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Taking busway to new heights
Pow-R-Way III busway service and solutions
Service and solutions
Pow-R-Way III busway
Taking busway to new heights!
As a leader in providing quality, cutting-edge electrical distribution equipment, Eaton understands the importance of offering superior service and product solutions to its customers. This is often the difference that places Eaton above other manufacturers of electrical distribution equipment.
Eaton’s Pow-R-Way III buswayis becoming the preferred means of connecting electrical equipment in power distribution systems, due to its electrical efficiencies and cost-saving characteristics. To help ensure that projects are kept on schedule, Eaton’s Busway Team offers the following services and solutions:
• Busway Field Measurement Services—This service is ideal for any project where there is an increased potential for making measurement errors
• Final Field Fit Program— This program was established to effectively manage the dimensional uncertainties that are often inherent in busway layouts
Burj Khalifa in DubaiWorld’s tallest building, powered byEaton’s Pow-R-Way III busway.
• Express Bus Program—This expedited shipment program is designed to help meet the needs of accelerated job site completion schedules or to help get critical loads online and operating
• Calculator—This unique software program allows the installer to compare the total installed cost of busway installations against traditional cable/conduit installations
All of the above programs are outlined in further detail. To take full advantage of these programs or to obtain additional information, please contact your local Eaton sales office.
Taipei 101One of the world’s tallest buildings is powered by Eaton’s Pow-R-Way III busway.
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It’s better with busway!Busway Field Measurement Services
Eaton’s busway measurement and layout— don’t lose sleep over your busway project!
• Leave the details to us!
• On-site measurement by experienced, factory-trained personnel
• Cost-efficient and guaranteed to fit
• Solutions for every application:
• New installations
• Final field fits
• Add to existing
• Coordinate between new or existing equipment
Rely on Eaton’s busway measurement and layout service for your most complex projects. This service is your way to save time and money.
15’ – 2-3/16”
4’ – 5/8” 1st Floor
3’ – 4-1/2”
F 2’ – 6-3/4”
7’ – 5-1/4”
4’ – 7”
1’ – 0”
2’ – 8”
10’ – 7”
5’ – 1-1/2”
4’ – 11-3/4”
F
MSBRear
The purpose of the factory measurement service is to measure and provide layout drawings for each bus run. We are there to avoid mistakes in measuring and take the worry out of laying out the busway, which could cost you time and money. To help you make the most of our site visit, we have outlined what to expect from our service and what we need in the way of preparation before the visit.
Service
• Our on-site measurement personnel are factory-trained and experienced with busway products
• We use handheld laser distance measuring tools to save time and ensure an accurate measurement
• One set price includes travel expenses, site visit and measurement, and layout drawings for your approval
• Expedited approval drawings within two weeks of the site visit
Site preparation
The following information should be worked out before scheduling your on-site measurement:
• Are the walls, floor and other obstacles the busway will penetrate or be routed around in place for measurement?
Scheduling
• To help ensure the best possible service, we send only engineers and technicians who are trained and experienced in busway measurements and layouts; as a result, we have a limited number of personnel available. Requests are fulfilled on a “first come, first served basis”
• Please allow two weeks’ notice to schedule a site visit
• We will accommodate expedited requests whenever possible; an additional fee will apply if service is required in less than two weeks
• Are the termination points identified and in a fixed location?
• Where is your gear lineup?
• Will it be sitting on a pad?
• What are the utility requirements, if applicable?
• Where is the transformer to be set?
• What are the on-site requirements and restrictions? (minimum headroom, maximum height, and the like)
• Where is the busway being routed outside and throughout the building?
• What other trades are also occupying the area, and where are they being routed?
• We will need the assistance of one person on the job site who is familiar with all of the above and who can work with us for the day to complete the measurements for the busway layout
Guarantee
• Most variance in the layout dimensions can be accommodated with our Pow-R-BridgeE coupling, whichallows a 1-inch adjustment per joint connection. Should there be a measurement error that exceeds this adjustment, we will provide a replacement piece in a timely manner at no additional charge 1
AThis free replacement does not include changes made in the layout or site after the factory rep has completed the measurements.
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1. Customer Faxes Dimensions for F01Final field fit piece shipped within five to 10 working days.
