GE Spectra Series Busway Catalogue

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Spectra Series Busway ™
imagination at work
Spectra Series™ Busway
Spectra Series™ Busway.

All the muscle without the weight.
GE engineers have broken the weight barrier with Our exclusive adjustable joint connector allows quick
Spectra Series™ busway. Its computer-designed, ±1/2” busway length adjustment – right in the field.
all-aluminum housing is up to 50% lighter than compa- This new level of flexibility makes it easy to cope with
rable wire and conduit – and lighter than competitors’ unexpected building variations during installation.
busway – while providing the current-carrying capacity
(up to 5,000 amps) and short-circuit protection you’ve Spectra Series busway also includes our specially
always counted on from GE busway. designed belleville spring washer that retains over 90%
of its original contact pressure. So you get a more
Less weight means big labor savings. secure, reliable and virtually maintenance-free joint.
Since Spectra Series busway is lighter than other busways,
its easier to handle and hang. You save on labor and Our new busway can often be hung with a unique GE
installation time (per NECA labor standards). This may hanger that employs just a single drop rod. Plug-assist
lower your total installed cost by up to 75% versus wire and plug-position locators make installation a snap
and conduit. (even on larger plugs). And 50% housing ground is
standard. Internal ground is available for both aluminum
Epoxy insulation protects your investment. and copper busway.
GE has applied more than three decades of experience
with material coatings to bring advanced epoxy insula- Tip the scale in your favor. Choose Spectra Series
tion technology to Spectra Series busway. Our special busway from GE
Class B 130°C Blue Coat™ epoxy insulation provides
tougher, longer life (50 years expected) than mylar, Quick Index Pages
PVC, and glass tape used by other manufacturers. Key Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Electrical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
A load of extras. Physical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Both plug-in and feeder configurations offer identical Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-33
low voltage drop. In fact, it’s one of the most efficient Cataloging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-38
busway systems available. Guide Form Specifications . . . . . . . . . 39-40
Joint Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
Put the Busway Tool Kit to work for you!

GE’s Busway Tool Kit is a collection of electronic tools that quickly and easily answers customers’ questions,
calculates costs savings for contractors, provides layout assistance to specifiers, and delivers value engineering
to distributors.
Labor Calculator compares the labor costs Speculator answers busway-related electrical
of installing lighter GE busway versus Square questions.
D busway.
Autobus allows specifiers, electrical contractors
Cable Converter – calculates how busway and others to design and engineer busway in
costs to compare to pipe and wire. 3-D AutoCAD® format.
The Busway Toolkit is available on-line at www.geelectrical.com/elitenet or order the two-CD set (DEU-060) from GE.
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State-of-the-Art
Busway Systems
All Spectra Series™ bus bars are integrity-
tested with 5000 Vac – for absolute
performance confidence.
Automated process applies durable baked-

enamel ANSI 61 finish (tough .10” thick
aluminum 6061-T6 housings) – for consistent,
repeatable quality and protection.
Our experts closely monitor production

performance – to help protect your
investment.
Easiest-to-Install Busway – Ever.

Spectra Series™ busway features an
aluminum housing that cuts busway
weight up to 50% – reducing installation
costs. Single bolt joint with positive torque
connection at 50 ft.-lbs. is standard. See the
back cover for optional Joint Guard™ bolt.
Sections can be hung every 10 feet with

just a single drop rod hanger standard up
to 2000 amp aluminum or 1600 amp
copper. Spectra bus is extremely light –
enough to lighten ceiling loads up to 50%.
Easy-to-install, rugged vertical riser hanger

supports simplify busway installation and
adjustment.
For secure, flexible long-term reliability and

minimal maintenance, Spectra busway
offers up to ±1/2” adjustable joints with
belleville spring washers that do not
require re-torquing.
Flex-A-Joint™ removable isolation joints

allow individual sections to be conveniently
taken out of service with minimum downtime
or interruption of power. Accepts Flex-A-
Tap™ bolted power take-off devices up to
1600 amps at every joint, plug-in or feeder.
Plug-assist and plug-position locators simplify

connection – assuring positive, safe installation.
See General Electric installation instructions,

publication number DEH-40087 for recom-
mended low maintenance procedures.
Note: It is a good practice to de-energize the

busway when installing or removing plugs.
Please follow all guidelines in GE publication
DEH-40087 carefully.
Electrical Data
Integrated housing ground resistance
Spectra Series busway’s all-aluminum housing provides an extremely
low impedance ground path with less resistance (more continuous
current capacity) than internal ground bus bars for both copper and
aluminum systems.
Spectra Series busway’s integrated housing ground resistance values exceed

NEC 250-94 standards for minimum ground conductors. Spectra Series feeder busway
Plug-in outlet grounding is supplied with tin-plated copper tabs bolted to the
aluminum housing for superior continuity through standard bus plug ground
stabs. An internal ground bus bar (50% capacity, .125 inch thick) is also avail-
able to provide a complete system.
Table 5.1
DC Resistance Ohms x 10-3/100 ft. @ 75° C
Bar Width Integrated Housing Aluminum Internal¬ Copper Internal
Ground 50% Ground Bus 50% Ground Bus
0.750 0.65 18.67 10.74
1.125 0.64 12.44 7.16
1.625 1.31 8.62 5.15
1.750 0.61 8.00 4.60
2.250 1.21 6.22 3.72
2.875 1.12 4.87 2.91
3.375 1.06 4.15 2.48
4.000 1.04 3.50 2.10
4.250 0.97 3.29 1.95
4.500 0.95 3.11 1.84
¬ The housing could satisfy 50% ground bus conductor
5.750 0.85 2.44 1.44
6.500 0.80 2.15 1.27
requirements. An internal aluminum ground bar offers
7.500 0.74 1.86 1.07 no electrical advantage and is not available in the
8.250 0.71 1.70 1.00 Spectra II option.
Busway applications with harmonics

For busway applications where non-linear loads are present, first determine the specific non-linear load condition for the
application. Once the non-linear load condition is established, Spectra Series busway should be derated in accordance
with Option A; see Table 5.2 and Fig. 5.1 below.
Where full nameplate loading is required, Spectra Series busway should be sized in accordance with Option B; see Table
5.2 and Fig. 5.1 below. By increasing the width of both the phase and neutral bars equally, the busway will operate within
UL heat rise limits at full nameplate rating, while also carrying up to twice the rated current in the neutral conductor.
Table 5.2 Figure 5.1

Non-linear Load Option A Option B Phase Bar
(Neutral Harmonic Neutral Bar
Neutral Phase Neutral
Current / Total Phase Derating Phase Bar Bar Width Bar Bar
Current) Factor Width Width Width Width X X*N
0.00 1.000 X X Not Required OPTION A OPTION B
1.00 0.866 X X X * 1.15 X * 1.15
1.25 0.811 X X X * 1.23 X * 1.23
1.50 0.756 X X X * 1.32 X * 1.32 Note: Please contact your local GE Consumer &
1.75 0.703 X X X * 1.42 X * 1.42 Industrial sales office for additional information on
2.00 0.655 X X X * 1.53 X * 1.53 application of busway with non-linear loads.
Short-circuit ratings
The Spectra Series busway design provides predictable, consistent strength and high short-circuit ratings.
The ratings shown below are UL recognized rms symmetrical amps for both feeder and plug-in phase-to-phase
and phase-to-ground. Tests were run at three cycles minimum per UL standards. Additional tests were run at
six cycles. Spectra Series busway is third party certified by KEMA to be in compliance with IEC439-1 and -2
short circuit withstand test for 1 and 3 seconds.
The short-circuit rating of the busway system with protective devices that are part of the busway, such as
power takeoffs and reducers, is equal to the lower of the short-circuit rating of the protective device or the
busway with which the fitting is used. For example, a fusible power takeoff rated 200,000 amps with Class J
fuses when installed on a busway rated 150,000 amps would have a rating of 150,000 amps.
Standard short-circuit busway ratings can be given a higher UL Listed short-circuit rating when protected by
specific J, T, R and Class L fuses as shown below.
Table 6.1
Short-Circuit Ratings Plug-In and Feeder
Aluminum (kA) Copper (kA)
Amp Rating
3 and 6 Cycles 1 Sec. 3 Secs. 3 and 6 Cycles 1 Sec. 3 Secs.
225¬ 30/50 11/24 6/14 30/50 17/40 10/21
400¬ 42/85 17/24 10/14 30/50 17/40 10/21
600¬ 50/85 28/24 16/14 42/85 25/40 15/21
800 100 42 24 85 40 21
1000 100 50 29 100 51 29
1200 125 62 36 100 65 37
1350 150 84 49 100 76 44
1600 150 95 55 125 95 55
2000 150 121 70 150 129 75
2500 200 132 76 150 150 107
3000 200 169 97 200 191 110
4000 200 200 140 200 200 149
5000 – – – 200 200 200
¬ Use the first value when selecting Spectra Series II busway.
Table 6.2
Maximum Fuse Sized for Increased Short-Circuit Protection to either 100KA or 200KA
Max “L” Fuse Sizes
Amp Rating For Increased
Short-Circuit Rating
AL CU 100KA 200KA
225 225 1200 800¬
400 400 1200 800¬
– 600 1200 800¬
600 800 2000 1200
– 1000 – 2000
800 1200 – 2500
1000 1350 – 2500
1200 1600 – 3000
1350 2000 – 4000
¬ Also 600J, 800T or 400R
1600 – – 4000
Also 600J, 800T or 600R
2000 2500 – 4000
Standards
Spectra Series busway conforms to the latest revisions of: NEMA BU-1; ANSI/UL857; federal spec W-B-811b;
cUL. Can comply with IEC 439-1 and 2. Contact factory for details.
Electrical Data
Graph 7.1
Busway operation at other frequencies Effect of ambient temperature
Spectra Series busway continuous current ratings are for 50/60 Hz frequency. on busway operation
Maximum hot spot temperature (°C)
For 400 Hz operation, de-rate bus to 85% load. @ 100% of rated load
135
Effect of ambient temperature on busway operation 125
115
Graph 7.1 illustrates the effect of various ambient temperature conditions on
105
busway operating temperature. Spectra Series busway utilizes NEMA Class B
95
130°C insulation. This chart can be used to determine bus operating parameters
85
in accordance with various standards. UL 857 standard
75
Note: Spectra Series busway can be operated in 50°C ambient environments. Derating is required for 65
UL and IEC compliance. At continuous full rated current in 50°C ambient, insulation life would be reduced 55
from 50 years to 25 years. Please verify your application with your project consultants and inspectors.
45 Maximum average ambient temperature (°C)
0 10 20 30 40 45 50 55 60 65 70
1.00 .95 .90 .85 .80 .74 .67
Multiplier for UL and IEC compliance
Fig. 7.1
Plug-In or Feeder, One or Two Stack CEILING
2
inches 50
millimeters
CEILING WALL
6* 3* WALL
152 76
WALL WALL *4” minimum provides

clearance for 30-100
amp fusible plugs. 7”
(3" FOR RISER FLANGE OR minimum for 200 amp
2 2 1* fusible plugs. 8” minimum
SPRING HANGER CLEARANCE) 25
50 50 for all other plugs.
Proximity
Graph 7.2
Below is a drawing that shows the possible positions of busways relative to
Multiplier
walls and to each other. Refer to Graph 7.2 for the proper multiplier required 1.06
Edgewise mounted to wall
to maintain a 55°C rise in a 40°C ambient.
1.04
If horizontally mounted busways are three high, there is an additional multi-

1.02
plying factor of 0.95 for the top run and 0.975 for the center run. The average Edgewise mounted
current hours per week the busway runs at full load will need to be taken into between runs
1.00
account to determine if the installation requires derating as shown in Graph 7.2.
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Voltage drop: plug-in or feeder

