GE 7098 - Cutler Hammer 9800 Unitrol - Breaker MCC Bucket - 400 A, 600 V, 36" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Engineered for demanding industrial motor control environments, the GE 7098 Breaker MCC Bucket from the 9800 Unitrol line delivers a robust 400 A, 600 V, 3‑pole configuration designed to protect and power critical motor loads. Suspended in a 36" bucket, this unit is built to slot into GE 7098 motor control centers, serving as a direct replacement or retrofit for established lineups with minimal downtime.

• Direct replacement for GE 7098 MCCs: engineered to drop into your existing control center without major rework, preserving wiring schemes and control logic where possible.
• Retrofit-ready within the 9800 Unitrol family: part of the 9800 Unitrol series, ensuring compatibility with modernized protection strategies while maintaining legacy system alignment.
• High-capacity protection to 400 A at 600 V: supports demanding motor circuits, providing reliable fault isolation and safer startup sequences for heavy loads.
• 36" bucket height for standard GE enclosures: specifically sized to fit typical MCC layouts, reducing installation surprises and alignment issues.
• Three‑pole construction: designed for balanced, three‑phase protection and coordinated trip performance across the motor control network.
• Rugged, industrial-grade design: built to withstand harsh environments, ensuring long service life in manufacturing, processing, and heavy industry settings.

What problems does this solve? when aging MCC components fail or when retrofitting to support higher motor loads, this Breaker MCC Bucket provides a dependable upgrade path that preserves system topology while delivering modern protection capabilities. It minimizes downtime by offering a proven, compatible replacement that aligns with GE’s 7098 architecture and AmpState’s retrofit expertise.

Ideal use cases

• Upgrading aging GE 7098 MCC configurations to restore peak protection and reliability without a full control center overhaul.
• Retrofit scenarios where an existing MCC needs a high-current, three‑pole breaker bucket that matches 9800 Unitrol specifications.
• Preventive maintenance programs seeking a ready-to-install, long‑life MCC component with lifecycle support from AmpState.

Installation and best practices

• Verify enclosure compatibility and 36" bucket clearance before procurement to ensure a seamless fit.
• Confirm three‑pole alignment and corresponding bus bar connections to minimize commissioning time.
• Plan for phased maintenance windows to swap the bucket without interrupting essential motor operations.
• Consult AmpState technical support for retrofit guidance and availability of replacement parts if you’re aligning multiple MCC bays.

AmpState Advantage AmpState provides high‑quality MCC buckets and retrofit solutions with global delivery and dedicated technical support. This GE 7098 Breaker MCC Bucket is more than a component—it’s a strategic upgrade that helps you maintain reliability, simplify maintenance, and extend the life of your motor control center.

Specifications at a glance

• Brand: GE
• Series: 9800 Unitrol
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 400 A, 600 V, 3‑Pole
• Bucket Height: 36 inches