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7GN12R254U Lovato AUTO/OFF/BYPASS/FREQ.CONV ROTART SWITCH
Lovato 7GN12R254U GN12 series four-position, four-pole front-mounted rotary cam switch for AUTO, OFF, BYPASS and frequency-converter mode selection in industrial control systems.
£21.66
Why Choose the Lovato 7GN12R254U AUTO/OFF/BYPASS/FREQ.CONV Rotary Cam Switch?
The Lovato 7GN12R254U is a specialised four-position, four-pole rotary cam switch designed for industrial control applications requiring selection between AUTO, OFF, BYPASS and FREQ.CONV operating modes. Part of the Lovato GN series, it provides a compact and dependable manual interface for selecting the required operating state of a machine or motor-control system.
With its dedicated four-position switching arrangement, the 7GN12R254U is particularly suited to installations incorporating a frequency converter or variable speed drive alongside a bypass circuit and automatic control system. The clearly defined selector positions allow an operator to choose the required control mode from a single front-mounted rotary switch.
The GN12 platform has a 16 A conventional free-air thermal current rating and uses silver-alloy, double-break contacts for reliable switching performance. The switch is supplied in a front-mounting U version with black handle and 48 × 48 mm front plate, making it suitable for integration into control panels, switchboards and machinery operator interfaces.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated AUTO/OFF/BYPASS/FREQ.CONV selector arrangement for industrial control systems.
- Four switching positions provide multiple operating modes from one selector.
- Four-pole configuration enables simultaneous switching of multiple control circuits.
- 16 A conventional free-air thermal current rating.
- Silver-alloy double-break contacts provide dependable electrical switching.
- Front-mounted construction provides convenient installation in control panels and machine interfaces.
- Compact 48 × 48 mm front plate minimises required panel space.
- Part of Lovato's established GN series rotary cam switch range.
Key Features
- Lovato GN12 series rotary cam switch.
- Four-position selector switch.
- Four-pole switching configuration.
- Positions designated for AUTO, OFF, BYPASS and FREQ.CONV.
- 16 A IEC AC-1 conventional free-air thermal current.
- Front-mounting U version.
- 48 × 48 mm front plate.
- Black rotary operating handle.
- Silver-alloy double-break contacts.
- Direct positive-opening contact action.
- Extended mechanical and electrical operating life.
- Designed for industrial control panels, motor-control systems and machinery.
Frequency Converter and Bypass Mode Selection
Industrial motor-control systems frequently use a frequency converter to provide adjustable motor speed, controlled acceleration and process optimisation. A bypass arrangement can provide an alternative operating path where the application and electrical design permit it. A dedicated rotary cam selector such as the Lovato 7GN12R254U gives the operator a clear physical interface for selecting between the available control modes.
The AUTO/OFF/BYPASS/FREQ.CONV arrangement allows the required state to be selected deliberately, while the four-pole cam mechanism can simultaneously switch several associated control circuits according to the switch's internal contact programme. This makes the 7GN12R254U particularly useful in motor-control panels and automation systems incorporating both frequency-converter and bypass functionality.
Typical Applications
- Variable speed drive and frequency-converter control panels.
- Frequency-converter bypass systems.
- Automatic/manual motor-control installations.
- Pump and fan control panels.
- HVAC motor-control systems.
- Industrial machinery and process equipment.
- Control panels requiring multi-mode rotary selection.
- OEM automation and motor-control assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | Lovato GN | |
|---|---|---|
| Poles | 4-pole | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | GN | |
| Model | 7GN12R254U | |
| Product type | Rotary cam switch | |
| Application | AUTO/OFF/BYPASS/FREQ.CONV mode selection | |
| Number of positions | 4 | |
| Number of poles | 4 | |
| Mounting | Front mounting | |
| Version | U | |
| Operating handle | Black rotary handle | |
| Front plate size | 48 × 48 mm | |
| Conventional free-air thermal current Ith | 16 A | |
| UL/CSA general-use current | 15 A | |
| Maximum IEC AC-23 power at 400 V | 5.5 kW | |
| Contact construction | Silver-alloy double-break contacts | |
| Contact operation | Direct positive opening | |
| Mechanical life | Up to 5 × 106 cycles for the GN platform | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +55°C | |
| Storage temperature | -40 to +70°C | |
| Terminal connection | Screw terminals | |
| Flexible conductor capacity | 1.5–4 mm² | |
| Rigid conductor capacity | 1.5–6 mm² |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato 7GN12R254U used for?
The 7GN12R254U is a four-position rotary cam switch designed for selecting between AUTO, OFF, BYPASS and FREQ.CONV operating modes in compatible industrial control and motor-control systems.
How many positions does the Lovato 7GN12R254U have?
The 7GN12R254U has four selector positions, intended for AUTO, OFF, BYPASS and frequency-converter operating modes.
How many poles does the 7GN12R254U have?
The 7GN12R254U is a four-pole rotary cam switch, allowing multiple circuits to be switched simultaneously according to its internal cam programme.
What is the current rating of the Lovato 7GN12R254U?
The switch is based on the Lovato GN12 platform, which has an IEC conventional free-air thermal current rating of 16 A.
How is the Lovato 7GN12R254U mounted?
The 7GN12R254U is a front-mounted U-version rotary cam switch with a black operating handle and compact 48 × 48 mm front plate for installation on industrial control panels and machinery.
Trusted Rotary Control from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric GN series rotary cam switches provide dependable manual selection for industrial control systems, combining robust cam mechanisms, silver-alloy contacts and versatile switching configurations for machinery, motor control and automation applications.
