Siemens - 8PX2 - Breaker MCC Bucket - 300 A, 208 V, 36" Height, 3 P | AmpState

Siemens 8PX2 Breaker MCC Bucket — a rugged, OEM-ready solution engineered for demanding industrial motor control setups. This 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole bucket is purpose-built to drop seamlessly into Siemens 8PX2 MCC lineups, making it an ideal choice for OEM replacement projects and precise retrofit applications where reliability and compatibility matter most.

Key specifications

• Brand: Siemens
• Series: 8PX2
• Configuration: Breaker MCC Bucket
• Rating: 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole
• Bucket Height: 36 inches
• Application: OEM replacement and retrofit within the Siemens 8PX2 MCC system

Why this bucket matters for your motor control system

In industrial environments, uptime and compatibility are non-negotiable. The Siemens 8PX2 Breaker MCC Bucket delivers a precise 3-Phase, 208 V solution capable of handling up to 300 A, making it suitable for mid-to-large motor loads. Designed to fit directly into the 8PX2 MCC lineup, it preserves the integrity of your control architecture while enabling straightforward replacements and upgrades. The 36-inch bucket height is tailored for standard rack mounting, reducing the guesswork during retrofits and new installations alike.

Ideal use cases

• OEM replacement: swap in a genuine Siemens MCC bucket without reconfiguring upstream controls or interlocks.
• Retrofit projects: modernize aging MCCs with a compatible, factory-backed component designed for Siemens 8PX2 systems.
• New installations within 208 V three-phase environments: maintain consistent voltage and phase requirements for reliable motor protection.
• Spare-part strategy: keep a ready-to-deploy MCC bucket on hand to minimize downtime during maintenance windows.

What sets it apart from generic alternatives

• Direct compatibility: Built specifically for the Siemens 8PX2 MCC lineup, ensuring seamless mounting, wiring, and control integration.
• Genuine Siemens construction: Engineered to meet the same performance and durability standards as the rest of the 8PX2 family.
• Targeted rating for practical applications: 300 A at 208 V on a 3-Pole configuration aligns with common mid-size motor drives and control schemes.
• Standardized physical footprint: 36" bucket height facilitates predictable installation within standard electrical enclosures and racking systems.

Practical tips and insights

• Before installation, verify that the surrounding MCC enclosure, bus bars, and protection devices match the 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole specification to avoid misalignment or incompatibility.
• Plan for a controlled shutdown and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure when swapping in the MCC bucket to protect personnel and equipment.
• When retrofitting, keep the wiring harnesses and control interlocks from the original bucket to minimize rework and preserve sequence timing.
• Stock the component with spare fuses/overcurrent protection appropriate for a 300 A, 208 V three-phase system to reduce downtime in future maintenance events.
• Pair this bucket with compatible Siemens 8PX2 accessories to maintain cohesive performance, diagnostics, and protection features across the MCC lineup.

Why buy with AmpState

AmpState sources genuine Siemens MCC components and ships worldwide, ensuring you receive authentic parts that reliably fit your 8PX2 system. Our inventory focus on industrial motor control gear means you can source the exact 8PX2 Breaker MCC Bucket you need—without guessing or improvising—so your retrofit or replacement project stays on schedule and within spec.

Ready to optimize your Siemens 8PX2 MCC installation with a trusted 300 A, 208 V, 3-Pole breaker bucket? Add this Siemens 8PX2 MCC Breaker Bucket to your cart and keep your motor control system aligned with OEM design, performance, and durability.