Table 8.1
Spectra Series busway has excellent low-voltage-drop values. Minimum reactance (X) is due to very close bar
spacings (sandwiched construction) and a non-magnetic housing. Values shown are identical for plug-in and feeder.
60 Hz values shown. For 50 Hz, multiply reactance (X) by 0.83 and resistance values do not change. For 400 Hz,
multiply reactance by 3.9 and multiply resistance by 1.4. Calculate new voltage drop Vd = amps load X √3
(R cos Θ + X sin Θ) ft/100, where cos Θ = Power Factor. Contact your local GE representative for a free copy of
the Busway Tool Kit (DEU-066) to help with electrical calculations.
Bar Voltage Drop – Concentrated Load¬

Rated Width x 1/4” Ohms x 10-3/100 Ft. Line-to-Line/100 Ft. @ 100% Rated Load, 25°C Amb.
Load Thickness Line-to-Neutral Power Factor
Amps IN MM R X Z .3 .4 .5 .6 .7 .8 .9 1.0
225 0.750 19 9.11 3.75 9.85 2.46 2.76 3.04 3.30 3.53 3.72 3.83 3.55
Spectra
400 1.125 29 6.38 3.12 7.10 1.69 1.87 2.04 2.19 2.32 2.42 2.46 2.21
Series II
600 1.750 44 4.32 2.35 4.92 3.68 4.03 4.36 4.65 4.89 5.06 5.11 4.49
225 1.625 41 4.09 1.28 4.29 .95 1.09 1.23 1.36 1.47 1.57 1.65 1.59
400 1.625 41 4.20 1.28 4.39 1.72 1.98 2.22 2.46 2.67 2.86 3.01 2.91
600 1.625 41 4.52 1.28 4.70 2.68 3.10 3.50 3.88 4.24 4.56 4.81 4.70
800 2.875 73 2.48 .79 2.60 2.08 2.38 2.67 2.94 3.19 3.41 3.57 3.44
1000 3.375 86 2.17 .68 2.27 2.25 2.58 2.90 3.20 3.47 3.71 3.90 3.76
Aluminum Spectra 1200 4.25 108 1.73 .55 1.81 2.17 2.49 2.79 3.07 3.33 3.56 3.73 3.60
Series 1350 5.75 146 1.24 .41 1.31 1.78 2.04 2.28 2.51 2.71 2.89 3.03 2.90
1600 6.50 165 1.12 .36 1.18 1.88 2.16 2.42 2.66 2.89 3.08 3.23 3.10
2000 8.25 210 .89 .29 .94 1.88 2.15 2.41 2.65 2.88 3.07 3.21 3.08
2500 (2)4.50 114 .82 .26 .86 2.14 2.45 2.75 3.03 3.29 3.52 3.69 3.55
3000 (2)5.75 146 .64 .21 .67 2.04 2.33 2.61 2.87 3.11 3.32 3.47 3.33
4000 (2)8.25 210 .45 .14 .47 1.86 2.14 2.40 2.65 2.88 3.08 3.23 3.12
225 0.750 19 5.10 3.75 6.33 1.99 2.13 2.26 2.36 2.43 2.47 2.43 1.99
Spectra
400 0.750 19 5.58 3.75 6.72 1.82 1.96 2.09 2.20 2.28 2.33 2.31 1.93
Series II
600 1.125 29 3.86 3.12 4.96 2.15 2.29 2.41 2.50 2.56 2.58 2.51 2.01
225 1.625 41 2.33 1.28 2.66 .75 .82 .89 .94 .99 1.03 1.03 .91
400 1.625 41 2.38 1.28 2.70 1.34 1.47 1.59 1.70 1.79 1.85 1.87 1.65
600 1.625 41 2.48 1.28 2.79 2.04 2.25 2.44 2.61 2.75 2.86 2.90 2.58
800 1.625 41 2.62 1.28 2.92 2.78 3.08 3.35 3.60 3.81 3.97 4.04 3.63
1000 2.25 57 1.90 .98 2.14 2.61 2.87 3.12 3.33 3.52 3.65 3.70 3.29
Spectra 1200 2.875 73 1.49 .79 1.69 2.50 2.74 2.97 3.17 3.34 3.46 3.50 3.10
Copper Series 1350 3.375 86 1.27 .68 1.44 2.41 2.65 2.86 3.05 3.21 3.33 3.37 2.97
1600 4.25 108 1.00 .55 1.14 2.29 2.51 2.71 2.88 3.03 3.13 3.16 2.77
2000 5.75 146 .73 .41 .84 2.11 2.31 2.49 2.65 2.78 2.88 2.90 2.53
2500 7.50 191 .57 .32 .65 2.06 2.26 2.43 2.59 2.72 2.81 2.83 2.47
3000 (2)4.00 102 .53 .29 .58 2.26 2.48 2.68 2.86 3.00 3.11 3.14 2.73
4000 (2)5.75 146 .37 .21 .42 2.16 2.36 2.54 2.70 2.83 2.92 2.94 2.56
5000 (2)7.50 191 .28 .16 .32 2.05 2.24 2.41 2.56 2.69 2.77 2.79 2.42
¬ For plug-in distributed loads divide by 2

actual load actual distance (ft)
Actual voltage drop = Vd (from Table) x x
rated load 100 feet
Physical Data
UL firestop system
UL Listed through-penetration firestop system is available for use with GE busway systems. The system is listed
in the UL Fire Resistance Directory under XHEZ, System C-AJ-6003 with F rating = 3 hours and T rating = 1/2
hour for aluminum bars and T rating = 0 hours for copper bars.
The contractor installs a mineral wool batt (4 PCF Nominal) as shown below, on-site during the busway
installation process. For riser applications, the system is used in combination with a standard GE spring
hanger and floor flange. For horizontal applications, the system is used in combination with two wall flanges
(one per side). See publication DEH-40087 for installation instructions.
Fig. 9.1 Table 9.1

Cubic Inches Required per Floor and Wall
GE Busway ¬
Sealant 100 Floor Sealant 100 Wall
1/2" Amperage
Thick Al Cu Al Cu
Sealant 100
Busway 225-600 17 17 34 34
Cover Plate
Mineral Wool 800 21 17 42 34
3" Depth Minimum 1000 22 18 44 42
1200 23 20 46 44
1350 27 22 54 46
1600 28 23 56 54
2000 33 27 66 56
2500 46 33 92 66
Top of Floor/Curb or Wall
3000 53 44 106 92
4000 66 53 132 106
Concrete 4 1/2" 5000 – 66 – 132
Thick Minimum
Sealant 100 standard tube equals 19 in3
Note: Check with local NTL codes for curb required in
riser applications.
¬ Spectra Series II busway requires feeder.
This information is provided as a guideline for typical fire-stop systems. If you have an annulus (or opening)
greater than 1 inch beyond the busway enclosure, you will need to determine the proper amount of fire-stop
material based on Fig. 9.1. Quantities are based on application of recommended amount of material; more may
be required if over-application occurs.
Spectra Series™ busway seismic certification facts

General
The complete standard commercial offering of Spectra Series busway is certified to IBC-2003 levels if Ip=1.5, 4 Sds=1,
IEEE-693-1997 Moderate level @ 2.5 amplification, High level with 1.25 amplification and UBC Zone 4 seismic conditions.
Table 10.1
Maximum Acceptable Parameters Vertical Riser Configuration Horizontal Configuration
Acceptable Orientations Edgewise & Flatwise Edgewise & Flatwise

Maximum Ratings 2500A Max Copper / 4000A Max Aluminum 5000A Max Copper / 4000A Max Aluminum
Maximum Voltage 600 V Max 600 V Max
Service 3- & 4-Wire 3- & 4-Wire
Distribution Plug-In & Feeder Plug-In & Feeder
Standard Floor Flange Kit with Standard Standard Hanger System using Trapeze
Hangers
Spring Hanger Assembly Hangers & Clips
Maximum Hanger Spacing 12 feet 10 feet
Full Threaded Drop Rod Standard 1⁄2” Rod Standard 1⁄2” Rod
Drop Rod Connection ¬

Must be BOLTED through Ceiling/Floor
using standard hardware¬
Not Applicable
Distribution Equipment Connection Standard Flanged-End Stub – Special Standard Flanged-End Stub – Special
(Pbd., Swbd, Swgr, MCC, etc.) Hardware & connections NOT Required Hardware & connections NOT Required.
Bus Plugs All Types Acceptable All Types Acceptable
Fittings All Types Acceptable All Types Acceptable
Cable Tap Boxes All Types Acceptable All Types Acceptable
End Boxes All Types Acceptable All Types Acceptable
Acceptable Applications & Constructions Indoor, Drip-Proof & Outdoor Indoor, Drip-Proof & Outdoor
Proximity To Walls Standard ¬ Standard ¬
¬ Drop rod must be bolted through ceiling/floor and secured on both sides with standard washers and nuts.
Summary
These parameters for seismic conditions are identical to the complete standard commercial offering of Spectra Series
busway. Therefore, Spectra Series busway can be used in applications in above seismic conditions without restrictions,
special bracing, connections, or hangers. Plus, Spectra Series busway can connect to equipment (panelboards, switch-
boards, motor control centers, switchgear, etc.) using standard flanged end stubs, cable tap boxes, and bus plugs.
Physical Data
Straight lengths: dimensions
and weights
inches
millimeters
Spectra Series II busway Spectra Series plug-in busway
Fig. 11.3
Fig. 11.1 Fig. 11.2 One bar per phase
One bar per phase Two bars per phase plug-in and feeder
"A" "A" A
4.50 IN.
114 MM
5.875 IN.
150 MM
Table 11.1
Plug-in and Feeder, all bus UL Listed @600 Volts
AC Standard Bar +1 Bar DC Approximate
Fig. Weight lbs./ft.
Ampere “A” Width Bar Sizes Width x Thickness “A” Width Bar Size Ampere
No.
Rating Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Rating 3-Wire 4 Wire
225 11.3 3.00 76 .75 x .25 19 x 6 - - - - 225 5 5
Spectra
400 11.3 3.38 86 1.13 x .25 29 x 6 - - - - 600 6 6
Series II
600 11.3 4.00 102 1.75 x .25 44 x 6 - - - - 800 7 8
225 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 4.38 111 1.63 41 600 5 6
400 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 4.38 111 1.63 41 — 5 6
600 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 5.00 127 2.25 57 800/1000 5 6
800 11.1 5.63 143 2.88 x.25 73 x 6 6.13 156 3.38 86 1350 6 7
1000 11.1 6.13 156 3.38 x.25 86 x 6 7.00 178 4.25 108 1600 7 8
Aluminum
1200 11.1 7.00 178 4.25 x.25 108 x 6 7.25 184 4.50 114 — 8 9
Spectra
1350 11.1 8.50 216 5.75 x.25 146 x 6 9.25 235 6.50 165 2500 9 10
Series
1600 11.1 9.25 235 6.50 x.25 165 x 6 11.00 279 8.25 210 — 10 12
2000 11.1 11.00 279 8.25 x.25 210 x 6 15.00 381 (2)4.25 (2)108 3000 12 15
2500 11.2 15.50 394 (2)4.50 x.25 (2)114 x 6 18.00 457 (2)5.75 (2)146 4000 17 20
3000 11.2 18.00 457 (2)5.75 x.25 (2)146 x 6 19.50 495 (2)6.50 (2)165 — 19 23
3200 11.2 19.5 495 (2)6.50 x.25 (2)165 x 6 - - - - 5200 21 24
4000 11.2 23.00 584 (2)8.25 x.25 (2)210 x 6 - - - - 6000 25 30
225 11.3 3.00 76 .75 x .25 225 - - - - 225 7 7
Spectra
400 11.3 3.00 76 .75 x .25 600 - - - - 600 7 7
Series II
600 11.3 3.38 86 1.13 x .25 800 - - - - 800 8 9
225 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 4.38 111 1.63 41 800 8 9
400 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 4.38 111 1.63 41 — 8 9
600 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 4.38 111 1.63 41 — 8 9
800 11.1 4.38 111 1.63 x.25 41 x 6 5.00 127 2.25 57 1000/1200 8 9
1000 11.1 5.00 127 2.25 x.25 57 x 6 5.63 143 2.88 73 1350/1600 10 12
Copper 1200 11.1 5.63 143 2 7⁄8 x.25 73 x 6 6.13 156 3.38 86 — 12 15
Spectra 1350 11.1 6.13 156 3.38 x.25 86 x 6 7.00 178 4.25 108 2000 14 17
Series 1600 11.1 7.00 178 4.25 x.25 108 x 6 7.25 184 4.50 114 2500 16 20
2000 11.1 8.50 216 5.75 x.25 146 x 6 9.25 235 6.50 165 3000 21 26
2500 11.1 10.25 260 7.50 x.25 191 x 6 11.00 279 8.25 210 4000 26 33
3000 11.2 14.50 368 (2)4.00 x.25 (2)102 x 6 15.00 381 4.00 102 5000 32 40
3200 11.2 15.50 394 (2)4.50 x.25 (2)114 x 6 - - - - 5200 34 43
4000 11.2 18.00 457 (2)5.75 x.25 (2)146 x 6 19.50 495 (2)6.50 (2)165 6000 42 52
5000 11.2 21.50 546 (2)7.50 x.25 (2)191 x 6 23.00 584 (2)8.25 (2)210 8000 52 66
Comparison to wire and conduit Common Application - 2000 Amp,