2. Details on ProcessGreenwood provides this information for customer reference:
• Drawing number• Order number• Phone number• Fax number
Customer must fill in this information before faxing to Greenwood:
• Final field fit piece dimension
• Shipping information:
• Name
• Company name
• Phone number
• Fax number
• Date
• Other field fit items
• Requested shipping date
Pow-R-Way III low voltage buswayFinal Field Fit Program
The exact fit the first time
Eaton is dedicated to producing a quality product and delivering it on time. The Final Field Fit Program was established to effectively manage the dimensional uncertainties that are often inherent in busway layouts. This program has been successful for many years, and it provides the assurance of an exact fit the first time. It allows for busway runs to be released for manufacture when certain dimensions are not yet determined. It also eliminates the costly delays that can occur when sections have to be remade to accommodate last-minute job site changes in routing.
Benefits:
• Exact fit the first time
• Eliminates incorrect pieces
• Facilitates on-time project completion
Ref. Drawing:
G.O.#: Item #:
Phone #: 864-942-6310 Fax #: 864-942-6339
Customer to provide dimensions indicated by letters on field fit section of busway.
Name:Company:
Phone #: Fax #:Date:
List other field fit items released at this time:Requested Ship Date:
Standard ship lead-time is 5 to 10 working days from receipt of complete information.
"B" Dimension = ____________
Final Field Fit Program
Fax Release!Fax Direct to Greenwood factory.
"A" Dimension = ____________
B
A
CLCutout
Top ofSwitchgear
Edge ofHousing
What is a final fit piece?
A field fit section of busway is typically an elbow or a short section of feeder that is intentionally left out of a run for later shipment. It is most often a mutually agreed upon section between the customer and the plant. In Figure 1,the field fit piece is identified as item F01, a downward elbow flange.
Upon release of the order, this item is kept on hold for field measurement. The contractor will install the busway (items A01 through A12) and is then able to obtain an exact dimension for the final field fit piece. In this case, the measurement for item F01 should be made from the top of “SWGR 1” up to the outside edge of the busway (dimension “A”) and from the outside edge of the busway back to the edge of the housing of item A12 (dimension “B”).
When should the program be used?
If you are uncertain of the exact dimensions on long runs or if you have pathway obstructions that will require job site routing of the busway, this program can help you.
Here’s how the final field fit program works1. Review busway
requirements with your Greenwood product engineer. Together, you can determine which piece should be field fit. Release all the busway except the field fit piece. (There is a limit to the number of field fit pieces that can be supplied, so please consult your Greenwood product engineer.)
2. The contractor installs the busway and measures the field fit piece dimensions.
3. The contractor can fax the dimensions directly to the Greenwood product engineer on the Final Field Fit Program Fax Release, Figure 2. The contractor simply fills in the requested information and transmits the form. The Final Field Fit Program Fax Release form is customized to each order and shipped to the job site with the busway. The field fit items will match the “F” items shown on the construction draw-ings provided by Eaton. It will also reference the Eaton drawing number and General Order number.
4. The field fit piece will ship within five to 10 working days of receipt. Offset and combination offset fittings may take longer to ship. Also, if more than five field fit pieces release at the same time, the shipment lead-time may take longer than five to 10 working days. Contact the factory for lead-times.
1’ 9”
A10
20’ 0”
TF Oppos
A122 of
2’ 0”
2’ 0”
A11
A12
2’ 0”
10’ 0”
HoldF01
Edge ofHousing
A12
(13” Min)B
BUS(8.62” m
in)
A
Swgr 1Front
A =B = F01
Edge ofHousing
A12
(13” Min)B
C
CLBUS
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Top of Gear
CLBUS
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Quick-ShipSM
Express Busway Program
A quick and dependable solution
Eaton’s electrical business continues to be the leader in providing service and product solutions to its customers. When you need a complete run of busway fast to get critical electrical loads running or meet time-sensitive deadlines, Eaton’s express bus is the solution.
Product offering
Indoor plug-in busway
• 800A to 2500A copper
Indoor feeder busway
• 800A to 2500A copper
Corner joints
• Forward (right)
• Rearward (left)
• Upward
• Downward
Tap boxes
• End cable tap box
• Plug-in tap box
Bus plugs
• Fusible
• Circuit breaker
Accessories
• End closer
• Wall/floor flange
• Hangers
Pow-R-Way III busway
Feeder and plug-in indoor busway with copper conductors are available in 10-foot (3.0 m) and 6-foot (1.8 m) lengths. They can be used interchangeably without the use of special adapters or special splice plates, provided they are the same current and system rating.
