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    Durable Disconnect Switches

    Protected by a steel enclosure, these switches withstand tougher conditions than switches in a plastic housing. Also known as safety switches, they have quick-make/quick-break action to eliminate arcing and prolong switch life. They have a lockout to secure in the off position using a padlock (not included).
    Maintained SwitchAbout Maintained Switch
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Durable Disconnect Switches.
    Fuse Holder—Switches with a fuse holder are used where overload protection is needed. When the current exceeds the fuse’s rating, the fuse will blow, interrupting the circuit to prevent the switch from overheating, breaking, or causing a fire. These switches require rejection-style fuse clips when used with UL Class RK1, RK5, or T fuses. Note: Horsepower ratings are based on time-delay fuses installed.
    Safety Interlock—Switches with safety interlock keep the door closed when the switch is on and prevent the switch from turning on when the door is open.
    Viewing Window—Switches with a viewing window let you see the switch position without opening the enclosure.
    Switches
    Rejection-Style Fuse Clips for
    RK1 and RK5 Fuse Class
    Switching
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage
    Switch
    Designation
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    For No.
    of Wires
    For Fuse UL Class
    Ht.
    Wd.
    For Max. Padlock
    Shackle Dia.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    Gray Enamel-Coated Steel Housing with Black Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout and Safety Interlock
    30600V AC/600V DC3PDT
    Single (5 hp @ 240V AC)
    Single (7 1/2 hp @ 480V AC)
    Single (10 hp @ 600V AC)
    329 15/16"12"3/8"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed
    1960N40000000———0
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, and Fuse Holder
    30600V AC/600V DC3PDT
    Single (3 hp @ 480V AC)
    Three (5 hp @ 480V AC)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 600V AC)
    3RK1, RK5, J, K5, H38 7/16"12"3/8"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed
    1960N100000000———0
     
    Gray Enamel-Coated Steel with Black/Red Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, and Viewing Window
    30600V AC/600V DC3PST
    Single (10 hp @ 600V AC)
    Three (30 hp @ 600V AC)
    314 5/8"7 9/16"3/8"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    Fed. Spec. W-S-8657499K78000000———0
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Fuse Holder, and Viewing Window
    30600V AC/600V DC3PST
    Three (20 hp @ 600V AC)3RK1, RK5, J, K5, H14 5/8"7 9/16"3/8"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    Fed. Spec. W-S-8657499K580000007499K111000000
    30600V AC/600V DC3PST
    Three (20 hp @ 600V AC)4RK1, RK5, J, K5, H14 5/8"7 9/16"3/8"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    Fed. Spec. W-S-8657499K730000007499K11100000
     
    Gray Powder-Coated Steel Housing with Red Actuator
     
    2 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, and Fuse Holder
    30240V AC/250V DCDPST
    Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    3RK1, RK5, K5, H14 1/4"6 5/8"5/16"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed
    7524K210000007524K41400000
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, and Fuse Holder
    30240V AC/250V DC3PST
    Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    3RK1, RK5, K5, H14 1/4"6 5/8"5/16"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed
    7524K110000007524K41400000
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout
    30240V AC/250V DC3PST
    Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    36 3/8"4 9/16"5/16"TabNEMA 1
    UL Listed
    7524K3100000———0
     

    Outdoor Durable Disconnect Switches

    All switches have quick-make/quick-break action to eliminate arcing and prolong switch life.
    Maintained SwitchAbout Maintained Switch
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Outdoor Durable Disconnect Switches.
    Enamel-Coated Steel Housing and Powder-Coated Steel Housing—The enclosure is steel, so it withstands tougher conditions than plastic enclosures.
    Fuse Holder—Use switches with a fuse holder where overload protection is needed. When the current exceeds the rating of the fuse, it blows. This interrupts the circuit and prevents overheating, damage, and fire. When used with UL Class RK1, RK5, or T fuses, they require rejection-style fuse clips. Note: Horsepower ratings are based on time-delay fuses installed.
    Safety Interlock—Switches with safety interlock keep the door closed when the switch is on and prevent the switch from turning on when the door is open.
    Viewing Window—Switches with a viewing window let you see the switch position without opening the enclosure.
    Lockout—They have a lockout to secure in the off position using a padlock (not included).
    NEMA 3R Enclosure Rating—A raintight NEMA 3R rated enclosure protects these switches from falling liquids and light splashing.
    Switches
    Rejection-Style Fuse Clips for
    RK1 and RK5 Fuse Class
    Switching
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage
    Switch
    Designation
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    For No.
    of Wires
    For Fuse
    UL Class
    Ht.
    Wd.
    For Max. Padlock
    Shackle Dia.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    Gray Enamel-Coated Steel with Black/Red Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, and Viewing Window
    30600V AC/600V DC3PST
    Single (10 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (30 hp @ 600V AC)
    315"7 3/4"3/8"TabNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    Fed. Spec. W-S-8657499K910000000———0
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Fuse Holder, and Viewing Window
    30600V AC/600V DC3PST
    Three (20 hp @ 600V AC)3RK1, RK5, J, H15"7 3/4"3/8"TabNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    Fed. Spec. W-S-8657499K760000007499K111000000
    30600V AC/600V DC3PST
    Three (20 hp @ 600V AC)4RK1, RK5, J, H15"7 3/4"3/8"TabNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    Fed. Spec. W-S-8657499K930000007499K11100000
     