600 Volt, 3 Phase / 4 Wire
Estimates based on material costs alone often exclude the substantial cost
savings and ease of installation available with the lighter, more compact
Spectra Series busway. Labor savings can be significant, often resulting in
lower total installed cost and the ability to free up time to complete more jobs. 4.5"
114mm
A Labor Estimating Manual, which uses NECA labor units, is available to

8.5"
assist in estimating and comparing the amount of labor required to install 22cm
busway and wire and conduit. This manual, along with the “Total Installed
Cost Worksheet” in the back of the manual, is a valuable, simple tool used to
estimate and compare the total cost for busway and wire and conduit. See
General Electric publication number GEZ-7737. Your local GE Account
3.5"
Manager can also assist you. 89mm
83"
Benefits of busway over wire and conduit 211cm
• Lower installed cost Requires 12, 500 MCM Cables

• Smaller size, lighter weight in 6" Rigid Conduit
• Better efficiency Spectra Series busway requires less space than wire
and conduit
• No cutters, benders, oils, jellies, grease, scrap or cable reels
• Future expansion flexibility
• Higher short-circuit ratings
• Lower voltage drop
• Higher integrity and reliability
Fig. 12.1
Installation Labor Costs
Wire & Conduit

Wire & Conduit
Busway Busway
Aluminum Conductor Copper Conductor

Spectra Series Busway plug-in labor measurements are the same as feeder labor measurements
Table 12.1 Table 12.2

Compact Size Low Weight
Width Amperes AL3W 4W CU3W 4W
Amperes AL CU 225-600 4 5 6 7
225-600 4.375 4.375 800 6 7 8 9
800 5.625 4.375 1000 7 8 10 12
1000 6.125 5 1200 8 9 12 15
1200 7 5.625 1350 9 10 14 17
1350 8.5 6.125 1600 10 12 16 20
1600 9.25 7 2000 12 15 21 26
2000 11 8.5
2500 17 20 29 37
2500 15.5 10.25
3000 18 14.5 3000 19 23 32 40
4000 23 18 4000 25 30 42 52
5000 – 21.5 5000 – – 58 74
Dimensions Pounds / 1 Foot
Representative in inches for aluminum and copper Representative for aluminum and copper housings with
housings. All depths are 4.5”. 3 wire and 4 wire applications.
Physical Data
Spectra Series busway provides optimum performance in the most demanding applications. Through superior design
and applied materials technology, it assures uptime and reliability, even in severe-duty weather environments.
Weather protection: features and benefits

• Industry Exclusive WEATHERSHIELD™ Epoxy Joint Insulators designed for long life.
Joint Bolt access via easily removable, UL listed/cUL certified Raintight Santoprene Plugs.
• Extra drainage channels through die cast housing spacers help eliminate standing water near joints.
• Gasketing materials rated for extreme temperatures, -40 to 250 degrees F.
• Internal sealants rated for use in extreme temperature environments of -40 to 200 degrees F.
• All Gaskets and Sealants tested to verify superior UV resistance and excellent stability when subjected
to long term thermal aging.
Construction options
Table 13.1
Construction IEC Degree of Joint
Type Protection Insulator
Indoor (NEMA 1) Feeder, Plug-in, Riser IP-40 Standard
Drip-proof ¬ Feeder, Plug-in, Riser IP-43 Standard
Splash-proof¬ Feeder, Plug-in, Riser IP-54 Weathershield
Outdoor
(NEMA 3R)¬
Feeder (Only) IP-65/66 Weathershield
¬ Excludes joint elbow and Spectra Series II
The materials and processes used in these construction options are the result of an intensive Design for Six Sigma
(DFSS) design and testing process. These products combine high reliability with new features that reduce assembly
time by more than 50%. The joint shield, as shown in the photo below, uses an integral spring latch clamping system.
This system provides optimum gasket compression at all joint connections, and eliminates the need for additional joint
cover hardware.
The Splash-proof and Outdoor designs feature an industry-exclusive 100% epoxy insulation system throughout the
bus and joints. This system includes GE Bluecoat™ epoxy on the bus bars and WEATHERSHIELD™ insulators in the joints.
Innovative joint shield design provided with drip-proof, Complete outdoor run of Spectra Series busway.
splash-proof, and outdoor bus.
Straight lengths: plug-in and feeder

Spectra Series busway is available in ratings from 225-5000 amps in both
feeder and plug-in using common joint and housing parts (excluding
Spectra Series II).
Plug-in lengths are available in 2-, 4-, 6-, 8-, and 10-foot lengths, and feeder
lengths are also available in 2- to 10-foot lengths in 1⁄8-inch increments.
The ± 1⁄2-inch (13 mm) adjustable, removable joint is attached to one end of
each section (AKA “joint-end”).
Plug-in busway has up to 10 unobstructed, usable plug outlets, standard as Spectra Series plug-in bus with bus plug
shown (trapeze hanger positions may obstruct some openings). Vertical riser
plug-in busway is also available with plug outlet openings on one side (when
the other side is inaccessible) for even greater value. Plug outlet covers are
molded of tough, impact and chemical resistant polycarbonate thermoplastic.
Plug-in flatwise mounted

Unless otherwise specified, horizontal runs of plug-in busway will be furnished
with the phase, Ø side label on the bottom of the busbar stack so that plug
On/Off position pointer, and labels will be visible from the floor. Operating
handles can be installed on the end walls (for hook stick access). Additionally,
vertical risers of plug-in busway will be furnished with the phase Ø side label
on the right so that the line-side of the plug will be up, and operating handle
will be on the right side.
inches
millimeters
Fig. 14.1 Fig. 14.2

Plug outlet locations Typical plug mounting
12 24 24 24 24 12
305 610 610 610 610 305
JOINT JOINT
Available as 4 or 10 outlets per 10-foot section
(Circled outlets omitted in 4-outlet design)
Physical Data
Fittings
Spectra Series busway has a complete family of fittings to meet virtually all
layout requirements using the compact minimum sizes shown. Special turns
such as flat angles greater than 90° and crosses are also available.
Nomenclature for completely defining the turn is defined by looking into the
joint end with phase Ø side facing down on the busway as shown in Fig. 15.1.
Flatwise elbow
Each piece of busway is labeled to maintain proper phasing. All turn dimensions
are defined from the centerline of the joint end to the centerline of the
busways as “X”, “Y”, and “Z” (where applicable) leg lengths. Tables 16.1 - 16.4
Dimensions listed are standard. Variable leg lengths are available in 1⁄8” incre-
ments (except joint elbows). The total footage of any one fitting cannot
exceed 10 feet in length.
Note: Offsets and combination elbows are typically used only when standard
elbows will not fit.
Fig. 15.1 UP
Edgewise elbow
Flatwise joint elbow (indoor only)
LEFT
RIGHT
JOINT NUT
Edgewise joint elbow (indoor only)
G
PHASE N Bar Centerline to Centerline Dimensions
RELATIONSHHIP C Configuration Amperage Flatwise Joint Elbow Edgewise Joint Elbow
Width Inches MM Inches MM
B "Ø SIDE"
A ON BOTTOM Al 225-800
1.63-2.88 3 76 6 152
Cu 225-1200
DOWN Al 1000-1200
JOINT END Single Stack 3.38-4.50 4 102 6 152
Cu 1350-1600
Al 1350-2000
5.75-8.25 5 127 6 152
Cu 2000-2500
Al-2500
4.25-4.5 8 203 6 152
Cu-3000
Al-3000
Double Stack 5.75-6.50 10 254 6 152
Cu-4000
Al-4000
7.5-8.25 12 305 6 152
Cu-5000
For use in applications where joint elbows do not apply, e.g., variable lengths, drip-proof, splash-proof and outdoor.
Table 16.1 Turns

Flat Elbows
Standard Dimensions inches
millimeters
Amps X X Y Y
Z Elbows – Drip proof, splash proof & outdoor only
Inches MM Inches MM
Up or down elbows (Edgewise) Left or right elbows (Flat)
225-1350 12 305 12 305 —
Aluminum 1600-3000 18 457 18 457 — 10
4000 24 610 24 610 — 254
225-2000 12 305 12 305 —
Copper 2500-4000 18 457 18 457 — 10
5000 24 610 24 610 — 254
Up elbow shown Right elbow shown

Table 16.2
Flat Tees
Standard Dimensions
Tees
Amps X X Y Y Z Z
Up or down tees (Edgewise) Left or right tees (Flat)
Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM
225-1200 12 305 12 305 12 305 24 1
⁄4
Aluminum 1350-3000 18 457 18 457 18 457 143⁄8 610 6
365 24
4000 24 610 24 610 24 610 s
143⁄8 610
24 365
225-1600 12 305 12 305 12 305 610
Copper 2000-4000 18 457 18 457 18 457
5000 24 610 24 610 24 610 24
41⁄2 610
114
Table 16.3
Flat Offsets .25 41⁄2
6 114
Standard Dimensions Down tee shown Right tee shown
Amps X X Y Y Z Z
225-1350 12 305 5 127 12 305 Offsets
Aluminum 1600-3000 18 457 5 127 18 457 Up or down offsets (Edgewise) Left or right offsets (Flat)
4000 24 610 8 203 24 610
225-2000 12 305 5 127 12 305
Copper 2500-4000 18 457 5 127 18 457
5000 24 610 9 229 24 610 10
254
Table 16.4 10
Combination Elbows 6 254
152
Standard Dimensions
Down offset shown Right offset shown
Amps X X Y Y Z Z
225-1350 10 254 8 203 12 305 Combination Elbow
Aluminum 1600-2500 10 254 12 305 18 457
3000-4000 10 254 16 406 24 610
225-2000 10 254 8 203 12 305
Copper 2500-3000 10 254 12 305 18 457
4000-5000 10 254 16 406 24 610
Physical Data
Cable Tap Boxes
Spectra Series tap boxes are used where a run of busway is fed by cable and
conduit. Our corner post design permits removal of up to three side walls for
cable access/entrance and for greater flexibility and installation ease. Lugs
are provided as shown in Table 17.1. Universal lug terminal plates are available
to accept almost all NEMA and non-NEMA mechanical and compression lugs.
(Maximum 17⁄8 inches wide).
48 mm End cable tap box (with side removed)
IMPORTANT: Certain local/city code requirements can affect the dimensions, number of lugs furnished, lug position,
etc. of fittings. In these situations, refer to factory.
Table 17.1
Dimensions, Cable Bending Space and Lug Data “C” Cable Number
Number Aluminum Copper Bend of #2-600
H H
of Bars Amp W W Space MCM Lugs
Per Phase¬
Per Phase Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM
225 17 432 26 660 17 432 26 660 15 381 1
400 17 432 26 660 17 432 26 660 15 381 2
600 17 432 26 660 17 432 26 660 15 381 2
800 17 432 26 660 17 432 26 660 15 381 3
1 1000 17 432 26 660 17 432 26 660 15 381 3
1200 20 508 29 737 20 508 29 737 18 457 4
1350 20 508 29 737 20 508 29 737 18 457 4
1600 20 508 29 737 20 508 29 737 18 457 5
2000 26 660 29 737 26 660 29 737 18 457 6
2500 – – – – 26 660 29 737 18 457 8
2500 26 660 29 737 – – – – 18 457 8
3000 33 838 34 864 33 838 34 864 23 584 9
2
4000 33 838 34 864 33 838 34 864 23 584 12
5000 – – – – 39 991 34 864 23 584 15
¬ Mechanical type (CU-AL wire) lugs standard; crimp type optional. One ground lug standard through 3000-Amp CU.
Two ground lugs standard for 4000-Amp AL, 5000-Amp CU. Optional one ground lug per phase lug.
Box size may change when using some compression type lugs. Check with factory.
Fig. 17.1 Fig. 17.2 Fig. 17.3

