An 8PG MCC refers to a specific model or series of Motor Control Centers (MCC) manufactured by Siemens. An MCC is an assembly of enclosed sections that house a common power bus and individual motor control units (called “buckets”) for controlling several electric motors from a central location.
Key characteristics of the Siemens 8PG MCC include:
- Manufacturer: Siemens.
- Product Type: A line of low-voltage motor control centers, specifically part of the “tiastar” family of products.
- Modularity: The 8PG designation appears in catalog numbers for standard, self-contained modular units, including feeder circuit breaker (FCB) vertical sections and various control buckets (units).
- Standards: These units are designed to meet CSA, UL and NEMA standards for industrial electrical equipment.
- Applications: They are used in industrial settings for power distribution and the centralized control of electric motors, offering options for basic control or integration into data networks as “Smart MCCs” with intelligent devices.
- Components: The product line includes various components like feeder circuit breakers, motor circuit protectors, and different sized units (e.g., 6″, 12″, 18″ high) to accommodate diverse applications
The 8PG MCC has been discontinued for the newer 8PX MCC line, however retrofitting is available for units up to a certain age.