Pow-R-Way III is constructed with a lightweight and rugged two-piece all-aluminum extruded housing, which is rated as a 50% ground path.
Copper busbars for plug-in applications have full-sized conductor tabs welded to their side edges to form the plug-in contact surfaces. Tabs are the same exact thickness as the conductors and are fully rated up to 800A.
Corner joint elbows
When it comes to bends and turns in a bus run, the Pow-R-Way III corner joint isthe most compact elbow in the industry. Given the complexity of today’s industrial and commercial distribution systems, and the need to coordinate layouts with HVAC, plumbing and lighting requirements, space quickly becomes a critical factor.
The Pow-R-Way III corner joint elbow can be installed in areas where traditional 90-degree elbows could never have been accomplished before.
Due to its compact design, the corner joint also allows for layouts that provide optimum utilization of space. Critical section length that would normally be required for a traditional elbow leg length can now be dedicated to maximizing usable plug-in section length.
The corner joint is as reliable as traditional elbows. It is seismically certified and exceeds the requirements of both the UBC� and the CBC (Zone 4). The corner joint is UL� Listedfor indoor applications.
Program highlights
Eaton will ship 12 total pieces of busway in five working days or 24 total pieces in 10 working days after receipt of released order. Total pieces are inclusive of end tap boxes and corner joints.
For pricing, special requests or other needs, please contact your local Eaton sales office.
Plug-in units and additional hangers are stocked and available in the warehouse.
How the program works
By using the electronic form in Outlook�, it’s as quick and easy as 1-2-3.
1. Write in the catalog numbers and quantities of the pieces needed.
2. Write in and extend the pricing. Obtain book and net multipliers from your local sales office.
3. Fill out all the information in the electronic form on Outlook for EatonCare order entry. Fax in a copy of the distributor purchase order.
Once received, your order will be entered into the system and shipped within five to 10 working days based upon the number of pieces ordered.
ote:N Order must be entered by your local Eaton sales representative.
Fittings and accessories
End cable tap boxes are available for all ratings in the Express Bus program. Plug-in cable tap boxes are also available and are listed in Catalog CA08101001E, Section 17. One horizontal hanger will be included for every 10 feet (3.0 m) of busway. Please specify flatwise or edgewise.
Additional information
Product brochure
• BR01701001E
Technical data
• TD01701001E
Distribution catalog
• CA08101001E
Consulting application guide
• CA08104001E
Electrical solutions catalog
• CA08105001E
ABCs of planning/installation
• M01701002E
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Upward Shown
Forward Shown
Upward Shown
Upward/Downward Corner Joints
Copper
(X) Upward (X) Downward
Wire Ampere Rating Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
Three-phase three-wire housing ground
80010001200
4.70 (119.4)4.70 (119.4) 4.70 (119.4)
4.35 (110.5) 4.35 (110.5)4.35 (110.5)
160020002500
4.70 (119.4)4.70 (119.4)4.70 (119.4)
4.35 (110.5)4.35 (110.5)4.35 (110.5)
Three-phase four-wire housing ground
80010001200
4.71 (119.6)4.71 (119.6)4.71 (119.6)
5.00 (127.0)5.00 (127.0)5.00 (127.0)
160020002500
4.71 (119.6)4.71 (119.6)4.71 (119.6)
5.00 (127.0)5.00 (127.0)5.00 (127.0)
Express Bus: Plug-In Busway Express Bus: Feeder Busway
Copper Copper
10' 0" Plug-in Length 6' 0" Plug-in Length 10' 0" Feeder Length 6' 0" Feeder Length
