Eaton BAB Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker
Professional Industrial Electrical Protection Equipment
The Eaton BAB Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker delivers exceptional electrical power management and control performance for industrial distribution panel applications. This 70A three-pole 240V circuit breaker provides reliable electrical protection designed for professional electricians, electrical contractors, and facility managers, offering the proven reliability and advanced technology that professionals trust from the global leader in intelligent power management.
Professional Features & Benefits
Electrical Performance Excellence
- 70 Ampere Current Rating - Provides robust current capacity for medium-duty industrial electrical loads with reliable thermal-magnetic protection
- Three-Pole Configuration - Delivers comprehensive three-phase electrical protection for balanced industrial power distribution systems
- 240V Voltage Rating - Engineered for standard industrial voltage applications with precise voltage protection capabilities
- 10 kAIC Interrupt Rating - Offers dependable short-circuit interrupting capacity for industrial electrical safety and system protection
Industrial Installation & Protection
- BAB Series Design - Features Eaton's proven BAB circuit breaker technology for consistent industrial electrical performance and reliability
- Bolt-On Mounting System - Provides secure mechanical connection to distribution panels with professional-grade mounting reliability
- Quicklag Industrial Thermal-Magnetic Technology - Combines thermal and magnetic trip mechanisms for comprehensive overcurrent protection in industrial environments
Technical Specifications
Amperage Rating: 70A, Voltage Rating: 240V, Number of Poles: Three-pole, Interrupt Rating: 10 kAIC, Circuit Breaker Type: BAB, Trip Type: Non-Interchangeable, Mounting Method: Bolt-on, Used With: Distribution panels 240V (Three-phase, four-wire maximum), Number of Wires: 4, Dimensions: 4.9" H x 3.2" W x 3.9" D, Weight: 1.05 lb, Certifications: UL Listed, HACR Rated
Installation & Usage
- Verify power is completely disconnected and locked out before beginning installation procedures
- Confirm distribution panel compatibility with BAB series three-pole circuit breakers and 240V three-phase four-wire configuration
- Position circuit breaker in designated panel space and secure using bolt-on mounting system
- Connect phase conductors to circuit breaker terminals following NEC guidelines and manufacturer torque specifications
- Verify proper grounding and neutral connections for three-phase four-wire distribution system
- Test circuit breaker operation and confirm proper electrical protection before energizing system
Professional Applications
Ideal for:
- Industrial Distribution Panels - Three-phase 240V distribution systems requiring reliable 70A circuit protection
- Manufacturing Facility Power Distribution - Industrial electrical systems with medium-duty load requirements and overcurrent protection needs
- Commercial Building Electrical Systems - Three-phase power distribution for HVAC equipment, lighting panels, and facility electrical loads
- Motor Control Centers - Circuit protection for industrial motor applications and power distribution equipment
- Electrical Panel Upgrades - Replacement applications in existing distribution panels requiring BAB series compatibility
- Industrial Machinery Protection - Overcurrent protection for manufacturing equipment and industrial electrical loads
- Three-Phase Load Centers - Distribution panel applications requiring reliable thermal-magnetic protection technology
- Facility Electrical Safety Systems - Professional electrical protection for industrial and commercial power distribution infrastructure
Quicklag Thermal-Magnetic Advantage
Eaton's Quicklag industrial thermal-magnetic technology combines the benefits of thermal overload protection with magnetic short-circuit protection, providing comprehensive overcurrent protection for industrial electrical systems. The thermal element responds to sustained overloads while the magnetic element provides instantaneous protection against short-circuit conditions, ensuring reliable electrical safety and equipment protection in demanding industrial environments.
Why Choose Eaton Quality?
With over a century of electrical power management innovation, Eaton delivers the proven reliability and advanced technology that electrical professionals trust worldwide. Every BAB series circuit breaker meets rigorous UL safety standards and HACR ratings, providing the dependable electrical protection and professional performance that electricians, electrical contractors, and facility managers rely on for critical industrial power distribution applications.
EAT-BAB3070H - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Amperage Rating:
- 70 A
- Catalog Notes:
- HACR rated
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Circuit Breaker Type:
- BAB
- Interrupt Rating:
- 10 kAIC
- Mounting Method:
- Bolt-on
- Number Of Poles:
- Three-pole
- Number Of Wires:
- 4
- Product Height:
- 4.9 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 3.9 in
- Product Type:
- Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breaker
- Product Weight:
- 1.05 lb
- Product Width:
- 3.2 in
- Special Features:
- Bolt-on mounting
- Trip Type:
- Non-Interchangeable
- Used With:
- Distribution panels 240 V (Three-phase, four-wire maximum)
- Voltage Rating:
- 240 V - 240 V
- Product Group:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Circuit Breaker
- Department:
- Electrical
- Item Quantity:
- 32