End Tap Box: Feeder or Plug-In Standard Box Down Position, Side View Inverted Box Up Position, Side View
inches
millimeters
H
AØ BØ CØ N
"Ø SIDE" C
24®
33⁄4 LUG DIRECTION
95
610
10
254
Note: Smaller special purpose end cable tap boxes are available.
Contact the factory for details.
® 24 dimension changes to 28 for 5000-Amp or if optional one ground lug per phase lug is required.
610 711
Alternate Cable Tap Boxes

Table 18.1
Dimensions, Cable Bending Space and Lug Data “C” Cable Number
L L
of Bars Amp W W Space MCM Lugs
Per Phase¬
Per Phase Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM
225 17 432 26 610 17 432 26 660 15 381 1
400 17 432 26 610 17 432 26 660 15 381 2
600 17 432 26 610 17 432 26 660 15 381 2
800 17 432 26 610 17 432 26 660 15 381 3
1 1000 17 432 26 610 17 432 26 660 15 381 3
1200 20 508 29 737 20 508 29 737 18 457 4
1350 20 508 29 737 20 508 29 737 18 457 4
1600 20 508 29 737 20 508 29 737 18 457 5
2000 26 660 29 737 26 660 29 737 18 457 6
2500 – – – – 26 660 29 737 18 457 8
2500 26 660 29 737 – – – – 18 457 8
3000 33 838 34 864 33 838 34 864 23 584 9
2
4000 33 838 34 864 33 838 34 864 23 584 12
5000 – – – – 39 991 34 864 23 584 15
¬ Mechanical type (CU-AL wire) lugs standard; crimp type optional. One ground lug standard through 3000-Amp CU.
Two ground lugs standard for 4000-Amp AL, 5000-Amp CU. Optional one ground lug per phase lug.
Fig. 18.1
Alternate End Tap Box: Feeder or Plug-In
inches
millimeters W
24 ®
610
BOX & BUSWAY
L
33/4
95 LUG DIRECTION Note: Smaller special purpose end cable tap boxes are available.
(See Below) Contact the factory for details.
10
254
® 24 dimension changes to 28 for 5000-Amp
JOINT
610 711
END AND BOTH
SIDES ARE or if optional one ground lug per phase lug
REMOVABLE is required.
Fig. 18.2 Fig. 18.3

Standard Box Down Position, Side View Inverted Box Up Position, Side View
LUG
N N
DIRECTION LUG
CØ CØ DIRECTION
BØ BØ
AØ AØ
"Ø SIDE"
C C
L L
"Ø SIDE"
Physical Data
Center Cable Tap Boxes
Table 19.1
Dimensions, Cable Bending Space and Lug Data Cable Number
W W
of Bars Amp E L E L Space MCM Lugs
Per Phase¬
Per Phase Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM
225 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 15 381 1
400 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 15 381 2
600 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 15 381 2
800 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 15 381 3
1 1000 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 24 610 4 3⁄8 111 20 508 15 381 3
1200 30 762 6 152 28 711 30 762 6 152 28 711 18 457 4
1350 30 762 6 152 28 711 30 762 6 152 28 711 18 457 4
1600 30 762 6 152 28 711 30 762 6 152 28 711 18 457 5
2000 36 914 9 229 28 711 36 914 9 229 28 711 18 457 6
2500 — — — — — — 36 914 9 229 32 813 18 457 8
2500 36 914 9 229 32 813 — — — — — — 18 457 8
3000 48 1219 12 3⁄4 324 39 991 48 1219 12 3⁄4 324 39 991 23 584 9
2 4000 48 1219 12 3⁄4 324 39 991 48 1219 12 3⁄4 324 39 991 23 584 12
5000 — — — — — — 48 1219 12 3⁄4 324 46 1168 23 584 15
2000 Amp (Max) Center Branch Tap Boxes
1 2500 — — — — — — 36 914 9 229 28 711 18 457 6
2500 36 914 9 229 28 711 — — — — — — 18 457 6
3000 43 1092 12 3⁄4 324 28 711 43 1092 12 3⁄4 324 28 711 18 457 6
2 4000 43 1092 12 3⁄4 324 28 711 43 1092 12 3⁄4 324 28 711 18 457 6
5000 — — — — — — 43 1092 12 3⁄4 324 28 711 18 457 6
¬ Mechanical type (CU-AL wire) lugs standard; crimp type optional. One ground lug standard through 3000-Amp CU. Two ground lugs standard for
4000-Amp AL, 5000-Amp CU. Optional one ground lug per phase lug.
Fig. 19.1 Fig. 19.2

Center Tap Box: Feeder or Plug-In Inverted Box Up Position, Side View
inches
millimeters 10
254
24 ®
610
33⁄4
95 Fig. 19.3
10 Standard Box Down Position, Side View
254
® 24 dimension changes to 28 for 5000-Amp or if optional one ground lug per phase lug is required.
610 711
Transformer Taps
Table 20.1 Fig. 20.1
Dimensions for Three Phase End Tap Three-Phase End Tap
Dimensions and Lug Data Number inches

Number millimeters
Aluminum Copper of #2-600
W W
of Amp MCM Lugs 24 Ã
Per Phase¬
Stacks Inches MM Inches MM 610 W
600 17 432 17 432 2
1012
min.
800 17 432 17 432 2
15
305
254
1 1000 17 432 17 432 2 BUSWAY & BOX
1200 20 508 20 508 3 381
1350 20 508 20 508 3
1600 20 508 20 508 3 JOINT
2000 26 660 26 660 4 33/4
2500 – – 26 660 5
95 BUS
2500 26 660 – – – POLYESTER GLASS

3000 33 838 34 864 6 BOTTOM PANELS FOR
2 BOTTOM AND BOTH SIDES FIELD CUT-OUT
4000 33 838 34 864 8
5000 – – 39 991 10 ARE REMOVABLE
¬ Mechanical type (CU-AL wire) lugs standard; crimp type optional. One ground lug Ã 24 dimension changes to 28 for 5000-Amp
standard through 3000-Amp CU. Two ground lugs standard for 4000-Amp AL, 610 711
5000-Amp CU. Optional one ground lug per phase lug. or if optional one ground lug per phase lug
is required.
Table 20.2
Dimensions for Single Phase End Tap Fig. 20.2
Single-Phase Transformer Taps
Dimensions and Lug Data Number
Number 171⁄2 TYP
Aluminum Copper of #2-600
W W
of 445
Amp MCM Lugs
Per Phase®
Stacks Inches MM Inches MM
1000 16 406 – – 2 1021⁄2 min
26031⁄2 371⁄2 min
1200 16 406 16 406 3
9521⁄2
1350 20 508 16 406 3 22
1 559
1600 20 508 16 406 3
2000 20 508 20 508 4 10 min.
2500 – – 20 508 5 254 6
152
2500 24 610 – – 5
3000 32 813 24 609 6 63⁄8 53⁄4
2 162
4000 32 813 32 813 8 146
5000 – – 32 813 10
® Mechanical type (CU-AL wire) lugs standard; crimp type optional. One ground lug
standard through 3000-Amp CU. Two ground lugs standard for 4000-Amp AL,
5000-Amp CU. Optional one ground lug per phase lug.
Fig. 20.3
Standard Lug Position
15
381
43⁄8 43⁄8
111 111
Physical Data
Flanged end stub
Provides a universal stub for field connections (customer connection only).
inches
A
millimeters B D
C TYP
Fig. 21.2
Flanged End without Lugs,
41/2
1 Bar per Phase 5 114 TYP
127 Flanged end stub
12 Note: Special OEM stubs are available. Contact the

305 1 factory for details.
25
OPENING
CUTOUT
E
F 5/16
G 8 DIA TYP
Flanged end without lugs cutout and drilling pattern

Fig. 21.1 Fig. 21.3 A
41/2 41/2 B
Flanged End without Lugs 114 114 Flanged End without Lugs,
D
2 Bars per Phase C TYP
41/2
5 114 TYP
127
GRDGRD
GRDGRD 41/2 41/2
114 114 12
305 1
A ØA BØ ØB ØC Ø C Ø N N 25
2 2
51 51 11/2 11/2 OPENING
38 38 CUTOUT
Side View 3 3
76 76 E
F
TYP TYP G
H
J
Bar hole pattern

(1 Stack and 2 Stack are same. All holes are .438 x .562 rect.)
11 14
Fig. 21.4
BAR BAR BAR
BAR WIDTH: 5 /4 to6 /2 BAR WIDTH: 7 /2 to 8 /4
3 1 1 1
BAR BAR BAR
15/8 WIDTH:27/8 WIDTH:41/4 146 165 191 210
WIDTH: 41 1 /16
1 108
73
to 27 to to 1
1 41/2
2 /4
1 15/32 4 25 25
57 12 102 3/4 114 11/2 1 11/2 1 11/2 2 2
19 /4
3
38 1 /2 38 1 /2 38 51 2 51
19 38 38 51
Table 21.1
Flanged End without Lugs
Amps Figure A B C D E F G H J
Aluminum 225-1200 111/2 53/4 51/4 43/4 5 1/4 10 1/2
21.2 – – –
Copper 255-1600 292 146 133 121 133 267
Aluminum 1350-2000 151/4 75/8 71/8 65/8 4 3/4 91/2 141/4
21.2 – –
Copper 2000-2500 387 194 181 168 121 241 362
Aluminum 2500 193/4 97/8 9 3/8 87/8 411/16 93/8 141/16 183/4
21.3 –
Copper 3000 502 251 238 225 119 238 357 476
Aluminum 3000-4000 271/4 135/8 131/8 12 5/8 51/4 10 1/2 153/4 21 261/4
21.3
Copper 4000-5000 692 346 333 321 133 267 400 533 667
Flanged end with lugs

Lugs are provided as shown in Table 17.1. Universal lug terminal plates
are available to accept almost all NEMA and non-NEMA
mechanical and compression lugs. (Maximum 17⁄8 inches wide).
48 mm
Flanged end with lugs cutout and drilling pattern

