Eaton FT20 Limited-Service Fire Pump Controller with Automatic Transfer Switch

The Eaton FT20 is the limited-service model with automatic transfer switch in Eaton's EPCT Fire line of electric fire pump controllers. It combines a limited-service controller and an automatic transfer switch in one assembly, for motors of 30 HP or less driving booster pumps or special fire service pumps where acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. Every FT20 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 FT20 works

The FT20 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. The integrated automatic transfer switch moves the fire pump to an alternate power source, such as a generator, when the normal source fails, and the EPCT Fire touchscreen manages both the controller and the transfer switch from one display.

Note: FT20 limited-service transfer switch controllers do not carry FM approval. If your project requires FM-approved equipment or a motor above 30 HP, see the FT30 across-the-line controller with transfer switch.

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.

FT20 catalog numbers explained

Every EPCT Fire catalog number follows the same pattern. For example, FT20-30-D-L1 is a 30 HP, 480V/60Hz limited-service controller with transfer switch and English labels in the standard enclosure.

Common options

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

FT20 or FD20?

If the fire pump doesn't need automatic transfer to an alternate power source, the stand-alone FD20 limited-service controller is the simpler option.

What we need for a quote

• Motor horsepower (30 HP or less)
• Line voltage, phase and frequency, including single phase if applicable
• Alternate power source (generator or second utility feed)
• 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 – FT20 – 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, transfer switch 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.