GE 8000 Series - Breaker MCC Bucket - 225 A, 208 V, 15" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Meet the GE 8000 Series Breaker MCC Bucket from AmpState—a purpose-built 225 A, 208 V, 3-Pole unit crafted to power industrial motor control without the guesswork. Designed to slot into GE 8000 Series MCC systems, this MCC bucket is the dependable, drop-in replacement you need for OEM and retrofit projects, helping you minimize downtime and keep critical equipment running smoothly.

Key specifications at a glance

• Brand: GE
• Model: GE 8000 Series
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 225 A, 208 V, 3-Pole
• Height: 15 inches
• Application: Industrial motor control, GE 8000 Series MCC environments
• Replacement type: Direct OEM replacement and retrofit-ready

Why this GE 8000 Series Breaker MCC Bucket stands out

• Direct OEM compatibility—Engineered to align with GE 8000 Series MCC cabinets, providing a seamless, drop-in replacement that preserves original performance and electrical characteristics.
• Reliable retrofit option—When upgrading aging MCCs or sourcing spare parts, this 225 A, 208 V, 3-Pole bucket minimizes downtime by avoiding custom modifications and complicated reconfigurations.
• Industrial-grade durability—Built to withstand the demands of continuous-duty motor control applications, ensuring consistent operation in manufacturing, processing, and packaging environments.
• Global delivery support—AmpState ensures access to MCC components worldwide, helping projects stay on schedule across sites and regions.

Who benefits most

• Facilities operating GE 8000 Series motor control centers seeking dependable replacements for aging MCC buckets.
• Engineering and maintenance teams planning retrofits or capacity upgrades in industrial settings such as manufacturing lines, material handling, pumps, fans, and compressors.
• Job sites that require quick, accurate sourcing of compatible MCC components to reduce downtime and maintain production throughput.

Practical usage and outcomes

With a 225 A, 208 V, 3-Pole configuration and a compact 15-inch height, this Breaker MCC Bucket provides the necessary power and form factor to support demanding motor loads while fitting within standard GE 8000 Series layouts. By selecting a direct OEM replacement, you preserve electrical protection settings, trip characteristics, and overall switchgear behavior, which translates to predictable performance and safer operation for technicians and operators alike.

Use cases include:

• Retrofit projects in aging GE 8000 Series installations where spare parts are scarce or unreliable.
• New deployments that require a trusted GE-compatible MCC bucket with precise mounting and electrical interfaces.
• Maintenance inventories that aim to standardize components across multiple lines, simplifying stocking and servicing.

How this compares to alternatives

Choosing this GE 8000 Series Breaker MCC Bucket means opting for an exacting, field-proven fit within GE’s MCC ecosystem, rather than generic replacements that may require adapters or reconfigurations. It’s designed to maintain the integrity of the GE 8000 Series architecture, ensuring consistent protection, coordination, and performance with your existing gear. For retrofit or OEM replacement projects, this bucket reduces the risk of mismatched footprints or misaligned electrical interfaces—saving time, labor, and potential rework.

Important considerations and tips

• Verify the target system is a GE 8000 Series MCC and that the application requires a 225 A, 208 V, 3-Pole bucket with a 15-inch height.
• Plan for professional installation to ensure correct electrical connections and safe handling of motor control components.
• Check that the replacement preserves the existing protection settings and coordination with upstream protection devices.
• Store spare buckets in their original packaging and in a clean, dry environment to maintain performance readiness.
• Leverage AmpState’s global delivery to source this unit for multi-site projects, ensuring consistent parts across facilities.

Elevate your GE motor control reliability with the GE 8000 Series Breaker MCC Bucket from AmpState—the trusted drop-in replacement that pairs exact compatibility with practical, real-world performance. Add it to your cart to streamline retrofits, maintenance, and future-ready MCC upgrades.