{"product_id":"siemens-8px-breaker-mcc-bucket-300-a-240-v-36-height-3-p-ampstate","title":"Siemens 8PX - Breaker MCC Bucket - 300 A, 240 V, 36\" Height, 3 P | AmpState","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiemens 8PX Breaker MCC Bucket\u003c\/strong\u003e from AmpState is an industrial-grade solution engineered to power demanding motor control centers with precision and reliability. This specific bucket is built to operate at 300 A, 240 V, in a 3-Pole configuration, making it ideal for heavy-duty motor control applications across manufacturing floors, processing plants, and utilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e—designed as a direct replacement for OEM components within Siemens 8PX MCC systems. It slides into existing enclosures and wiring schemes without bespoke modifications, simplifying retrofits and upgrades.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical performance\u003c\/strong\u003e—rated for 300 A at 240 V with a 3-Pole configuration, delivering dependable switching and protection for large motors, conveyors, pumps, compressors, and similar loads.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise fit\u003c\/strong\u003e—standard 36\" height ensures seamless integration with common Siemens MCC rack layouts, keeping cabinet spacing and bus arrangement intact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable sourcing\u003c\/strong\u003e—AmpState specializes in MCC components and offers global delivery, supporting maintenance and expansion projects wherever you operate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis MCC bucket is especially valuable in environments where uptime is critical: food and beverage lines with high-demand pumps, mining or mineral processing facilities with robust motor drives, or any plant upgrading from older MCC buckets to a Siemens 8PX-compatible solution. By choosing a true OEM-compatible bucket, you reduce the risk of fitment issues, minimize downtime during swaps, and preserve electrical safety and coordination within your motor control scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this matters\u003c\/strong\u003e—the 8PX MCC bucket is purpose-built to maintain the integrity of your motor control system. With accurate ratings and a form factor aligned to Siemens standards, technicians can perform swaps confidently, knowing the new bucket will align with existing protective devices, wiring harnesses, and control circuits. AmpState’s 36\" 3-Pole bucket supports consistent performance across shifts and ensures your MCC remains a reliable backbone for critical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tips for installation and use\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eVerify the 36\" height and 3-Pole configuration matches your Siemens 8PX MCC rack before swapping.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate with your protection scheme and circuit breakers to ensure coordinated protection and trip settings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDuring retrofits, reuse existing control wiring paths where possible to minimize rework and maintain documented wiring diagrams.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfirm inventory of spare MCC buckets and related components to accelerate future maintenance and reduce downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AmpState","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46330838745250,"sku":null,"price":9510.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8094\/6850\/files\/Siemens_8px_8px2_8pu_2d5b7ad1-e002-4daf-ac0f-f809141c7e4a.jpg?v=1763693887","url":"https:\/\/www.ampstate.com\/products\/siemens-8px-breaker-mcc-bucket-300-a-240-v-36-height-3-p-ampstate","provider":"Ampstate Electric Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}