    Gray Powder-Coated Steel Housing with Red Actuator
     
    2 Circuits Controlled with Lockout and Fuse Holder
    30240V AC/250V DCDPST
    Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)3RK1, RK5, K5, H8 9/16"5 7/16"5/16"TabNEMA 3R
    UL Listed
    7524K24000007524K411000000
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout and Fuse Holder
    30240V AC/250V DC3PST
    Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    4RK1, RK5, K5, H8 9/16"5 7/16"5/16"TabNEMA 3R
    UL Listed
    7524K140000007524K411000000
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout
    30240V AC/250V DC3PST
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)36 3/8"4 9/16"5/16"TabNEMA 3R
    UL Listed
    7524K34000000———0
     

    Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Switch with Stainless Steel Housing and Lockout. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches, 304 Stainless Steel Housing with Lockout.
    Image of Product. Switch with Polybutylene Housing and Lockout. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches, Polybutylene Housing with Lockout.
    Image of Product. Switch with Polybutylene Housing, Lockout, and Power Indicator. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches, Polybutylene Housing with Lockout, Power Indicator.

    Switch with

    Stainless Steel

    Housing and

    Lockout

    Switch with

    Polybutylene

    Housing and

    Lockout

    Switch with

    Polybutylene

    Housing,

    Lockout, and

    Power Indicator

    Install these switches in areas with oil, coolant, corrosive chemicals, and regular washdowns. They're rated IP69K and NEMA 4X and 12 or 12K. Since they’re already protected inside a housing, you can mount them to a wall if there’s no space left in your electrical panel. You need to grip and twist the lever to actuate, so they won’t accidentally turn on or off if something bumps into them. To lock them in the off position, attach a padlock (not included) to the lever. Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or with other circuits such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Polybutylene Housing—Switches with a Polybutylene housing can be turned into a handheld control for moving around your workstation by attaching a cord and cord grip. The housing won’t swell in moist environments.
    Power Indicator—Switches with a power indicator use LED lights to show the status of power flowing into the switch and power flowing from the switch to your motor. This can help you check for issues, such as a welded contact or phase loss, without having to open the housing.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Specs.
    Met
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Maintained
     
    304 Stainless Steel Housing with Lockout
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306007.1"4.9"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K1030000000
     
    Polybutylene Housing with Lockout
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306008.17"5.29"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K71000000
     
    Polybutylene Housing with Lockout, Power Indicator
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306008.2"5.3"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K106000000
     

    Washdown Enclosed Disconnect Switches

    Image of Product. Power Pole. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Washdown Enclosed Disconnect Switches.
    Image of Product. Neutral Pole. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Washdown Enclosed Disconnect Switches.

    Power Pole

    Neutral Pole

    These switches cut power and keep it isolated to prevent equipment from starting up during inspection and maintenance.
    Use additional power poles to control more than three circuits. Add neutral poles to open and close the neutral leg of a three phase system.
    Maintained SwitchAbout Maintained Switch
    Image of Product. Switch with Lockout and Stainless Steel Housing. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Washdown Enclosed Disconnect Switches, Stainless Steel Housing, 3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout.

    Switch with Lockout

    and Stainless Steel

    Housing

    Lockout—Switches with lockout secure in the off position with a padlock with a maximum shackle diameter of 5/16” (not included).
    IP66 Enclosure Rating—The IP66 rated housing not only shields these switches from washdowns but also makes them durable enough to be mounted outside of an electrical panel.
    Switching
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Switch
    Designation
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Ht.
    Wd.
    For Max. Padlock
    Shackle Dia.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Stainless Steel Housing with Red Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout
    306003PST
    Single (1 hp @ 120V AC)
    Single (1 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (5 hp @ 240V AC)
    7 7/8"5 15/16"5/16"Screw TerminalIP66
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    6759K610000000
     
    Accessories for Disconnect Switches

    Hazardous Location Enclosed Disconnect Switches

    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Hazardous Location Enclosed Disconnect Switches, Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing, 3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Style A.

    Style A

    With a housing that’s designed to contain an explosion, these switches are safe to use in areas where ignitable concentrations of flammable or combustible gas, dust, or fibers may be present. Use them to cut power and keep it isolated, so equipment won’t accidentally start up during inspection or maintenance.
    Maintained SwitchAbout Maintained Switch
    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. Disconnect Switches. Hazardous Location Enclosed Disconnect Switches, Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing, 3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout, Style A.