Wire Ampere Rating Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog NumberThree-phase three-wire housing ground
80010001200
BX08C3HP120IBX10C3HP120IBX12C3HP120I
BX08C3HP072IBX10C3HP072IBX12C3HP072I
BX08C3HP120IBX10C3HP120IBX12C3HP120I
BX08C3HP072IBX10C3HP072IBX12C3HP072I
160020002500
BX16C3HP120IBX20C3HP120IBX25C3HP120I
BX16C3HP072IBX20C3HP072IBX25C3HP072I
BX16C3HP120IBX20C3HP120IBX25C3HP120I
BX16C3HP072IBX20C3HP072IBX25C3HP072I
Three-phase four-wire housing ground
80010001200
BX08C4HP120IBX10C4HP120IBX12C4HP120I
BX08C4HP072IBX10C4HP072IBX12C4HP072I
BX08C4HP120IBX10C4HP120IBX12C4HP120I
BX08C4HP072IBX10C4HP072IBX12C4HP072I
160020002500
BX16C4HP120IBX20C4HP120IBX25C4HP120I
BX16C4HP072IBX20C4HP072IBX25C4HP072I
BX16C4HP120IBX20C4HP120IBX25C4HP120I
BX16C4HP072IBX20C4HP072IBX25C4HP072I
Express Bus: Fittings
Copper
Upward Corner Joint Downward Corner Joint Forward Corner Joint Rearward Corner Joint
Wire Ampere Rating Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number
Three-phase three-wire housing ground
80010001200
BX08C3HAUCJIBX10C3HAUCJIBX12C3HAUCJI
BX08C3HADCJIBX10C3HADCJIBX12C3HADCJI
BX08C3HAFCJIBX10C3HAFCJIBX12C3HAFCJI
BX08C3HARCJIBX10C3HARCJIBX12C3HARCJI
160020002500
BX16C3HAUCJIBX20C3HAUCJIBX25C3HAUCJI
BX16C3HADCJIBX20C3HADCJIBX25C3HADCJI
BX16C3HAFCJIBX20C3HAFCJIBX25C3HAFCJI
BX16C3HARCJIBX20C3HARCJIBX25C3HARCJI
Three-phase four-wire housing ground
80010001200
BX08C4HAUCJIBX10C4HAUCJIBX12C4HAUCJI
BX08C4HADCJIBX10C4HADCJIBX12C4HADCJI
BX08C4HAFCJIBX10C4HAFCJIBX12C4HAFCJI
BX08C4HARCJIBX10C4HARCJIBX12C4HARCJI
160020002500
BX16C4HAUCJIBX20C4HAUCJIBX25C4HAUCJI
BX16C4HADCJIBX20C4HADCJIBX25C4HADCJI
BX16C4HAFCJIBX20C4HAFCJIBX25C4HAFCJI
BX16C4HARCJIBX20C4HARCJIBX25C4HARCJI
Express Bus: Tap Boxes and Accessories
Copper
End Cable Tap Box End Closer Wall/Floor Flange
Wire Ampere Rating Catalog Number Style Number Style Number
Three-phase three-wire housing ground
80010001200
BX08C3HAETRIBX10C3HAETRIBX12C3HAETRI
BVD0156G01BVD0156G02BVD0156G03
BVD0299G01BVD0299G02BVD0299G03
160020002500
BX16C3HAETRIBX20C3HAETRIBX25C3HAETRI
BVD0156G04BVD0156G05BVD0156G06
BVD0299G04BVD0299G05BVD0299G06
Three-phase four-wire housing ground
80010001200
BX08C4HAETRIBX10C4HAETRIBX12C4HAETRI
BVD0156G01BVD0156G02BVD0156G03
BVD0299G01BVD0299G02BVD0299G03
160020002500
BX16C4HAETRIBX20C4HAETRIBX25C4HAETRI
BVD0156G04BVD0156G05BVD0156G06
BVD0299G04BVD0299G05BVD0299G06
Forward/Rearward Corner Joints
Copper
(X) (Y)
Wire Ampere Rating Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
Three-phase three-wire housing ground
80010001200
0.94 (23.9)1.25 (31.8)1.50 (38.1)
5.38 (136.7)5.69 (144.5) 5.94 (150.9)
160020002500
2.25 (57.2)2.88 (73.2)4.12 (104.6)
6.69 (169.9)7.31 (185.7)8.57 (217.7)
Three-phase four-wire housing ground
80010001200
0.94 (23.9)1.25 (31.8) 1.50 (38.1)
5.38 (136.7)5.69 (144.5)5.94 (150.9)
160020002500
2.25 (57.2)2.88 (73.2) 4.12 (104.6)
6.69 (169.9)7.31 (185.7)8.57 (217.7)
End Cable Tap Boxes
Copper
Width Length
Wire Ampere Rating Inches (mm) Inches (mm)
Three-phase three-wire housing ground
80010001200
12.00 (304.8)12.00 (304.8)12.00 (304.8)
50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)
160020002500
20.50 (520.7)20.50 (520.7)24.50 (622.3)
50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)
Three-phase four-wire housing ground
80010001200
12.00 (304.8)12.00 (304.8)12.00 (304.8)
50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)
160020002500
20.50 (520.7)20.50 (520.7)24.50 (622.3)
50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)50.00 (1270.0)
DA
NG
ER
DA
NG
ER
DA
NG
ER
Please specify voltage:
X=1 208/120V
X=2 480/277V
X=3 600/347V
X=6 600V
Hangers: Vertical and horizontal hangers are available. For horizontal hangers, please specify “Hook” or “Angle” and “Flatwise” or “Edgewise.”
