Three Phase Compactor Power Units

What this page covers

Three phase power units cover the bulk of full-size industrial trash compactor installations — every stationary compactor over 5 yards, every self-contained compactor, every industrial waste-transfer-station setup, and any commercial building installation with proper three phase electrical service. The voltage options (208V, 230V, 480V) cover the standard commercial electrical supplies used across the US.

PRT three phase power units are available in 5HP, 10HP, 15HP, and 20HP. 10HP is the most common — it drives most stationary compactors comfortably. 15-20HP is used for self-contained compactors, heavy-duty industrial cycling, and any application where ram speed matters.

How to choose

Match the voltage to your building's three phase electrical supply (208V is common in older commercial buildings; 230V and 480V are more common in modern industrial). Match the horsepower to your compactor: 10HP for most stationary units, 15-20HP for self-contained and heavy-duty applications.

If you're not sure of the building's voltage, have an electrician verify before ordering — three phase voltage isn't always obvious from a visual check. PRT customer service can help spec the right unit if you provide the compactor model.

Three phase configurations in stock

• 208V three phase, 5-15HPOlder commercial building electrical service.
• 230V three phase, 5-15HPMost common in modern light industrial and commercial.
• 480V three phase, 10-20HPStandard heavy-industrial electrical service.
• 10HP three phase (most common)Drives most full-size stationary compactors.
• 15HP and 20HP three phaseFor self-contained compactors and heavy-duty industrial cycling.
• 15-foot control pendantStandard; longer pendants on volume orders.
• OEM-spec mountingBolt patterns matched to Marathon, PTR, Wastequip, Harmony, SP Industries.