Eaton FD20 Limited-Service Fire Pump Controller (EPCT Fire)

The Eaton FD20 is the limited-service model in Eaton's EPCT Fire line of electric fire pump controllers. It's designed for motors of 30 HP or less driving special fire service pumps, where a limited-service controller is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. Every FD20 is built to order, so we quote each one to your motor, voltage, enclosure and options. Call (786) 336-5783 or send us your catalog number or spec section.

How the FD20 limited-service controller works

The FD20 uses across-the-line starting only: full line voltage is applied to the motor at start, with starting inrush current of approximately 600% of the motor's rated full load amperes. Limited-service controllers are a lower-cost option for smaller fire pumps where the authority having jurisdiction allows them. For motors above 30 HP, or where a full-service controller is required, see the FD30 across-the-line controller. All FD20 models include the EPCT Fire microprocessor controls, and the FD20 is also available with an automatic power transfer switch as the FT20.

EPCT Fire features

• 7" color touchscreen: 800x480 high-resolution display, a fast processor that reduces input lag, and a simplified tab system for navigation and programming
• USB port: download history, statistics, configuration, diagnostics and start-up files; upload a configuration to reduce programming time; update firmware
• Event history: logs up to 65,000 time-stamped events, with on-screen filtering for troubleshooting
• Programmable output relays for common alarm, power/phase failure, phase reversal and pump run
• Optional boards:
  • Relay board: four (4) one form-C programmable output relays
  • MODBUS board: output communication via RS422 or RS485
  • Secondary 4-20mA device board: additional connections for external pressure transducers, temperature sensors and similar devices
  • Alarm board: a supervisory powered alarm output
• Enclosures: UL Type 2 (drip-proof) standard; Type 3, 3R, 4, 4X and 12 available
• Standards: built to NFPA 20 and listed to UL 218. See the bid submittal for the full list of approvals.

FD20 catalog numbers explained

Every EPCT Fire catalog number follows the same pattern. For example, FD20-25-A-L1-F2 is a 25 HP, 208V/60Hz limited-service controller with English labels on a 2 inch floor stand.

Common options

See the full EPCT Fire option selection matrix for every code.

FD20 or FT20?

The FD20 is a stand-alone controller. If the fire pump also needs automatic transfer to an alternate power source, choose the FT20, which combines the limited-service controller and an automatic transfer switch in one assembly.

What we need for a quote

• Motor horsepower (30 HP or less)
• Line voltage, phase and frequency, including single phase if applicable
• Enclosure type
• Options and label language
• Confirmation that a limited-service controller is accepted for your project

Have a full catalog number, a spec section or a photo of an existing nameplate? Send that instead and we'll match it. Call (786) 336-5783 or request a quote.

Bid submittal and documents

• EPCT Fire – FD20 – Bid Submittal (PDF, eaton.com)
• EPCT Fire option selection matrix

Replacement parts

Keeping an existing EPCT Fire controller in service? Shop EPCT Fire replacement components or browse all Eaton fire pump controller replacement parts.

Installation, wiring and commissioning should follow Eaton's instruction manual and NFPA 20 and be performed by qualified personnel.