Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse - 5 Star Series - Breaker MCC Bucket - 300 A, 208 V, 18" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse 5 Star Series Breaker MCC Bucket delivers a dependable, industrial-grade solution for motor control centers that demand steady, high-current performance. This 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole MCC bucket is designed to slot into Eaton Cutler Hammer Westinghouse 5 Star Series lineups, providing a reliable retrofit or direct replacement path for aging or failed components.

• Brand & Series: Eaton - Cutler Hammer - Westinghouse, 5 Star Series
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Electrical rating: 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole
• Bucket height: 18 inches

Direct replacement and easy retrofit

This MCC bucket is purpose-built to be a drop-in replacement within existing 5 Star Series motor control centers. By preserving the same mounting patterns, terminal layouts, and electrical characteristics, it minimizes field modifications and helps you restore full MCC functionality quickly after maintenance or component failure.

Why this matters in the field

Industrial facilities rely on consistent power distribution to keep conveyors, pumps, fans, and presses running. With a 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole configuration, this bucket supports heavy motor starting and sustained loads without voltage sag or instability. The 18" form factor fits standard 5 Star Series footprints, simplifying inventory management and installation logistics.

Key benefits that set it apart

• Proven compatibility with Eaton Cutler Hammer and Westinghouse 5 Star MCC architectures ensures seamless integration with existing equipment and protection schemes.
• Retrofit-ready designed to replace worn or obsolete MCC buckets without reconstructing entire centers, reducing downtime and commissioning time.
• Consistent electrical performance maintains reliable motor start sequences and protective coordination across 3-phase systems.
• Support ecosystem backed by AmpState, offering global delivery and technical support to keep projects on track.

Ideal for whom and where

• Facilities with high-duty motors—pumps, crushers, mills, conveyor systems, and large fans—that require robust 3-phase control
• OEM integrators performing retrofits on legacy 5 Star Series MCCs
• Maintenance teams seeking a precise, compatible replacement bucket to minimize diagnostic guesswork

Practical guidance and usage tips

• Verify enclosure compatibility: an 18" bucket fits standard 5 Star Series MCC configurations—check clearance around the incoming feeders and bus bars.
• Confirm alignment with existing breakers and protection schemes to ensure proper charging, trip, and coordination behavior.
• Stock a spare bucket for critical lines to minimize downtime during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance.
• Reach out to AmpState for technical support and timing on global delivery to keep installation windows tight and predictable.