Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse - 5 Star Series - Breaker MCC Bucket - 30 A, 240 V, 12" Height, 3 P | AmpState

The Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse 5 Star Series Breaker MCC Bucket is built for demanding industrial motor control applications that need dependable 30 A, 240 V, 3-Pole protection. Designed as a precise direct replacement or retrofit for existing 5 Star Series motor control centers, this bucket drops into standard 12" height MCC racks with exact alignment to the panel’s buswork and mounting hardware, ensuring a seamless upgrade path without custom fabrication.

Why this MCC bucket stands out

• Exact 5 Star Series compatibility—engineered to fit Eaton, Cutler Hammer, and Westinghouse 5 Star Series panels, minimizing rework and downtime.
• 3-Pole, 30 A at 240 V—robust protection for three-phase motor circuits, enabling reliable control of conveyors, pumps, fans, and other heavy-duty equipment.
• Standard 12" bucket height—designed to integrate effortlessly into common MCC configurations, preserving rack density and alignment with adjacent buckets.
• Versatile retrofit option—a practical solution for upgrading aging MCC assemblies or replacing a failed bucket without overhauling the entire center.

Ideal use cases

Maintenance teams and electrical engineers turn to this MCC bucket when upgrading or restoring mid-to-high-capacity motor control centers. Use scenarios include:

• Retrofitting aging 5 Star Series MCCs to restore performance and protect critical motors in manufacturing lines.
• Replacing a single failed bucket in a multi-bucket 3-phase MCC layout to minimize downtime.
• Updating control centers for improved reliability in process industries, material handling, and packaging operations.

What practical benefits you’ll notice

• Consistent performance for three-phase motor starts and protection, thanks to a purpose-built MCC bucket that aligns with the center’s electrical and mechanical interfaces.
• Reduced installation time and less risk of misalignment thanks to the 12" standard footprint and factory-aligned mounting points.
• Continued support and parts availability from AmpState, with a focus on retrofit solutions, global delivery, and technical assistance.

Who should consider this replacement bucket

Electrical maintenance professionals, plant engineers, and technicians responsible for MCC integrity will benefit from this unit. It’s especially suitable for facilities running legacy 5 Star Series centers that require a compatible, trustworthy replacement that preserves system performance and safety.

Installation notes and compatibility tips

• Confirm the MCC cabinet is a 5 Star Series line and that the bucket’s 12" height matches the rack specification.
• Verify the application is a 30 A, 240 V, 3-Pole configuration to ensure proper protection and compatibility with upstream fusing and downstream motor loads.
• Plan for a straightforward retrofit that minimizes disruption—the bucket is designed to drop into existing 5 Star Series centers with minimal wiring changes.

AmpState supports your retrofit journey with reliable, globally available MCC buckets and motor control components, backed by technical expertise to help you select the right unit for your specific installation and to ensure smooth commissioning.