Siemens - 8PX2 - Breaker MCC Bucket - 150 A, 480 V, 30" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Engineered for demanding industrial motor control environments, the Siemens 8PX2 Breaker MCC Bucket delivers dependable protection and precise integration for a 150 A, 480 V, 3‑Pole configuration. Designed to live within the Siemens 8PX2 MCC lineup, this bucket is an ideal OEM replacement or retrofit solution, ensuring your control panel continues to operate with the exact protective characteristics and mechanical fit required by your system.

Core specifications

• Brand: Siemens
• Series: 8PX2
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 150 A, 480 V, 3‑Pole
• Bucket Height: 30 inches
• Application: Industrial motor control, OEM replacement, retrofit projects

Why this bucket stands out

• Exact fit for 8PX2 MCC systems: Maintains reliable mechanical alignment and electrical interface within the Siemens MCC architecture, reducing installation time and risk of mismatches.
• Robust, industrial-grade construction: Built to endure demanding environments and continuous operation in manufacturing, processing, and material-handling facilities.
• Dedicated to OEM replacement and retrofits: A seamless upgrade path when updating aging panels or expanding existing installations without re-engineering the enclosure.
• Clear, three-pole protection: Precise protection coordination across all three phases, helping minimize unscheduled downtime and enhance system reliability at 480 V distributions.
• Defined size for integration: A 30" bucket height ensures compatibility with commonly configured MCC enclosures while preserving proper clearance and accessibility for maintenance checks.

Ideal use cases

• OEM replacement projects where a Siemens 8PX2 MCC bucket is required to maintain original performance and warranty alignment.
• Retrofits in aging motor control centers where modernization calls for a like-for-like bucket with proven Siemens protection characteristics.
• New installations in facilities using Siemens 8PX2 MCC modules, seeking a reliable, standard-compliant 150 A, 480 V, 3‑Pole bucket.

Who should consider this product

• Mechanical and electrical engineers overseeing panel upgrades and plant modernization.
• Maintenance teams performing OEM-compliant replacements to minimize downtime.
• Panel builders and integrators requiring a trustworthy, plug‑and‑play MCC bucket within the 8PX2 ecosystem.

Practical considerations

When planning installation, verify that your control cabinet accepts a 30-inch bucket height and that the enclosure is configured for a 3‑pole, 150 A, 480 V arrangement. This bucket is purpose-built for the Siemens 8PX2 MCC lineup, ensuring compatibility and a smooth retrofit or replacement path.

Available from AmpState, a global supplier of Siemens MCC components, this bucket delivers not just a part, but a reliable upgrade path for ongoing production performance and long-term maintenance planning.