Flanged end stub with lugs
Fig. 22.1 Fig. 22.2

Flanged End with Lugs, 1 Bar per Phase Flanged End with Lugs, 2 Bars per Phase
A A
B D B
C TYP D
C TYP
7 1/2 9 7 1/2 9
191 8 229 191
203 8 229
3 3/8 3 3/4 203
95 TYP TYP
86 TYP TYP
1
1 25
25
CUTOUT AND
DRILLING
CUTOUT AND
DRILLING E
F
E G
H FLANGE
F FLANGE J
G
H K
L
Table 22.1
Flanged End with Lugs
Amps Figure A B C D E F G H J K L
Aluminum 225-600 14 7 61/2 6 41/2 81/2 13
22.1
Copper 225-1000 356 178 165 152 114 216 330
Aluminum 800-1000 151/8 7 9/16 7 1/16 6 9/16 411/16 97/16 141/8
22.1
Copper 1200-1350 384 192 179 167 119 240 359
NA
Aluminum 1200 161/4 81/8 7 5/8 7 1/8 51/8 101/8 151/4
22.1
Copper 1600 413 206 194 181 130 257 387
NA
Aluminum 1350-1600 181/4 91/8 8 5/8 81/8 5 3/4 111/2 171/4
22.1
Copper 2000 464 232 244 206 146 292 438
NA NA
Aluminum 2000 20 10 91/2 9 43/4 91/2 141/2 19
22.1
Copper 2500 508 254 241 229 121 241 362 483
251/2 12 3/4 121/4 113/4 47/8 93/4 4 3/4 195/8 241/2
Aluminum 2500 22.2
648 324 311 298 200 248 375 498 622
24 12 111/2 11 65/8 131/4 193/4 211/2
Copper 3000 22.2 NA
610 305 292 279 108 337 502 546
27 131/2 13 121/2 51/4 101/2 151/2 203/4 26
Aluminum 3000 22.2
686 343 330 318 133 267 394 527 660
311/2 15 3/4 151/4 143/4 4 3/8 8 3/4 131/8 173/8 213/4 261/8 301/2
Copper 4000 22.2
800 400 387 375 111 222 333 441 552 664 775
32 16 151/2 15 41/2 9 131/2 171/2 22 261/2 31
Aluminum 4000 22.2
813 406 394 381 114 229 419 445 559 673 787
37 181/2 18 171/2 6 12 18 24 30 36
Copper 5000 22.2 NA
940 470 457 445 152 304 457 608 762 914
Note: For quantity and size of lugs, refer to Cable Tap Box, page 17, Table 17.1.
Physical Data
Switchboard/switchgear stub
Spectra Series offers full factory coordination to other GE equipment as shown. Other entrance combinations are available.
Refer to company. Straight and elbow stubs ar available with flange to joint or elbow dimensions per Table 23.1.
Table 23.1
Stubs, Switchboard Ends
Minimum Stub Dimensions”A”¬

Amps
Straight Stubs Edgewise Elbows Flat Elbows
225-600 8 203 6 152 4 102
800-1200 8 203 6 152 5 127
Aluminum 1350 8 203 6 152 6 152
1600-2000 8 203 6 152 8 203
2500 8 203 6 152 10 254
3000 8 203 6 152 11 279
4000 8 203 6 152 13 330
225-800 8 203 6 152 4 102
1000-1600 8 203 6 152 5 127
1600-2000 8 203 6 152 6 152
Copper 2500 8 203 6 152 8 203
3000 8 203 6 152 10 254
4000 8 203 6 152 11 279
5000 10 254 6 152 14 356
¬ Add 2 inches to dimensions shown for GE Type AKD-8/10 Switchgear.
Fig. 23.1
"A"
"A" "A"
Front Front Front

of switchboard of switchboard of switchboard
Front View Side View Side View

Flat Elbow Stub Edgewise Elbow Stub Straight Stub
Fig. 23.2 REFER TO GE PUB, DET-196 FOR SWITCHGEAR

DATA & DET-447 FOR ENTELLISYS
6Á
152 GE
PowerBreak GE Type AKD-8/10
GE AV-Line®
12 Class 1, 2, 5 Switchboards Switchgear and the
305 FRONT 6 FRONT Class 3 all new Entellisys
Switchboards FRONT
911/2 90 152 92 92
2324 90 2337 2337
2286 FRONT
2286
Motor Control Center
Á Standard dimension 6” from rear may vary and must be coordinated with switchboard factory.
Spectra Series busway fittings

Dimensions
Power takeoffs (PTO)

Spectra Series Flex-A-Tap™ joints accept bolted power takeoff devices up to 1600 amps for many applications.
The compact size and flexibility resulting from the modular design allow takeoffs to be mounted at any joint,
whether feeder or plug-in. See Fig. 24.1.
Bolt-On Tap Amp Rating inches

Fusible-Switches (600A QMW Only) 600 millimeters
Molded-Case Circuit Breakers (KM & PB Only) 1600A Max
Cable Boxes 1600 Max Fig. 24.1
Bolt on, Flex-A-Tap
For PTO Selection, see Table 29.1
Table 24.1
Flex-A-Tap Device
“H” “W” “D” D

Device 8
IN MM IN MM IN MM 203
Cable Tap Box 54 1372 24 610 151⁄2 394 H W
KM 66 1676 19 9⁄32 490 151⁄2 394
QMW 600A 66 1676 19 9⁄32 490 151⁄2 394
Power Break II 63 1600 24 9⁄32 617 18 457
Table 24.2 Ø
Power Takeoff and Device Dimensions
“H” “W” “D” Fig. 24.2

Rating Type Flatwise PTO Section
IN MM IN MM IN MM
For PTO Selection, see Table 29.2
100A QMR 17.75 451 9.38 238 6.75 171
200A QMR 24.38 619 15.50 394 7.25 184
400A QMR 18 457 18.50 470 17.56 446 123⁄4 MIN
400A QMW 18 457 18.50 470 17.56 446 324
600A QMR 24 610 18.50 470 17.56 446
800A &1200 A QMR 45.13 1146 36.75 933 12.75 324
143⁄8
225A FJ 17.75 451 9.75 248 7.75 197 9 365
400A JJ 24 610 15.50 394 10.75 273 229
600A JK 24 610 15.50 394 10.75 273 263⁄8 18
670 457
600-800A KM 36 914 15.50 394 10.75 273
1200A KM 45.50 1156 15.50 394 10.75 273
400A TB4 Tri-Break® 30 762 15.50 394 10.75 273
30 1⁄4 MIN
600A TB6 Tri-Break 44.75 1137 15.50 394 10.75 273 768
800A TB8 Tri-Break 44.75 1264 15.50 394 10.75 273
150A TE & TB1 17.75 451 9.75 248 6.75 171
POWER
TAKE-OFF
Note: Contact your local GE representative for catalog numbers.
DEVICE
SEE TABLE 24.2
Ø
Physical Data
Power takeoffs (PTO) (cont.)
Table 25.1.A
Meter Mod™ III bused. Main module.
Dimensions
Catalog Number/Frame W H D
IN MM IN MM IN MM
Bused Main Breakers
TMP3BR4/TJK4 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
TMP3BL6/TJK6 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
TMP3BR6/TJK6 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
TMP3BL8/TKM8 20 508 18 457 7.88 200
TMP3BR8/TKM8 20 508 18 457 7.88 200
TMP3BL10/TKM10 20 508 18 457 7.88 200
TMP3BR10/TKM10 20 508 18 457 7.88 200
TMP3BL12/TKM12 20 508 18 457 7.88 200
TMP3BR12/TKM12 20 508 18 457 7.88 200
Bused Main Switches
TMP3FL4/TFUSE400 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
TMP3FR4/TFUSE400 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
TMP3FL6/TFUSE600 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
TMP3FR6/TFUSE600 19 483 18 457 5.94 151
Table 25.1.B
Bar Width “A”
Amps Bar Per Ø
IN MM IN MM
1.625 41
2.225 57
225-1600 Al 2.875 73 16.75 425
225-2000 Cu 3.375 86
1 4.250 108
4.500 114
5.750 146
2000 Al 6.500 165 20.00 508
2500 Cu 8.250 210
2500 Al 4.250 108 25.00 635
3000 Cu 4.000 102
3000 Al 2
4000 Cu 5.750 146 28.75 730
4000 Al
5000 Cu 8.250 210 32.00 813
Fig. 25.1 Fig. 25.2

Meter Mod™ III PTO Section Meter-mod Metering 20 61⁄4
For PTO Selection, see Table 30.1 (in line device) G=
Available for G&K
508 159
frame Spectra C/B only 22
For PTO Selection, K=
559
CL 6 ⁄16
3
see Table 31.1
157 28
30 711
inches 762
millimeters
Note: Allow 6 5/8” from centerline of busway

to the wall for Figures 25.1 and 25.2.
Refer to Table 25.1 A and B
Note: Contact your local GE representative for catalog numbers.
Wall, ceiling and floor flanges

Flanges are used to close wall openings when busway runs pass through walls, ceilings and floors. See Table 26.1.
Hole pattern aligns with spring riser brackets. See Fig. 34.1. See Table 27.1 for “A” dimension.
Note: Floor or wall opening should be 1” (25 mm) larger than applied busway.
Table 26.1 inches

Flange and cutout dimensions millimeters
Dimensions
Ampere Flange Cutout Fig. 26.1
IN MM IN MM
FLANGE
Aluminum 13/4 CUTOUT
225 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137 32 3/4
A
400 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137 19
600 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137
800 111⁄8 283 65⁄8 168
1000 115⁄8 295 71⁄8 181
1200 121⁄2 318 8 203
1350 14 356 91⁄2 241 10 81/2 51/2
1600 143⁄4 375 101⁄4 261 254 216 140
2000 161⁄2 419 12 305
2500 21 533 161⁄2 413
3000 231⁄2 597 19 483
4000 281⁄2 724 24 610
Copper
225 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137 END PLATE SIDE PLATE END PLATE
400 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137
600 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137 Cutout allows 1⁄ 2”, 13mm on all sides of busway.
800 97⁄8 251 53⁄8 137
1000 101⁄2 267 6 152
1200 111⁄8 283 65⁄8 168
1350 115⁄8 295 71⁄8 181
1600 121⁄2 318 8 203
2000 14 356 91⁄2 241
2500 153⁄4 400 111⁄4 286
3000 20 508 151⁄2 394
4000 231⁄2 597 19 483
5000 27 686 221⁄2 572
Fig. 26.2
End Boxes End Box 6 1/8
End boxes are used to terminate busway runs. No joint is required. End surface 152 A+ 3
of box adds 6” (152 mm) to length of drip-proof, splash-proof and outdoor runs.
See Table 27.1 for “A” dimension. Box is secured via joint cap bolts. 45/8
117
JOINT
Floor/Wall Flanges
Note: Floor or wall opening should provide 1/2” clearance all around the
busway. Fig. 26.3
Table 26.2 Floor/Wall Flange Cutout and Drilling Detail
Floor/Wall Flange Dimensions (inches)
.750
Bar Width X Y 11.250

1.750
.750 5.000 8.500 9.750
Y
1.125 5.375 8.875 X
.750
1.750 6.000 9.500

1.750
Physical Data
No fuse reducers
Table 27.1
“A” Dimensions
Aluminum Copper
No. of Stacks Amp
IN MM IN MM
225 4.38 111 4.38 111
400 4.38 111 4.38 111
600 4.38 111 4.38 111 No fuse reducer
800 5.63 143 4.38 111
1 1000 6.13 156 5.00 127
1200 7.00 178 5.63 143
1350 8.50 216 6.13 156
1600 9.25 235 7.00 178 inches
2000 11.00 279 8.50 216 millimeters
2500 — — 10.50 260
2500 15.50 394 — — Fig. 27.1
2 3000 18.00 457 14.50 368 Reducer
45/8
4000 23.00 584 18.00 457 117
5000 — — 21.50 546
A
NOTE: Per NEC 368.17 (B), a no-fuse reduced busway shall not exceed 50 feet in length and have a current
rating at least 1/3 the rating of the upstream overcurrent protective device.
JOINT
36
A 914
JOINT
Adapter/reducer cubicle with overcurrent device

QMR Reducers Reducer Cubicle
For cubicle selection, see Table XX.X
L W D
QMR Switch Line Side JOINT
IN MM IN MM IN MM
1 Stack 48 1219 24 610 141⁄2 368
225A
2 Stack 48 1219 24 610 141⁄2 368
& 3 Stack 48 1219 36 914 141⁄2 368 ORIENT
400A Lugs 48 1219 24 610 141⁄2 368 PARALLEL
W
1 Stack 48 1219 24 610 141⁄2 368
2 Stack 48 1219 24 610 141⁄2 368
600A 3 Stack 48 1219 36 914 141⁄2 368
Lugs 48 1219 24 610 141⁄2 368
SEE NOTE
1 Stack 52 1321 36 914 13 330
800A, 1000A 2 Stack 52 1321 36 914 13 330 D
& 1200A 3 Stack 52 1321 36 914 13 330
L
Lugs 52 1321 36 914 13 330 ø SIDE
FJ 4B Reducers
L W D
FJ 4B Switch Line Side IN MM IN MM IN MM Note: For QMR Fusible 800,1000 and 1200 amp models,
1 Stack 40 1016 18 457 13 330 handle located on the bottom side of the cubicle.
225A Lugs 40 1016 18 457 13 330 For standard flatwise mounted busway. Contact
JJ & JK C/B Reducers your local GE representative for catalog numbers.
L W D
CB Switch Line Side IN MM IN MM IN MM
225A, 1 Stack 40 1016 18 457 13 330
400A & 2 Stack 40 1016 24 610 13 330
600A Lugs 40 1016 18 457 13 330
KM C/B Reducers
L W D
KM CB Switch Line Side IN MM IN MM IN MM
1 Stack 42 1067 18 457 14 356
800A, 1000A 2 Stack 42 1067 24 610 14 356
& 1200A 3 Stack 42 1067 36 914 14 356
Lugs 42 1067 18 457 14 356
Expansion lengths – thermal expansion ± 1” – building expansion ± 2”

Consideration should be given to the effects of thermal expansion. The ± 1” expansion fittings
may be necessary for long straight runs. Contact GE for specific applications. The use of the ± 2”
expansion fitting is recommended when the busway run crosses a building expansion joint.

