offering a cleaner, faster path to upgrade or repair services compared with non-brand-matched components.
• The 12" bucket height is chosen to balance enclosure clearance with accessibility, a practical advantage over taller, bulkier options in tight MCC spaces.

Practical tips for installation and ongoing maintenance

• Verify enclosure compatibility before installation to ensure mounting points and bus connections align with the 12" MCC bucket footprint.
• Inspect bus bars and connectors for corrosion or wear prior to seating the bucket to avoid contact resistance issues.
• Tighten all terminations to the manufacturer’s torque specifications and re-check after initial energization to maintain solid electrical connections.
• Maintain a parts stocking strategy that includes this 5 Star Series bucket as a core component for rapid replacements and fleet reliability.
• Coordinate with your supplier for technical support and documentation to confirm any panel-specific nuances during retrofit projects.

About AmpState

AmpState supplies high-quality MCC buckets, retrofit solutions, and industrial motor control components with global delivery and technical support. When you choose AmpState, you’re choosing a partner equipped to keep critical systems operating, with practical guidance and rapid assistance for installation, testing, and ongoing maintenance.