GE 7098 - Cutler Hammer 9800 Unitrol - Breaker MCC Bucket - 100 A, 480 V, 24" Height, 3 P | AmpState

The GE 7098 - Cutler Hammer 9800 Unitrol Breaker MCC Bucket is purpose-built for demanding industrial motor control environments. Designed to operate as a 100 A, 480 V, 3-Pole module, this MCC bucket delivers reliable protection and control for high-demand motor circuits within GE 7098 motor control centers. It serves as a direct replacement or retrofit unit, enabling seamless upgrades or maintenance within an existing lineup.

Key specifications and standout details

• Brand/Series: GE / 9800 Unitrol
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Electrical rating: 100 A, 480 V, 3-Pole
• Bucket height: 24"
• Compatibility: Specifically designed to fit GE 7098 motor control centers
• Replacement role: Direct replacement or retrofit unit for existing lineups

Why this bucket matters in your plant

In industrial settings, motor control centers are the heartbeat of production lines. The GE 7098 Unitrol MCC bucket brings precise motor protection, reliable switching, and streamlined maintenance to environments like manufacturing floors, material handling, packaging lines, and process plants. By choosing this bucket, you’re investing in a component that facilitates quick serviceability, minimizes downtime, and preserves the integrity of your motor circuits even under heavy loads.

What makes it unique

• Purpose-built for GE 7098 centers: Optimized fitment ensures straightforward installation without aftermarket adapters or custom modifications.
• Exacting electrical performance: The 100 A, 480 V, 3-Pole rating is aligned with common industrial drive and motor configurations, reducing guesswork during upgrades or replacements.
• Retrofit-ready: Use as a direct replacement to refresh aging MCC assets or as a retrofit to modernize protection schemes within an existing control center lineup.
• Part of the trusted 9800 Unitrol family: Benefit from a legacy design known for dependable motor control and protection coordination.

Ideal use cases

• Retrofitting older GE 7098 MCCs to restore or improve motor protection and fault-handling capabilities.
• Upgrading motor control centers in facilities with frequent motor starts or high inrush loads, where reliable 3-Pole protection is essential.
• Replacing failed or degraded MCC buckets to minimize unplanned downtime in production lines, mining, or industrial processing plants.

How AmpState supports you

AmpState supplies high-quality MCC buckets and retrofit solutions with global delivery and expert technical support for industrial motor control applications. When you choose this GE 7098 Breaker MCC Bucket, you’re backed by the availability and know-how needed to plan replacements, confirm compatibility, and schedule installations with confidence.

Practical tips for installation and care

• Verify the target GE 7098 frame and have appropriate mounting hardware on hand for a smooth retrofit.
• Coordinate with your maintenance team to align the new bucket with existing protection settings and labeling for quick fault diagnosis.
• Check tactile and electrical interfaces during installation to ensure clean contacts and reliable operation under load.
• Keep spare MCC buckets on hand for critical lines to reduce downtime during preventive maintenance or rapid repairs.