“W” Dimensions Expansion Length
Aluminum Copper inches
No. of Stacks Amp JOINT
IN MM IN MM millimeters
225 16 406 16 406 24
610
400 16 406 16 406
600 16 406 16 406
W
800 16 406 16 406
24
1 1000 175⁄8 448 16 406 610
1200 175⁄8 448 16 406
1350 215⁄8 549 175⁄8 448 3
1600 215⁄8 549 175⁄8 448 76 223/8
568
2000 215⁄8 549 215⁄8 549 A
2500 — — 215⁄8 549
2500 29 737 — — 177/8 (±1") 217/8 (±2")
454 537
2 3000 29 737 29 737
4000 335⁄8 854 29 737
5000 — — 335⁄8 854
Physical Data
Transposition lengths
A transposition length is available in any dimension from three feet through
10 feet (3M). Standard lengths are 36” and 42”. “A” dimension varies with
ampere rating. See Table 27.1 for “A” dimension.
inches
millimeters
Phase transposition
A G Fig. 29.1
B N Transposition Length
TOTAL C C
N B
G A
A C
B B
PHASE C A JOINT
ONLY N N 36
G G
917
A G ( 42 FOR 2000 and 4000 Al,
NEUTRAL/ B N
GROUND C A 914 2500 and 5000 Cu)
ONLY
N B A
G C
Busway field check pieces/replacement pieces

A field check piece is a length of busway inserted into a run after the major portion of that run has been installed. To
determine the length of the piece to be inserted, measure the opening length L between the ends of the bars on the
bar side to the center line of the joint as shown in Fig. 29.2 below. Subtract .875 inches and this is equal to the busway
length X measured from the center lines of joint to joint and is the way to measure all Spectra Series busway pieces.
Fig. 29.2
Measuring Spectra busway for a field check.
Joints with ± 1/2-inch adjustability

Every Spectra Series busway is supplied with up to ± 1⁄2-inch adjustable joint as standard. The modular joint pack is
preassembled to one end of each piece of busway and shipped in the “nominal” position. The joint caps have four
housing mounting holes (eight on 5000 amp Copper) that contain twistouts permitting expansion or contraction of the
joint up to 1⁄2 inch in either direction.
Hangers
Vertical mounting – spring hangers (Must be ordered separately)

Spring hangers should be ordered to support the busway at each floor if the
distance from floor to floor is less than 16 feet. When the floor-to-floor span is
more than 16 feet, supports and additional spring hangers are required on
16-foot centers maximum. The quantity of springs supplied is based on busway
weight. Simple adjustment procedures are included with installation instructions.
Mounting holes align with floor flanges.
Cat. No. (SBR “X”) where “X” = Quantity of springs (1 or 2) on each side of Standard clevis hanger
hanger (single spring up to 600 lbs. per floor).
Floor opening size refer to Table 11.1 for “A” dimension. Fig. 30.1
Cat. No. SBR “X”
A+ 1
25 inches
51⁄2
millimeters
FLOOR OPENING 140 (
161⁄4 171⁄2
)
413 445 for 5000 Amp
8
203
Horizontal mounting – 1 stack clevis hangers
(1 furnished every 10 feet. Requires (1) .50 inch diameter
drop rods. Drop rods by others.)
2
81⁄2
+2 51 216
One Stack Flatwise Hangers 51 3
⁄4
Aluminum Copper 1
A+ 5 ⁄2 19
Catalog Number Ampere Range Catalog Number Ampere Range 140
Minimum Clearance
SBF16 225-600 SBF16 225-800
SBF28 800 SBF22 1000
SBF33 1000 SBF28 1200 Fig. 30.2 Fig. 30.3
SBF42 1200 SBF33 1350 One Stack (Standard) Flatwise One Stack Edgewise
SBF57 1350 SBF42 1600 Cat. No. SBF “XX” Cat. No. SBE45
(See table at left) (Up to 2000 Amp Max)
SBF65 1600
SBF82 2000
Bar Width (Inches)

16 = 1.63 33 = 3.38 57 = 5.75
22 = 2.25 42 = 4.25 65 = 6.50
28 = 2.88 45 = 4.50 82 = 8.25
Horizontal mounting – trapeze hangers

(1 furnished every 10 feet. Requires (2) .50 inch diameter
drop rods. Drop rods by others.) Fig. 30.5
Edgewise Trapeze
One or Two Stack Flatwise Trapeze Fig. 30.4 Cat. No. SBTE
Catalog Bar “W”

Stacks
Number Widths Inches MM
SBT E (1) 1.63” - 4.25” 10.25 260
SBT F (1) 5.75” - 8.25” 14.00 356
SBT G (2) 4.25 “ - 4.50” 18.50 470
SBT H (2) 5.75” - 6.50” 22.50 572
SBT J (2) 8.25” 26 660 DROP ROD
9/16
"W"
14 101⁄4
260
Plugs
Switch-operated fusible plugs are equipped with type QMR quick-make,
quick-break mechanisms, in ratings from 30 to 600 amps, 240 and 600 volts.
Positive pressure NEC fuse clips are furnished standard. They are also available
with class “J” or “R” fuse clips.
Circuit breaker plugs are available with molded case circuit breakers, in ratings
from 15 to 800 amps, 240 to 600 volts.
Both fusible and circuit breaker Spectra Series busway plugs have:
• Plug assist mechanism standard on plugs rated above 100 amps.
• A cover interlock that prevents opening the cover when the switching device
is in the “ON” position. The interlock can be defeated by operating the
release mechanism through the door. However, by bending down a tab
inside the cover, the interlock becomes non-defeatable.
• A device interlock that prevents the switching device from being accidentally
operated when the cover is open.
• A provision to padlock the plug in the “OFF” position when the cover is closed
(suitable for single padlock with a 5⁄16-inch shank).
• A handle that can be mounted either on the side or end of the plug. In addition,
the handle may be mounted in one of two positions at each location.
• A handle that can be operated by a hook stick.
• A safety interlock that prevents insertion or removal of the plug when in the
“ON” position.
• Positive locator pin for exact, safe positioning.
• Both drip-proof (IP45) and splash-proof (IP54) plugs are available.

Recommended Type QMR and QMW¬ Fusible Switch Combinations Circuit Breaker Plug Interrupting RatingsÂ
Short-Circuit Circuit Breaker Trip Range Interrupting Ratings in Thousand
Fusible
Fuse Rating in Number of Rating in Amperes RMS Symmetrical
Switch
Ampere RMS Frame Poles Amperes 120-V or 240-V 480-V 600-V
Type Amperes U/L Class Description Symmetrical Standard Frames
H/NEC One-Time 10,000 TEB 1, 2, 3 15-100 10 — —
QMR 30-600 R Current Limiting Rejection 200,000 TED 1 15-50 14 — —
J Current Limiting Rejection 200,000 TED4 3 15-100 18 14 —
TED6 3 15-150Ã 18 14 14
TFJÄ, TFKÄ
The interrupting rating of the fuse must equal or exceed the short-circuit rating of the
switch. If it is lower, then the interrupting rating of the switch is the same as for the fuse. 2, 3 70-225 25 22 22
Both QMR and QMW switches have no short-circuit ratings if renewable fuses are used. TJJ, TJK4 2, 3 125-400 42 30 22
¬ For type QMW, refer to factory.
TJK6 2, 3 250-600 42 30 22
TKMB 2, 3 300-800 42 30 22
Hi-Break® Frames
THEDÄ 2-3 15-150Ã 65 25 18
Fusible Plug Horsepower Ratings
Table 31.2
THFKÄ 2-3 70-225 65 25 22
THJK4 2-3 125-400 65 35 25
Device 3-Phase Horsepower Ratings THKMB 2-3 300-800 65 35 25
Rating With NEC Fuses With Time Delay Fuses
Tri-Break® Frames
In Amperes 240 Volts 480 Volts 600 Volts 240 Volts 480 Volts 600 Volts
TB1 2-3 15-100 200 200 200
30 3 5 71⁄2 10 20 20 TB4 3 125-400 200 200 200
60 71⁄2 15 15 20 40 50 TB6 3 300-600 200 200 200
100 15 25 30 30 60 75 TB8 3 600-800 200 200 200
200 25 50 60 60 125 150 Â These are maximum ratings regardless of the busway rating.
400 50 100 125 125 250 350 Ã 110-150-amp trip ratings are available for 3-pole only.
600 75 150 200 200 400 500 Ä 2-pole rated 480 Vac Max.
Ratings are based on NEC Article 430. Horsepower ratings for plugs with NEC fuses
are based on one-time fuses having minimum time delay. When time delay fuses
are used, the horsepower ratings are maximum for the plug.
Table 32.1 Spectra RMS™ Circuit Breaker

Spectra RMS™ Circuit Breaker Busway Plugs Maximum IC Ratings (rms sym. kA)
Spectra Frame Old Frame 380,

