Eaton PKE-XTUACP-36 Electronic Trip Unit, 1.5-36 A, SmartWire-DT, for PKE Motor Protection 168795

The Eaton PKE-XTUACP-36 trip unit brings adjustable, networkable protection to Eaton PKE motor protective circuit breakers. Unlike fixed thermal releases, its electronic design allows precise setting of overload and short-circuit responses across a wide current range, making it suitable for both motor and system protection.

Highlights

• Adjustable overload release from 1.5 A to 36 A
• Short-circuit release adjustable from 6 to 14 times the overload setting
• Selectable trip class: CLASS 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30
• Integrated SmartWire-DT interface for communication and networking
• Pluggable design for quick installation onto PKE breakers
• Phase failure sensitivity for enhanced motor protection

In daily use

Rotary switches allow fast adaptation to the application, while LED indicators show the operating status. The unit is self-powered from the main circuit; a 24 V DC supply is only needed for the communication module. It operates reliably in ambient temperatures from -25 °C to +55 °C.

Full specifications

• Product type: Electronic trip unit
• Application: Motor protection, system protection
• Compatibility: Eaton PKE motor protective circuit breakers
• Rated operational current: up to 36 A
• Overload release setting range: 1.5 – 36 A (adjustable)
• Short-circuit release setting range: 6 – 14 x Ir (adjustable)
• Trip class: adjustable (CLASS 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30)
• Phase failure sensitivity: yes
• Communication interface: SmartWire-DT
• Mounting type: pluggable/insertable
• Protection functions: overload, short-circuit, phase failure
• Auxiliary power supply: self-powered (from main circuit) or 24 V DC for communication module
• Operating temperature: -25 to +55 °C
• Adjustment method: rotary switches
• Indication: LED status indicators

Final note

The PKE-XTUACP-36 combines precise protection with SmartWire-DT connectivity, making it a versatile choice for modern motor control applications.