GE1600 - 3P SWITCH DISCONNECTOR

Why Choose the GE1600?

Engineered for demanding isolation duties, the Lovato GE1600 three-pole switch disconnector provides reliable manual switching up to 1600 A AC. With Ui 1000 V and Uimp 12 kV, the GE1600 ensures safe separation under AC21A, AC22A and AC23A categories. Screw-on plate mounting simplifies integration in control panels and switchboards requiring robust, compliant isolation.

Built to IEC/EN 60947-1 and 60947-3, this device offers 10,000-cycle mechanical life, IP20 frontal protection and pollution degree 3. Conditional short-circuit current is 72 kA when protected by 2x gG800 fuses. Rated operational power reaches 554 kW at 400 V and 600 kW at 690 V, with operating temperatures from -25 to 55 °C and installation up to 3000 m.

Key Benefits

• 1600 A Ith for high-capacity isolation and switching reliability.
• Proven AC21A/AC22A/AC23A performance across common industrial voltages.
• Ui 1000 V and Uimp 12 kV for robust dielectric strength.
• IP20 frontal protection enhances operator safety in panels.
• Conditional short-circuit withstand 72 kA with 2x gG800 fuses.
• Screw-on plate mounting for straightforward panel integration.
• 10,000 mechanical cycles for long service life.

Technical Specification

• Product type designation: GE
• Number of poles: 3
• Operating voltage type: AC
• Ith (IEC): 1600 A
• Rated insulation voltage Ui (IEC/EN): 1000 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 12 kV
• Operating current Ie AC21A 400 V: 1600 A
• Operating current Ie AC21A 500 V: 1600 A
• Operating current Ie AC21A 690 V: 1600 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 400 V: 1600 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 500 V: 1250 A
• Operating current Ie AC22A 690 V: 1000 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 400 V: 1000 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 500 V: 900 A
• Operating current Ie AC23A 690 V: 630 A
• Power dissipation per pole (max): 128 W
• Rated operational power AC23A 400 V: 554 kW
• Rated operational power AC23A 690 V: 600 kW
• Conditional short-circuit current (rms): 72 kA
• Short-circuit protection fuse: 2x gG800
• Making capacity AC23A 400 V: 10000 A
• Breaking capacity AC23A 400 V: 8000 A
• Mechanical life: 10000 cycles
• Terminal tightening torque (max): 55 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

• Lovato GE1600 three-pole switch disconnector
• Manufacturer datasheet (downloadable via product page)
• Basic installation and safety information

Applications

• Main isolator for industrial switchboards and control panels
• Load switching and isolation for resistive and mixed loads (AC21A/AC22A)
• Inductive load switching within AC23A ratings
• Power distribution panels and process equipment isolation
• Installations up to 3000 m altitude within -25 to 55 °C

Safety note: Installation and operation must be by qualified personnel. De-energise before work, use 2x gG800 fuses as specified, do not exceed 55 Nm terminal torque, and follow IEC/EN 60947 and local regulations.