Spectra¬ Trip Range Old Trip Range IC Ratings IC Ratings Frame 415,
Construction Type 240V 480V 600V
Frame Type (Amps) Frame Type (Amps) 380, 415
240V 480V 600V 240V 480V 600V
SED 18 14 14
— — TEB 15-100 — — — 10 — — SEH 65 25 18
SED 15-150 TED4 15-100 18 14 14 18 14 — SEL 100 65 25
SED 15-150 TED6 15-100 18 14 14 18 14 14 SEP 200 100 25
SFH 70-250 TFJ 70-225 65 25 18 25 22 18 SFH 65 25 18
SFL 100 65 25
SFH 70-250 TFK 70-225 65 25 18 25 22 18
SFP 200 100 25
Standard Frames SGH4 125-400 TJJ 125-400 65 35 25 42 30 22 SGH4 65 35 25
SGH4 125-400 TJK4 125-400 65 35 25 42 30 22 SGL4 100 65 65
SGH6 250-600 TJK6 250-600 65 35 25 42 30 22 SGP4 200 100 65
SGH6 250-600 TJ4V 150-600 65 35 25 42 30 22 SGH6 65 35 25
SKH 300-800 TKM8 300-800 65 50 25 42 30 22 SGL6 100 65 65
SKH 300-800 TK4V 800 65 50 25 42 30 22 SGP6 200 100 65
SEH 15-150 THED 15-100 65 25 18 65 25 18 SKH 65 50 25
SKL 100 65 42
SFH 70-250 THFK 70-225 65 25 18 65 25 18
SKP 200 100 65
SGH4 125-400 THJK4 125-400 65 35 25 65 35 25
Hi-Break® SGH6 250-600 THJK6 400-600 65 35 25 65 35 25
Frames SGH6 250-600 THJ4V 150-600 65 35 25 65 35 25
SGH6 250-600 TJH 150-600 65 35 25 65 35 25
SKH 300-800 THKM8 300-800 65 60 25 65 35 25
SKH 300-800 TKH 300-800 65 50 25 65 50 25
SEP 15-150 THLC1Â 15-100 200 100 25 200 150 —
Fuseless Current SFP 70-250 THLC2Â 125-225 200 100 25 200 150 —
Limiting SGP4 125-400 THLC4Â 225-400 200 100 65 200 150 —
SGP6 250-600 — — 200 100 65 — — —
SEL 15-150 TELÂ 15-100 100 65 25 100 65 25
SFL 70-250 TFLÂ 125-225 100 65 25 100 65 25
SGL4 125-400 TLB4Â 250-400 100 65 65 85 50 —
High Interrupting SGL6 250-600 TJL4V 150-600 100 65 65 100 65 30
SGL6 250-600 TJL 150-600 100 65 65 100 65 30
SKL 300-800 TKL4V 400-800 100 65 65 100 65 42
SKL 300-800 TKL 800 100 65 65 100 65 42
¬ Spectra RMS™ Circuit Breakers UL listed for Spectra Series™ Busway only.
UL listed interrupting ratings in thousand amperes rms symmetrical ac volts.
Â Discontinued; replaced by Spectra Frame Type.
Spectra Bus Plugs with TVSS Protection

Spectra bus plugs are available with integral TVSS devices (see Table 33.1 on
next page) for a variety of location categories and exposure levels. Indicating
lights communicate proper system operation. Ratings and specifications:
• Suitable for medium to high exposure, service entry or branch panel locations
• UL-1449, Second Edition; cUL and UL-1283 Recognized Component
• Maximum surge current ratings of 50kA, 80kA, and 100kA per mode —
tested on a complete TVSS unit
• Repetitive surge current tested — ANSI/IEEE C62.41, Category C3:
100kA - 20,000 impulses; 80kA - 5,000 impulses; 50kA - 3,500 impulses
• Noise filtering up to -44dB at 100kHz Spectra TVSS bus plugs
• Refer to FES-006 for UL-1449, Second Edition SVR Values
• Contact your GE representative for catalog numbers.
Plugs
Table 33.1
Spectra Bus Plugs with Tranquell TVSS Protection with Ground Fault
Max. Cont.
Nominal Voltage
Configuration 65kA 80kA 100kA Overvoltage
(Volts, RMS)
Capability (MCOV%)
1 Phase, 3 Wire
120/240 TPME120S06WC TPME120S08WC TPME120S10WC 125%
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire
120Y/208 TPME120Y06WC TPME120Y08WC TPME120Y10WC 125%
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire
240 Delta TPME240D06WC TPME240D08WC TPME240D10WC 115%
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire Vertical riser bus with plug installed
120/240 Delta HL TPME240H06WC TPME240H08WC TPME240H10WC 115%
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire
277Y/480 TPME277Y06WC TPME277Y08WC TPME277Y10WC 115% Fig. 33.1
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire Typical vertical application
220Y/380 TPME220Y06WC TPME220Y08WC TPME220Y10WC 145% with Spectra Series riser busway
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire
480 Delta TPME480D06WC TPME480D08WC TPME480D10WC 170% inches
+ Ground
3 Phase, 4 Wire millimeters
+ Ground
3 Phase, 3 Wire D W
600 Delta
+ Ground
TME600D065WC TME600D080WC TME600D100WC 170% 12
305
Table 33.2 4
24 L 102
Spectra RMS™ Circuit Breaker Bus Plugs (Outer Dimensions)
Dimensions Handle
610 NC BA
Weight Plug-in
Tier Frame W L D Height¬ Figure NORMAL
Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM
(lbs.) Outlets 120
3048 PLUG-IN SIDE
Lowest SED 11.00 279 13.00 330 8.00 203 9.12 232 25 1 33.2
SEH 11.00 279 13.00 330 8.00 203 9.12 232 25 1 33.2 ELEVATION
SFH 11.00 279 21.25 540 9.00 229 9.50 241 41 1 33.2
12 VIEW
Low
SGH 16.75 425 26.50 673 12.00 305 9.5 241 91 2 33.3
305
SKH 16.75 425 36.50 927 12.00 305 18 457 160 2 33.3
SEL 11.00 279 13.00 330 8.00 203 9.12 237 25 1 33.2
SFL 11.00 279 21.25 540 9.00 229 9.5 241 41 1 33.2
Mid
SGL 16.75 425 26.50 673 12.00 305 18 457 91 1 33.3
SKL 16.75 425 36.50 927 12.00 305 18 457 160 2 33.3
SEP 11.00 279 13.00 330 8.00 203 9.12 232 25 1 33.2 Fig. 33.2
SFP 11.00 279 21.25 540 9.00 229 9.5 241 41 1 33.2 Door hinges at left end.
Peak
SGP 16.75 425 26.50 673 12.00 305 18 457 91 1 33.3 All dimensions are shown over largest part of plug.
SKP 16.75 425 36.50 927 12.00 305 18 457 160 2 33.3
¬ Maximum distance from enclosure bottom to handle tip. TOP EDGE OF
For ground fault option, increase width by 2.125 inches and length by 6.00 inches. BUSWAY 3
/4
19
GENERAL
Table 33.3
Molded Case Circuit Breakers W
ELECTRIC
Dimensions
Type Frame W L D Figure HINGE
OFF
ON
Standard TEB, TED, THED 11.00 279 13.00 330 8.00 203 33.2 L D
TFJ, TFK, THFK 11.00 279 18.50 470 9.50 241 33.2
and
TJJ, TJK4, TJK6, THJK4, THJK6 16.75 425 24.50 622 12.00 305 33.3
Hi-Break®
TKM8, THKM8, THK 16.75 425 36.50 927 12.00 305 33.3
Fused TB1 11.00 279 18.50 470 8.00 203 33.2
Current TB4 30.50 775
16.75 425 12.00 305 33.3 Fig. 33.3
Limiting TB6, TB8 45.25 1149
Door hinges at top.
Table 33.4 All dimensions are shown over largest part of plug.
Fusible Switches
Dimensions HINGE 3/4
Weight Voltage Length 19

Type Amps (lbs.) Rating W D Figure
GENERAL
Standard Gutter Extender

Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM Inches MM W
ELECTRIC
30 24 18.63 473
60 25 240, 380, 11.25 286 13.00 330
NA NA 8.75 222 33.2
QMR 100 28 415, 480,
OFF
18.75 476
ON
200 46 600 16.00 406 24.50 622 L

400 135 D
20.50 521 NA NA 18.75 476 33.3
600 160 24.50 622
NA = Not Available
Cataloging
Busway plugs
Fusible bus plug catalog numbering system.
Refer to page 33 for enclosure sizes.
Table 34.1
Code Description SB 3 6 2 R G R P I
SB Spectra Bus (Industrial)
Type CSB* Spectra Bus (Commercial)
AC Armor Clad
FVK FVK Bus
3 3Ø 3W
Service
4 3Ø 4W
2 240 V
Volts
6 380, 415, 480 V
1 30
2 60
3 100
Amps
4 200
5 400
6 600
R QMR
Switch
W QMW
Ground G Ground Stab

(Std.)
R Class R
Fuse Clips J Class J
Omit Class H
P Plug Assist
Plug Assist (Std. on 200-600)
Omit None
I Cover & Base
Drip Resistant (IP-45) Gasketing
Omit None (Leave blank
OR
for indoor)
Z Cover & Base
Splash-Proof (IP-54) Extensive Gasketing/Sealing
Omit None
Notes:
All plugs provided with 2-600MCM/(2) 1/0 - 250MCM mechanical lug as standard.
Compression lugs available as an option.
* Plug assist option is available for 200 amp and greater only
Cataloging
Plugs
A plug assist is furnished as standard on all plugs greater than 100 amps
listed on this page. If plug assist is required on other plugs, add Suffix “P” to
Catalog Number.
Grounding stab to engage internal or integrated housing ground bus is

standard on all Spectra Series plugs. Mating stab is standard on Spectra Series
plug-in busway.
Bus plug with plug assist
All fusible plugs are furnished with Type “NEC” fuse clips as standard.
Optional fuse clips are available.
Table 35.1
Switch-operated Fusible Plug with QMR Interrupter
Volts ac Amps 3Ø-3W Catalog Number 3Ø-4W Catalog Number

30 SB 321RG SB 421RG
100 SB 323RG SB 423RG
240
200 SB 324RG SB 424RG
400 SB 325RG SB 425RG
600 SB 326RG SB 426RG
480 100 SB 363RG SB 463RG
or 600 200 SB 364RG SB 464RG
400 SB 365RG SB 465RG
600 SB 366RG SB 466RG

Combination Ground Detectors and Neutralizer Adapter Kits Convert Spectra Series Bus Plugs to Armor Clad
Flex-A-Plug Unit (Not UL Listed) Ground stab included. See GE instructions pub no. GEH-5647
Volts 3Ø-3W Catalog Number Amps Catalog Number
208-240 SB321NG 30-100 SBAC1G
440-600 SB361NG 200-225 SBAC4G
440-600 SBAC5G
Table 35.4
Combination motor starter plugs-fusible and circuit breaker¬
(3-pole, full-voltage, non-reversing, single-speed)
Includes 3 overload relays with manual reset
Max Hp Rating, With Fusible Switch With Circuit Breaker

