GE 8000 Series - Breaker MCC Bucket - 225 A, 480 V, 36" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Introducing the GE 8000 Series Breaker MCC Bucket from AmpState, a purpose-built solution for industrial motor control centers that demand reliability, precise fit, and straightforward retrofit. Engineered for a 225 A, 480 V, 3-Pole configuration, this MCC bucket is designed to slot into GE’s 8000 Series MCC systems as a direct OEM replacement or retrofit upgrade, helping you preserve electrical characteristics while minimizing downtime.

Why this bucket stands out

• Exact-fit compatibility: A direct replacement for GE 8000 Series MCC systems, ensuring correct physical fit, wiring interfaces, and bus connections without modification.
• High-capacity performance: Thoroughly matched to 225 A, 480 V, 3-Pole motor loads, making it ideal for mid-to-large industrial applications.
• Compact vertical profile: At a 36" height, it fits standard vertical MCC enclosures, leaving room for downstream components and service access.
• OEM-grade reliability: Built to align with GE’s original performance characteristics, so you can count on consistent control and protection for your motors.
• Retrofit-ready: Simplifies modernization of aging MCCs—upgrade without replacing the entire enclosure or changing the wiring plan.
• Global, trusted supply: AmpState provides high-quality MCC components with worldwide delivery and support, helping you keep projects on track no matter where you are.

Use cases and ideal applications

This breaker MCC bucket is well-suited for facilities with demanding motor loads where space and compatibility matter. Think manufacturing lines, pumps and compressors, conveyors, HVAC systems, water treatment stages, and processing plants that rely on reliable three-phase motor control. If your maintenance plan includes OEM-compatible replacements or you’re upgrading an aging GE 8000 Series setup, this bucket offers a seamless, drop-in upgrade path.

What problems it solves

Direct OEM replacement minimizes installation guesswork, reduces commissioning time, and preserves the electrical interface and trip characteristics your team already understands. By matching the GE 8000 Series specifications, it helps prevent compatibility gaps that can lead to unintended downtime or wiring disputes during retrofits.

Technical snapshot

• Brand: GE
• Model: GE 8000 Series
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 225 A, 480 V, 3-Pole
• Height: 36"

Practical installation tips

Before you install, confirm the enclosure space accommodates a 36" high bucket, verify the 480 V three-phase supply matches your MCC configuration, and ensure the mechanical and electrical interfaces align with the GE 8000 Series standards. Because this is a direct OEM replacement, wiring and connector layouts should be familiar to technicians already working with GE 8000 MCC systems, enabling faster swap-outs and quicker restoration of service.

Ready to refresh your MCC with a proven, OEM-compatible bucket? AmpState ships this GE 8000 Series Breaker MCC Bucket globally, offering reliable availability and dedicated support to keep your maintenance and modernization projects on schedule.