Plug-in Units: For fusible and circuitbreaker plug-in units, please see catalog CA08101001E, Section 17.
Dimensions: For physical dimensions, ratings and product details, please see Technical Data TD01701001E.
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Pow-R-Way III low voltage buswayBusway value calculator
The advantages of busway
There are many definite advantages to busway over cable and conduit distribution systems:
• Fewer man-hours for installation
• Busway is engineered and built to fit your specific layout needs. It is shipped to the job site ready for installation. Busway can be installed quickly and efficiently with only 40% of the labor required to install a conduit and wire system
• Compact size
• Due to its sandwich-style design, busway has a very compact cross-sectional area and therefore occupies far less space than multiple conduits
• Reusable, expandable, flexible
• As distribution needs change, you can easily relocate existing busway runs or add new sections to extend bus runs into other areas of your facility
• A safe and versatile design
• Pow-R-Way III meets the requirements of UL, NEMA�, CSA� and IEEE�. Additionally, Pow-R-Way IIIis seismically qualified to both the UBC and CBC, exceeding Zone 4 worst case levels. The conductor bars are totally enclosed in a nonventilated aluminum housing that provides the highest short-circuit ratings in the industry today. All bus plugs are polarized to prevent improper installation, and the plug-in outlets are rated as IP2X for finger safety to IEC 529
• Lower installed cost
• The savings in labor can generate a total installed cost reduction of as much as 40% compared to a conduit and cable installation
Busway saves time and money
Myth
“Busway is more expensive than cable and conduit.”
Fact
With the higher wholesale costs of cable and conduit, busway is very competitive when comparing material costs. However, it is the reduction in the number of man-hours required for installation that provides a significantly lower installed cost with busway than with pipe and wire.
Myth
“Busway requires accurate layout and measurements. That takes too much time and effort and leaves room for errors.”
Fact
Accurate layouts can be done quickly with the help of Eaton’s Greenwood plant. Customer approval drawings are mailed two weeks after receipt of the order. The Final Field Fit Program provides the means to effectively manage the dimensional uncertainties that are often inherent in busway layouts. The savings realized with a busway installation should compensate for the time and effort required.
To learn more about Eaton’s innovative products and solutions, call 1-877-ETN-CARE. For engineering services, call 1-800-498-2678, or visit www.eaton.com.
Myth
“Busway takes too long to get to the job site while pipe and wire is always available.”
Fact
Our lead-times are more competitive than ever, and Greenwood can handle most Quick-Ship requests to meet the project requirements.
Myth
“In the low- to mid-range (225A–1600A) ratings, there are no savings.”
Fact
Busway can be competitive at any rating. A number of variables determine the installed cost of a distribution system. Contact Eaton for application assistance.
Evaluating a comparison
When you evaluate your own job comparison, try an aluminum or copper busway alternate against copper cable. As you can see from the table above, aluminum and copper busway required approximately a third of the installation time.
Pow-R-Way III has manyfeatures that are beneficial, such as Class B insulation, an integral housing ground, an isolated ground option and a 200% neutral option. Contact your Eaton sales engineer for more information.
There Is an Application for Busway in Every Market
Facility Type Application Busway Advantage
High-riseconstruction
Riser feeder busway with plug-in sections to distribute power at each floor.
Lower installed costs and more efficient distribution of power.
Industrialplant
Feeder busway for tie runs between switchgear and multiple load plug-in busway to feed individual processes.
The versatility of busway provides the user with the ability to easily expand the distribution system as needs change.
Institutional Single load feeder busway and plug-in busway to feed specific loads.
The compact cross-sectional size of busway allows for the maximum utilization of needed space.