Nema Size 3-phase Disconnect Disconnect
240 Volts 440/550 Volts Max Fuse Size, Amp Max Trip Size, Amp
0 3 5 30 20
1 71⁄2 10 60 50
2 15 25 100 70
3 30 50 200 100
¬ Order by description.
Busway plugs
Plug assist is furnished as standard on all circuit breaker plugs except in the 100-amp frame sizes.
If plug assist is required on the 100-amp frame sizes, add Suffix “P” to Catalog Number.
Table 36.1
Circuit Breaker Plugs
Type Frame Trip Amps 3Ø-3W Cat. No. 3Ø-4W Cat. No. Type Frame Trip Amps 3Ø-3W Cat. No. 3Ø-4W Cat. No.
Standard Circuit Breakers¬ 70 SB37FKG SB47FKG
15 SB31EBG SB41EBG 80 SB38FKG SB48FKG
25 SB32.5EBG SB42.5EBG 100 SB310FKG SB410FKG
30 SB33EBG SB43EBG TFK 600 Volts 110 SB311FKG SB411FKG
35 SB33.5EBG SB43.5EBG 125 SB312FKG SB412FKG
TEB 240 Volts 45 SB34.5EBG SB44.5EBG 175 SB317FKG SB417FKG
70 SB37EBG SB47EBG 125 SB312JJG SB412JJG
15 SB31ED4G SB41ED4G TJJ 600 Volts 225 SB322JJG SB422JJG
20 SB32ED4G SB42ED4G 250 SB325JJG SB425JJG
25 SB32.5ED4G SB42.5ED4G 300 SB330JJG SB430JJG
30 SB33ED4G SB43ED4G 350 SB335JJG SB435JJG
35 SB33.5ED4G SB43.5ED4G 400 SB340JJG SB440JJG
40 SB34ED4G SB44ED4G 125 SB312JK4G SB412JK4G
TED4 480 Volts 45 SB34.5ED4G SB44.5ED4G 150 SB315JK4G SB415JK4G
70 SB37ED4G SB47ED4G TJK4 600 Volts 225 SB322JK4G SB422JK4G
25 SB32.5ED6G SB42.5ED6G 300 SB330JK6G SB430JK6G
35 SB33.5ED6G SB43.5ED6G TJK6 600 Volts 400 SB340JK6G SB440JK6G
45 SB34.5ED6G SB44.5ED6G 500 SB350JK6G SB450JK6G
TED6 600 Volts 60 SB36ED6G SB46ED6G 300 SB330KMG SB430KMG
70 SB37ED6G SB47ED6G 350 SB335KMG SB435KMG
90 SB39ED6G SB49ED6G TKM8 600 Volts 450 SB345KMG SB445KMG
125 SB312.5ED6G SB412.5ED6G 700 SB370KMG SB470KMG
70 SB37FJG SB47FJG ¬ TEB, TED4, THED, TFJ and TJJ are fixed trip circuit breakers.
80 SB38FJG SB48FJG
90 SB39FJG SB49FJG
100 SB310FJG SB410FJG
TFJ 600 Volts 125 SB312FJG SB412FJG
Cataloging
Table 37.1
Circuit Breaker Plugs (continued)
Type Frame Trip Amps 3Ø-3W Cat. No. 3Ø-4W Cat. No. Type Frame Trip Amps 3Ø-3W Cat. No. 3Ø-4W Cat. No.
Tri-Break® Circuit Breakers (Includes Limiters) Hi-Break® Circuit Breakers (Includes Limiters)
15 SB31B1E05 SB41B1E05 15 SB31HED SB31HED
25 SB32.5B1E05 SB42.5B1E05 25 SB32.5HED SB32.5HED
TB1 600 Volts 50 SB35SB1E09 SB45B1E09 THED 600 Volts 50 SB35HED SB35HED
60 SB36SB1E09 SB46B1E09 60 SB36HED SB336HED
125 SB312B4F14 SB412B4F14 70 SB37HFK SB37HFK
TB4 600 Volts 225 SB322B4F14 SB422B4F14 THFK 600 Volts 110 SB311HFK SB311HFK
300 SB330B6J14 SB430B6J14 225 SB322HFK SB322HFK
350 SB335B6J14 SB435B6J14 125 SB312HJK4 SB312HJK4
TB6 600 Volts 400 SB340B6J14 SB440B6J14 150 SB315HJK4 SB315HJK4
600 SB360B6J14 SB460B6J14 THJK4 600 Volts 225 SB322HJK4 SB322HJK4
250 SB325HJK4 SB325HJK4
TB8Â 600 Volts
600 SB360B8K20 SB360B8K20
700 SB370B8K20 SB370B8K20 300 SB330HJK4 SB330HJK4
800 SB380B8K20 SB380B8K20 350 SB335HJK4 SB335HJK4
400 SB340HJK4 SB340HJK4
300 SB330HKM SB330HKM
THKM8 600 Volts 450 SB345HKM SB345HKM
¬ TEB, TED4, THED, TFJ and TJJ are fixed trip circuit breakers.
TBI is a fixed trip circuit breaker.
Â Not UL listed.
Spectra Series busway catalog numbering system

A comprehensive system that completely describes most lengths and fittings.
Table 38.1
Code Description F 3 H A 02 SL I 02
F Feeder
Type P Plug-In
R Riser
3 3PH, 3W
Service
4 4PH, 4W Indoor
H Integrated Housing
Ground
G Internal Bus
Conductor C Copper
A Aluminum
Code Amps
02 225
04 400
06 600
08 800
10 1000
12 1200
13 1350
16 1600
20 2000
25 2500
30 3000
40 4000
50 5000
Code Configurations
SL Straight Length
EL Elbow Left
ER Elbow Right
EU Elbow Up
ED Elbow Down
CT Center Cable Tap Box-Up
CB Center Cable Tap Box-Down
TT End Cable Tap Box-Up
TB End Cable Tap Box-Down
EB End Box
FE Flanged End
FL Flanged End with Lugs
Type Code Feet

02 2
03 3
04 4
05 5
Feeder 06 6
07 7
08 8
09 9
10 10
02 2
04 4
Plug-In Riser 06 6
08 8
10 10
Fittings ST (A) (A) Refer to pages 15–16 for standard dimensions.
Guide Form Specifications

Drawing notes for Spectra Series™ Feeder and Joints shall be of the one-bolt removable/isolatable type
Plug-in busway with through-bolts that can be checked for tightness
without deenergizing the system. It shall be possible to
The following information should appear on the electrical
make up a joint from one side in the event the busway is
drawings:
installed against a wall or ceiling. The joint shall be so
1. Amp rating, continuous. designed as to allow removal of any length without dis-
2. Service: ______ phase, ______wire, _____volts, with or turbing adjacent lengths. Belleville springs shall be provided
without internal ground. to give positive pressure over complete contact area.
3. Available short-circuit current at input end in amps rms Where required, the joint bolt shall provide a direct visual
symmetrical. indication of pressure (tension) applied to the joint contact
4. Maximum voltage drop and power factor at output end area. The means of visual indication shall be a color
and whether load is distributed along run or concentrated change in the head of the bolt. This indication shall remain
at end of run. accurate after multiple tightenings and loosenings of the
5. Bus bar material (aluminum or copper). bolt. All multi-stacks shall be phase collected.
6. Location of all fittings. For expansion fittings, show
amount of compensation required as “± inches, The maximum hot-spot temperature rise at any point in
total_____inches.” the busway at continuous rated load shall not exceed
7. Limiting dimensions of busway width and depth where 55°C above a maximum ambient temperature of 40°C in
passing through walls or floors or around obstructions. any position. (Ambient temperature averaged over 24-
8. Mounting position of busway (flatwise, edgewise, or hour period.)
vertical riser).
Bus bars shall be suitably plated at all joints and contact
Feeder busway specifications surfaces.
Where shown on plans, furnish and install a totally enclosed,
low-impedance busway system of the indicated ratings All insulation material shall be NEMA class B epoxy (130°C).
with all necessary fittings, power takeoffs, hanging
devices and accessories. Horizontal runs of busway shall be UL Listed for hanging
on 10-foot centers in any position. Vertical riser runs of
Material and installation shall comply with all applicable busway shall be supported with rigid and/or spring hangers
codes, recommended practices, and standards of ANSI, in positions indicated on plans (max 16’ centers).
IEEE, NEMA and UL. All components of the busway shall
be UL Listed. Arrangements, details, and locations shall Final field measurements shall be made by the contractor
be as shown on the drawings and specified herein. prior to release for manufacture to assure coordination
with other trades.
The housing shall be of extruded aluminum to provide
maximum protection against corrosion from water and The busway shall be General Electric Spectra Series.
other contaminants normally encountered during con-
struction. All hardware shall be plated to prevent corrosion. Plug-in busway specifications
Tie bolts shall brace aluminum housing and bars to with- Spectra Series II plug-in busway shall be identical to
stand, without damage or permanent distortion, short- feeder construction and performance except:
circuit currents of the magnitude shown on the drawings There shall be four dead-front hinged cover
when tested in accordance with UL standard. Busway type plug outlets as required to accommodate
shall be finished in ANSI-61 grey enamel. the plug installation. All outlets shall be usable
simultaneously.
Plugs
Where shown on plans, furnish and install busway plugs
of the types and ratings indicated. When applicable,
plugs shall be UL labeled.
Housing shall completely enclose the switching device and

shall be of sheet steel furnished in ANSI-61 grey enamel
over a rust inhibitor. Provide stab shields that protect
stabs and ground plug body to busway housing before
stabs make power contact. Provide grounding terminal
inside plug body and adequate shielding to prevent
access to live parts when cover is open. A ground stab to
engage grounding tab on busway and internal ground
bus shall be provided. Provide means for padlocking cover
and operating handle in “OFF” position. The operating
handle shall be easily moved from end to side or vice versa
so that it will be in the correct position to operate from the
floor. All current-carrying parts shall be suitably plated.
Operating switch type plugs shall have positive quick-

make, quick-break interrupter, and positive-pressure fuse
clips. Provide a releasable cover interlock that prevents
opening cover except when switch is in “OFF” position.
This interlock shall be convertible to non-releasable type
on the job. A releasable interlock preventing closing
switch with cover open shall also be included, as well as
interlock to prevent insertion or removal from busway
when in “ON” position.
Circuit breaker type plugs shall have an interrupting rating

of not less than_____amps rms symmetrical. They shall
have a releasable cover interlock that prevents opening
of cover except with breaker in “OFF” position. This inter-
lock shall be convertible to non-releasable type on the
job. An interlock to prevent insertion or removal from
busway when in “ON” position shall be provided, as well
as an interlock (releasable) to prevent closing circuit
breaker with cover open.
Plug assists shall be furnished on all plugs over 100 amps

that will mechanically engage or disengage the plug from
the busway, but only when the plug is in the “OFF” position.
Notes
Field Drawing Page
Joint Guard™
Positive torque indication. Time after time.
GE’s exclusive Joint-Guard™ protection system shows you, with color,
whether a busway joint is loose or tight. The center spot is bright red when
a joint is loose and turns dark when proper torque is applied. It does this not
just once — as with double-headed break-off bolts — but even after the
repeated tightening and loosening so often required during installation. And it
will keep on working that way for 30 years*.
Easy Maintenance. Joint-Guard simplifies periodic maintenance, too. Visual

inspection, even from a distance, tells you whether the busway joint is properly
torqued. No more unnecessary and labor-intensive re-torquing. It gets even
easier: when combined with the superior torque retention design of GE’s
industry-leading Belleville washer, Joint-Guard bolts deliver the best solution
for any maintenance program.
How it works
Joint-Guard technology was developed for the nuclear and aerospace industries.
It measures the elongation of the busway joint bolt, and is more accurate
that a torque wrench, which is subject to substantial variations in static and
dynamic friction, depending on thread wear and lubrication.
Loose Mid-tension Tight
*assumes busway operates 14 hours per day, six days per week,
at 81% load in 25°C ambient
General Electric Company

41 Woodford Avenue, Plainville, CT 06062
www.geelectrical.com
© 2007 General Electric Company
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Note: It is a good practice to de-energize the

Spectra Series busway’s integrated housing ground resistance values exceed

Busway applications with harmonics

Table 5.2 Figure 5.1

Effect of ambient temperature on busway operation 125

WALL WALL *4” minimum provides

If horizontally mounted busways are three high, there is an additional multi-

Voltage drop: plug-in or feeder

Bar Voltage Drop – Concentrated Load¬

¬ For plug-in distributed loads divide by 2

Fig. 9.1 Table 9.1

¬ Spectra Series II busway requires feeder.

Spectra Series™ busway seismic certification facts

Maximum Acceptable Parameters Vertical Riser Configuration Horizontal Configuration

Acceptable Orientations Edgewise & Flatwise Edgewise & Flatwise

Drop Rod Connection ¬

Spectra Series II busway Spectra Series plug-in busway

Comparison to wire and conduit Common Application - 2000 Amp,

A Labor Estimating Manual, which uses NECA labor units, is available to

• Lower installed cost Requires 12, 500 MCM Cables

Wire & Conduit

Aluminum Conductor Copper Conductor

Table 12.1 Table 12.2

Weather protection: features and benefits

¬ Excludes joint elbow and Spectra Series II

Straight lengths: plug-in and feeder

Plug-in flatwise mounted

Fig. 14.1 Fig. 14.2

Flatwise joint elbow (indoor only)

Table 16.1 Turns

Up elbow shown Right elbow shown

Fig. 17.1 Fig. 17.2 Fig. 17.3

Alternate Cable Tap Boxes

Fig. 18.2 Fig. 18.3

Fig. 19.1 Fig. 19.2

Dimensions and Lug Data Number inches

2500 26 660 – – – POLYESTER GLASS

12 Note: Special OEM stubs are available. Contact the

Flanged end without lugs cutout and drilling pattern

Bar hole pattern

Flanged end with lugs

Flanged end with lugs cutout and drilling pattern

Fig. 22.1 Fig. 22.2

Minimum Stub Dimensions”A”¬

Front Front Front

Front View Side View Side View

Fig. 23.2 REFER TO GE PUB, DET-196 FOR SWITCHGEAR

Spectra Frame Old Frame 380,