    Style A

    Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing—Made from aluminum, these switches also resist corrosion in wet or oily areas.
    Lockout—Switches have a lockout, so you can secure them in the off position with a padlock (not included).
    Hazardous Location Rating—They meet NEC Class I Div. 1 and 2, Groups B, C, D, and Class II, Div. 1 and 2, Groups E, F, and G.
    Switching
    Style
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Switch
    Designation
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Ht.
    Wd.
    For Max. Padlock
    Shackle Dia.
    Wire
    Connection
    Hazardous Location Rating
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Gray Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing with Red Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled with Lockout
    A306003PST
    Three (30 hp @ 600V AC)8 1/16"5 3/4"5/16"Screw TerminalNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups B, C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEC Zone 1 Groups IIB, IIA
    NEMA 4X
    NEMA 7
    NEMA 9
    CSA Certified, CSA-US Certified
    7857N11000000000
     

    Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Enclosed Motor Switches.
    These switches are housed in a plastic enclosure. Since they’re already protected, you can mount them to a wall if there’s no space left in your electrical panel. You can also turn them into a handheld control and move them around your workstation by attaching a cord and cord grip. The enclosure is plastic, so it won’t swell in moist environments. Easy to operate even if you’re wearing gloves, flip the toggle switch up and down. Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or with lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Toggle Switch Actuator
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    30600Plastic4.2"2.8"Screw TerminalIndoor OnlyNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K31000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    30600Plastic4.2"2.8"Screw TerminalIndoor OnlyNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K21000000
     

    Enclosure Disconnect Switches

    Install these switches inside an enclosure to prevent it from opening when power is on—turn the switch to disconnect power and release the door. Cut the shaft to fit the enclosure. Use a padlock (not included) to lock switches in the off position.
    Use additional power poles to control more than three circuits. Add neutral poles to open and close the neutral leg of a three-phase system.
    Switches with Lockout and Fuse Holder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Disconnect Switches. Enclosure Disconnect Switches, Switches with Lockout and Fuse Holder.
    Switches with a fuse holder are used where overload protection is needed. When the current exceeds the fuse's rating, the fuse will blow, interrupting the circuit to prevent the switch from overheating, breaking, or causing a fire.
    Mounting Depth—Mount to DIN rail inside an enclosure; mounting depth is the distance from the panel door to the DIN rail.
    Enclosure Rating—All meet at least one safety standard.
    Switches
    Replacement
    Shafts
    Replacement
    Shaft Bases
    Switching
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    For No.
    of Fuses
    For Fuse
    UL Class
    Ht.
    Wd.
    For DIN
    Rail Ht., mm
    Mounting Dp.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Gray Plastic Housing with Black Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled—For 1 15/32" Dia. Panel Cutouts
    30600Single (Not Rated)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (20 hp @ 600V AC)
    3J5 11/32"5 7/8"357 7/8" to 20 9/16"IP20
    7277K30100000007277K2060000007277K207000000
     
    Yellow Plastic Housing with Red Actuator
     
    3 Circuits Controlled—For 1 15/32" Dia. Panel Cutouts
    30600Single (Not Rated)
    Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (20 hp @ 600V AC)
    3J5 11/32"5 7/8"357 7/8" to 20 9/16"IP20
    7277K3020000007277K206000007277K20700000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Disconnect Switches

    Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Motor Switches, Toggle Switch Actuator.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Motor Switches, Lever Actuator.

    Toggle

    Switch

    Actuator

    Lever Actuator

    Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or to control lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Toggle Switch Actuator—Toggle switches work like a traditional light switch—just flip the toggle up or down. Even if you’re wearing thick gloves, they’re easy to actuate.
    Lever Actuator—Lever switches aren’t easily activated by accident, since you have to grab and twist the lever on or off. They’re useful in crowded or high-traffic spaces where they might be bumped into.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Toggle Switch Actuator
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    306003.7"1.8"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K33000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306003.7"1.8"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K2300000
     
    Lever Actuator
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306003.8"2.25"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N15000000
     

    Raintight Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Raintight Enclosed Motor Switches.
    Start and stop motors outdoors and in other wet environments. Rated NEMA 3R, these switches seal out rain and light splashes. They’re housed in a protective aluminum enclosure, so you don’t need to mount them inside an electrical panel. The enclosure is lighter in weight than stainless steel enclosures yet still stands up to water and oil.
    In addition to turning motors on and off, these switches work with other circuits, such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Maintained
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    30600Aluminum5.8"4.5"Screw TerminalOutdoor, WetNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    UL 94 V-2
    7657K34000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    30600Aluminum5.8"4.5"Screw TerminalOutdoor, WetNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    UL 94 V-2
    7657K24000000
     

    Hazardous Location Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Hazardous Location Enclosed Motor Switches.
    Safely turn motors on and off near ignitable gases and dust—the housing on these switches seals in anything that could ignite flammable material. Made from aluminum, the housing is lightweight and durable. It guards against water, oil, and other materials that could cause damage. Even in harsh conditions, there’s no need to mount these switches inside an electrical panel.
    You need to grip and twist the lever to actuate these switches, so they won’t accidentally turn on or off if something bumps into them. In addition to starting and stopping motors, they work with other circuits, such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They don’t provide overload protection.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Hazardous Location Rating
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Lever Actuator
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    30600Painted Aluminum6.5"3"Screw TerminalHazardousNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEMA 7, NEMA 9
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K320000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    30600Painted Aluminum6.5"3"Screw TerminalHazardousNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEMA 7, NEMA 9
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K22000000
     
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