Eaton HMCPE050K2C - 50 A, 480 V, 3-Pole Circuit Breaker | AmpState

The Eaton HMCPE050K2C is a 50 A, 480 V, 3-pole molded case circuit breaker designed to protect your electrical distribution with precision and reliability. Built for dependable branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection in panelboards and loadcenters, it’s the thoughtful choice for residential, commercial, and light industrial installations.

• Compact molded-case design maximizes panel space without compromising protection, ideal for tight electrical layouts and retrofit projects.
• Thermal-magnetic trip unit delivers stable, repeatable protection performance, responding quickly to overloads and short circuits to minimize downtime.
• OEM-ready compatibility engineered to drop into matching Eaton loadcenters and panelboards for seamless installation and coordinated protection.
• Three-pole, 480 V operation supports balanced three-phase systems common in commercial and light industrial environments, safeguarding branch circuits up to 50 A.

Placed in the right panel, the HMCPE050K2C protects feeders and individual circuits with precise coordination, helping to prevent equipment damage and unplanned outages. Its compact footprint makes it a practical upgrade for existing panels or new constructions where space and protection quality matter equally.

• Manufacturer: Eaton
• Part Number: HMCPE050K2C
• Type: Thermal-magnetic molded case circuit breaker
• Amperage Rating: 50 A
• Voltage Rating: 480 V
• Number of Poles: 3
• Applications: Branch circuit overcurrent and short-circuit protection

Who benefits most from this breaker? electrical contractors integrating new commercial or light industrial panels, facility managers upgrading distribution boards in offices or retail spaces, and builders handling multi-family or three-phase panel configurations. If you’re upgrading a panel system to improve reliability and space efficiency, the Eaton HMCPE050K2C offers a purpose-built solution that aligns with your panel ecosystem and protects critical loads with confidence.

Choose the HMCPE050K2C to ensure dependable, code-compliant protection for your 3-phase circuits. Its combination of a compact form factor, precise thermal-magnetic operation, and OEM compatibility translates to faster installations, fewer adjustments, and steadier protection across your electrical infrastructure.