Eaton C30CN Series 30A Four-Po...
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Eaton Lighting Contactor Mechanically Held 30A Four-Pole 110-120V Coil C30CN Series NEMA 1

Eaton C30CN Series 30A Four-Pole Lighting Contactor with 110-120V Coil NEMA 1 Enclosure

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Model: ECC03C1A3A

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Eaton C30CN Series 30A Four-Pole Lighting Contactor with 110-120V Coil NEMA 1 Enclosure

Professional Lighting Control for Commercial & Industrial Applications

The Eaton C30CN Series lighting contactor delivers reliable 30A four-pole switching performance with 110-120V coil operation in a durable NEMA 1 painted steel enclosure. This electrically held contactor provides professional lighting control with mechanically held operation for tungsten lamp applications up to 480V and general loads up to 600V, making it ideal for commercial and industrial lighting systems requiring dependable switching performance.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 30A Contact Rating: Handles substantial lighting loads with reliable switching performance for commercial applications
  • Four-Pole Configuration: Provides complete circuit control with multiple pole switching for complex lighting arrangements
  • 110-120V Coil Operation: Standard voltage compatibility ensures easy integration with existing control systems
  • NEMA 1 Painted Steel Enclosure: Durable construction protects internal components while providing professional appearance
  • Electrically & Mechanically Held Operation: Dual holding mechanism ensures reliable operation and energy efficiency
  • C30CN Series Design: Proven Eaton engineering delivers consistent performance in demanding applications
  • ON/OFF Pushbutton Accessories: Includes manual control options for local operation and testing

Technical Specifications

  • Accessories: ON/OFF pushbutton
  • Amperage Rating: 30A
  • Catalog Notes: Ampere rating is based on a maximum load voltage of 480V for tungsten lamp applications and 600V fo
  • Coil Voltage: 110-120 Vac, 50/60 Hz
  • Contact Rating: 30 A
  • Enclosure: NEMA 1
  • Enclosure Material: Painted steel
  • Operation: Electrically held
  • Product Details: Non-combination electrically and mechanically held
  • Product Length Depth: 7.62 in
  • Product Width: 6 in
  • Series: C30CN

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Lighting Systems
  • Industrial Facility Lighting Control
  • Warehouse and Distribution Centers
  • Office Building Lighting Management
  • Retail and Shopping Centers
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare and Hospital Lighting

Why Choose Eaton Quality?

Eaton lighting contactors deliver proven reliability with durable NEMA 1 painted steel construction and professional-grade electrically held operation. The C30CN series represents decades of engineering excellence, providing dependable performance in demanding commercial and industrial lighting applications where consistent operation is essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Accessories:
ON/OFF pushbutton
Amperage Rating:
30A
Coil Voltage:
110-120 Vac, 50/60 Hz
Configuration:
NEMA 1
Enclosure Material:
Painted steel
Operation:
Electrically held
Product Details:
Non-combination electrically and mechanically held
Product Length Depth:
7.62 in
Product Width:
6 in
Series:
C30CN
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Motor Control & Automation
Product Type:
Contactor
Product Subgroup:
Contactors & Relays
Product Length:
7.62 in

