GE0500 - 3P SWITCH DISCONNECTOR

Why Choose the GE0500?

Lovato GE0500 is a rugged three‑pole switch disconnector designed for reliable isolation in demanding AC applications. With an IEC conventional free air thermal current (Ith) of 500 A, the GE0500 delivers secure manual switching and disconnection for panels and switchboards. Rated insulation voltage Ui is 1000 V with 12 kV impulse withstand, giving ample headroom for industrial environments. Screw‑on‑plate installation simplifies panel assembly and integration.

Engineered for performance, this switch disconnector carries AC21A and AC22A operating currents up to 500 A from 400–690 V, and AC23A ratings of 500 A at 400 V, 400 A at 500 V, and 250 A at 690 V. It offers a conditional short‑circuit current of 100 kA with gG500 fuse protection, IP20 frontal protection, and 10,000 mechanical cycles. Operates from −25 to 55 °C up to 3000 m, conforming to IEC/EN 60947‑1/‑3.

Key Benefits

• High 500 A Ith for heavy-duty isolation and switching
• AC21A/AC22A/AC23A performance for diverse resistive and motor loads
• Ui 1000 V and 12 kV Uimp withstand for industrial reliability
• 100 kA conditional short-circuit rating with gG500 fuse
• IP20 frontal protection enhances operator safety
• Screw-on-plate mounting streamlines panel build time
• -25 to 55 °C operation, up to 3000 m altitude
• Proven mechanical life of 10,000 switching cycles

Technical Specification

• Product type designation: GE
• Number of poles: 3
• Operating voltage type: AC
• Ith (IEC): 500 A
• Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 1000 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 12 kV
• Operating current Ie AC21A 400 V: 500 A
• Operating current Ie AC21A 500 V: 500 A
• Operating current Ie AC21A 690 V: 500 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 400 V: 500 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 500 V: 500 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 690 V: 400 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 400 V: 500 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 500 V: 400 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 690 V: 250 A
• Power dissipation per pole (max): 22 W
• Rated operational power AC23A 400 V: 220 kW
• Rated operational power AC23A 690 V: 239 kW
• Conditional short-circuit current (rms): 100 kA
• Short-circuit protection fuse: gG500
• Making capacity AC23A 400 V: 5000 A
• Breaking capacity AC23A 400 V: 4000 A
• Mechanical life: 10000 cycles
• 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

• Lovato GE0500 three-pole switch disconnector unit
• Manufacturer documentation and datasheet (download)
• Warranty and conformity information from manufacturer

Applications

• Main isolation in industrial control panels and switchboards
• Load switching for resistive and mixed AC loads (AC21A/AC22A)
• Motor circuit isolation and load breaking (AC23A duty)
• Maintenance lock-off and emergency isolation procedures
• Power distribution cabinets up to 690 V AC

Safety note: Install and commission only by qualified personnel. Isolate the supply before work, protect with the specified gG500 fuse, and observe all stated ratings, temperatures, and altitude limits.