Commercial Main service entrance feeder busway and plug-in busway for tenant feeds and distribution.
Safe distribution of power with the added value of tenant metering from IQ Energy SentinelE bus plugs.
2000 AmpereUtility Connection
Motor ControlCenter
Switchboard
or Switch
gear
Machine A
Machine B Machine C
Busway
2000 AmpereUtility Connection
Motor ControlCenter
Machine C
Cable and Conduit
Panelboard
Panelboard
Switchboard
or Switch
gear
Machine A
Machine B
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Volts
Voltage Drop Comparison
Conductor System
Cable Busway
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Determine a cost-effective solution
The Busway Value Calculator has been developed to help customers determine if Eaton Pow-R-Way III buswayor cable and conduit is the most cost-effective solution for any given application. This user-friendly tool does a side-by-side total installed cost comparison of busway to cable and conduit. With the lightweight, compact design of Pow-R-Way III busway, there are significant labor cost savings resulting in an overall installed cost savings over cable and conduit systems.
How it works
The Busway Value Calculator uses the NECA labor unit system to help calculate the labor costs associated with installing cable and conduit systems as well as busway systems. There are no hidden tricks, and the user has full control of the comparison. While default pricing is included, all data, from the NECA labor unit values to material costs, can be adjusted to match your costs and efficiencies. This also allows you to see cost impacts as variables change.
Additional comparisons
In addition to the installed cost comparison, the Busway Value Calculator does a space savings comparison and a voltage drop comparison between busway and cable and conduit systems.
• Space Savings—With itscompact design, the Pow-R-Way III buswayoccupies far less space than that of multiple conduits. In the sample comparison shown, conduit would occupy 92 square inches of space along the run compared with only 32 square inches for Pow-R-Way III busway
• Voltage Drop Efficiencies— With Pow-R-Way III busway having only one or two conductors per phase and the Pow-R-Bridge joint design, its voltage drop is much lower than that associated with cable. In the sample comparison shown, the line-to-line voltage drop for cable is 39.1V at the end of the run. Pow-R-Way III busway has only an 8.8 drop in voltage at the end of the run. This means much lower losses, allowing a more efficient use of energy
Based upon your fully burdened labor rate and material costs, the calculator configures a material cost comparison, a labor cost comparison and a total cost comparison, as well as bills of material for both.
Most selections may be made via drop-down menus. Once the ampere rating of the system is selected, the Busway Value Calculator automatically sizes the conduit and cable and determines the number of each per phase. This is done per NEC guidelines and tables. This may also be done manually within the program.
The final comparison results may be printed in a report format or exported as a Word document and saved. Shown at right is a cost comparison for a 1600A tie run between two switchboards. The bill of material is for 300 feet, 3-phase, 4-wire with ground, eight elbows and two switchboard connections. Rigid conduit is used with 500 kcmil THHN copper cable. The fully burdened labor rate is set at $35.00 per hour.
Equipment Quantity Material Labor Total Cost
Conduit and Cable Method3-1/2" rigid steel conduit 1500 ft. $14,880.00 $13,125.00 $28,005.00Elbow(s) 1500 ft. $1,560.00 $3,500.00 $5,060.00Bushing-lock nuts 1500 ft. $168.00 $490.00 $658.00Pull boxes 1500 ft. $96.00 $225.75 $321.75Trapeze hangers 1500 ft. $351.00 $2,593.50 $2,944.50Conduit channel clamps 1500 ft. $367.50 $220.50 $588.00500 kcmil THHN wire 1500 ft. $30,968.00 $9,732.80 $40,700.80250 kcmil ground wire 1500 ft. $3,950.00 $1,769.60 $5,719.60Compression lugs 1500 ft. $390.00 $1,750.00 $2,140.00Method total $86,137.65
Busway Method1600A feeder busway 300 ft. $50,880.00 $9,450.00 $60,330.00
Busway elbow(s) 8 $2,110.40 $302.40 $2,412.80
Busway gear flange 2 $796.00 $378.00 $1,174.00
Busway hanger rods 39 $13.00 $137.00 $149.00
Method total $64,065.80Space Savings
For a free copy of the Busway Value Calculator software, please contact your local Eaton sales office.Or visit www.eatonbusway.com for a Web-based version.
Sample Cost Comparison
ote:N All busway components are based on indoor, copper design with 50% integral housing ground.
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