Eaton ECC03C1A3A – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will an Eaton C30CN lighting contactor switch a 277V or 480V lighting circuit?
The C30CN carries a 30A rating based on a maximum load voltage of 480V for tungsten lamp applications and 600V for other loads, so 277V branch lighting and 480V tungsten circuits are both inside its range. The 30A is the per-pole contact rating, so size your circuit so no single switched leg exceeds 30 amps. Note the coil is separate from the load: this version takes 110-120 Vac, 50/60 Hz control power, so you need a 120V control source even when the load side is 277 or 480.
2) How many poles can I get on the Eaton C30CN 30A contactor?
Pole count runs from two through nine: ECC03C1A2A (two pole), ECC03C1A3A (three), ECC03C1A4A (four), ECC03C1A5A (five), ECC03C1A6A (six), ECC03C1A7A (seven), ECC03C1A8A (eight) and ECC03C1A9A (nine). Pick the pole count by how many switched legs you actually have, not by circuit count alone: a 277V single-phase lighting branch eats one pole per circuit, while a 480V three-phase feed to a bank of fixtures eats three. Every pole carries the same 30A rating.
3) Can the Eaton C30CN NEMA 1 contactor be mounted outdoors or in a wet mechanical room?
No. NEMA 1 is a general purpose indoor enclosure, and this one is painted steel, so it is for dry interior locations: electrical rooms, back-of-house, warehouse walls, above-ceiling accessible spaces. Anywhere subject to rain, hose-down, roof exposure, or a car wash bay needs a NEMA 3R or 4/4X rated can instead. A parking garage or loading dock where wind-driven rain reaches the wall counts as outdoors for this purpose.
4) I have a 24V or 277V control circuit. Will this Eaton C30CN contactor work?
Not directly. This one is built with a 110-120 Vac, 50/60 Hz coil, so it needs 120V control power. On a 24V low-voltage BAS or a 277V switch leg you have two choices: run a control transformer to give the coil its 120V, or order a C30CN with a coil matched to your control voltage. The 30A load rating and the pole count are unaffected by which coil you pick, so it is only the coil voltage you are changing.
5) I am replacing a failed lighting contactor in an existing panel. How do I match the Eaton C30CN?
Three things have to line up. Count the switched legs on the old device and match the pole count, two through nine on the C30CN. Check the nameplate coil voltage on the unit coming out, since this version wants 110-120 Vac and a 24V or 277V coil will not drop in. Confirm the branch is 30A or less, because that is the contact rating per pole. Then verify the existing knockouts and mounting fall within a 6 in wide by 7.62 in deep can, or plan on new mounting holes and a fitting change.
6) Should I use an electrically held or a mechanically held lighting contactor?
An electrically held contactor needs the coil energized the whole time the lights are on, which means constant coil draw and an audible hum in a quiet space, and it drops the load if control power is lost. A mechanically held unit latches on a momentary pulse and stays put with no coil draw, and it holds its state through a control power loss, which is what you want when a time clock, photocell, or BAS pulses it. The C30CN is built as a non-combination electrically and mechanically held device. Because it is non-combination, there is no built-in disconnect or overcurrent device in the can, so the branch breaker upstream is your disconnect and protection.
7) Can maintenance turn the lights on and off at the Eaton C30CN contactor itself?
Yes. An ON/OFF pushbutton is included, so a facility tech can operate the contactor locally at the enclosure for testing or override without pulling a panel cover or forcing the time clock. That matters on commissioning day and during troubleshooting: you can prove the contactor and the load side work before you start chasing a control wiring fault upstream.
8) What do I need to order alongside an Eaton C30CN contactor to finish a lighting control job?
The contactor and its enclosure with the ON/OFF pushbutton are what you get. It is a non-combination device, so the branch circuit breaker upstream provides the disconnecting means and overcurrent protection, and that is a separate purchase. You also supply the control initiator, a time clock, photocell, occupancy sensor, or BAS relay output, plus a 110-120 Vac control source for the coil. Conduit, fittings, and conductors are field-supplied.
9) Can I use a 30A lighting contactor to switch motor loads or an HVAC compressor?
A lighting contactor like the C30CN is rated for lamp loads, tungsten to 480V and general loads to 600V at 30A. Motor starting is a different duty: inrush on a motor is several times running current and a motor circuit needs overload protection sized to the nameplate, which a non-combination lighting contactor does not include. For a motor, use a motor starter with overload relays instead. Switching contactor-controlled fan or pump loads through this device is the common field mistake that nuisance-trips and burns contacts.
10) Is one Eaton C30CN enough for a whole floor of lighting, or do I need several?
It depends on switched legs, not square footage. Each pole handles one switched leg at up to 30A, and the highest pole count available is nine. A floor split into more than nine independently controlled zones needs more than one contactor, and any single zone drawing more than 30A needs its own device or a higher-rated contactor. Common practice in a commercial building is one contactor per panel serving a group of lighting branch circuits, sized to the number of circuits in that panel.
11) How much wall space do I need for an Eaton C30CN contactor enclosure?
The enclosure measures 6 in wide and 7.62 in deep. Lay it out with working clearance in front per code for the voltage present, and leave room below for conduit entry and wire bending on 30A conductors. In a crowded electrical closet the 7.62 in depth is usually the number that decides whether it fits between the wall and the door swing.
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