GE0160BT4 - 4P SWITCH DISCONNECTOR W/BS FUSE HOLDER

Why Choose the GE0160BT4?

Lovato’s GE0160BT4 is a four-pole switch disconnector with BS fuse holder for dependable AC isolation and protection. Rated Ith 160 A, Ui 800 V and Uimp 8 kV, it supports AC21A, AC22A and AC23A duties. Screw-on-plate installation, frontal IP20 protection and a 100 kA conditional short-circuit rating suit demanding industrial control and power distribution environments.

Operating currents include AC21A 160 A up to 690 V, AC22A 160 A (125 A at 690 V), and AC23A 160 A at 400 V (125 A at 500 V, 100 A at 690 V). With 10,000 mechanical cycles, -25 to 55 °C operation and max 13 Nm terminal torque, it meets IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-3, Pollution Degree 3, to 3,000 m altitude.

Key Benefits

• Four-pole AC isolation with integrated BS fuse holder.
• Ith 160 A and Ui 800 V for heavy-duty applications.
• High conditional short-circuit current rating of 100 kA.
• AC21A/AC22A/AC23A performance up to 690 V.
• IP20 frontal protection enhances operator safety.
• Durable 10,000-cycle mechanical life for long service.
• Wide operating temperature range from -25 to 55 °C.

Technical Specification

• Product type designation: GE
• Number of poles: 4
• Operating voltage type: AC
• Ith (IEC): 160 A
• Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 800 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 8 kV
• Operating current Ie AC21A 400 V: 160 A
• Operating current Ie AC21A 500 V: 160 A
• Operating current Ie AC21A 690 V: 160 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 400 V: 160 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 500 V: 160 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 690 V: 125 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 400 V: 160 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 500 V: 125 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 690 V: 100 A
• Power dissipation per pole (max): 12 W
• Rated operational power AC23A 400 V: 90 kW
• Rated operational power AC23A 690 V: 90 kW
• Conditional short-circuit current (rms): 100 kA
• Making capacity AC23A 400 V: 1600 A
• Breaking capacity AC23A 400 V: 1280 A
• Mechanical life: 10000 cycles
• Terminal tightening torque (max): 13 Nm
• Operating temperature: -25 to 55 °C
• Storage temperature: -40 to 70 °C
• Max altitude: 3000 m
• IP degree (frontal): IP20
• Pollution degree: 3

What’s Included

• GE0160BT4 4-pole switch disconnector with BS fuse holder
• Manufacturer datasheet (downloadable via source URL)

Applications

• Industrial control panels and power distribution boards
• Motor feeders and mixed loads within AC23A duty categories
• Main or emergency isolation in machinery and switchgear assemblies
• AC circuits up to 690 V within stated operating currents

Safety note: Install and commission only by qualified personnel. Select appropriate BS fuses to suit the application, de-energise circuits before work, and follow IEC/EN 60947 guidance and specified torque values.