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GX20E51U Lovato 1P 3POS SWITCH GX2051U 48X48 HAND-O-AUTO
Lovato GX20E51U is a compact 2-pole three-position Hand-Off-Auto rotary cam switch with front mounting and a 48 × 48 mm format for manual and automatic control selection in industrial machinery and automation systems.
£17.10
Why Choose the Lovato GX20E51U Hand-Off-Auto Rotary Cam Switch?
The Lovato GX20E51U is a compact three-position Hand-Off-Auto rotary cam switch designed for manual and automatic control selection in industrial machinery, motor control panels and automation systems. Part of the Lovato GX20 rotary cam switch series, it provides a straightforward operator interface for selecting between manual operation, an off state and automatic control.
The GX20E51U features a 2-pole, 3-position switching configuration with front mounting for convenient integration into electrical control panels. Its Hand-Off-Auto function is particularly useful for installations where equipment must be operated locally during commissioning or maintenance and then returned to automatic operation under a PLC, controller or other automation system.
With its compact 48 × 48 mm front format, the GX20E51U provides a space-efficient solution for machine builders and panel manufacturers. The rotary cam mechanism provides positive mechanical position selection, helping operators clearly identify and select the required operating mode.
Key Advantages
- Convenient Hand-Off-Auto three-position control for industrial equipment.
- 2-pole switching configuration provides flexible control-circuit operation.
- Compact 48 × 48 mm front format for space-efficient panel installation.
- Front-mounted design provides easy operator access.
- Positive rotary cam action provides clear and repeatable position selection.
- Ideal for switching between local manual and automatic machine control.
Key Features
- Lovato GX20 series rotary cam switch.
- Hand-Off-Auto switching function.
- 3-position rotary operation.
- 2-pole switching configuration.
- 20 A class rotary cam switch platform.
- 48 × 48 mm front dimensions.
- Front-mounted configuration for control panels.
- Positive mechanical cam switching mechanism.
- Suitable for manual/automatic control selection.
- Designed for industrial machinery and automation applications.
Reliable Hand-Off-Auto Control for Industrial Automation
Hand-Off-Auto rotary switches such as the Lovato GX20E51U allow operators to select how connected machinery or control equipment is operated. The Hand position can provide local manual control, the Off position disables the selected control circuit, and the Auto position allows operation to be governed by an external controller, PLC or automation system.
This arrangement is widely used in motor control centres, pump and fan systems, process machinery and automated production equipment. The GX20E51U combines clearly defined operating positions with a compact panel-mounted format, making it suitable for machine builders and control-panel manufacturers requiring dependable manual-to-automatic mode selection.
Typical Applications
- Motor control panels and control centres.
- Pump and fan control systems.
- HVAC and building-services equipment.
- Industrial machinery and production systems.
- PLC-controlled automation equipment.
- OEM machinery requiring Hand-Off-Auto mode selection.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | Lovato GX | |
|---|---|---|
| Poles | 2-pole | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | GX20 | |
| Model | GX20E51U | |
| Product type | Rotary cam selector switch | |
| Switching function | Hand-Off-Auto | |
| Number of positions | 3 | |
| Number of poles | 2 | |
| Current class | 20 A | |
| Mounting type | Front mounting | |
| Front dimensions | 48 × 48 mm | |
| Operating method | Manual rotary operation | |
| Application | Manual / off / automatic control selection |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato GX20E51U used for?
The Lovato GX20E51U is used to select between manual, off and automatic operating modes in industrial machinery, motor control panels and automation systems.
How many positions does the Lovato GX20E51U have?
The GX20E51U has three operating positions for Hand-Off-Auto control selection.
How many poles does the GX20E51U have?
The Lovato GX20E51U has a 2-pole switching configuration, allowing two circuit paths to be controlled by the rotary cam mechanism.
What are the front dimensions of the Lovato GX20E51U?
The GX20E51U has a compact 48 × 48 mm front format for installation in industrial control panels and machinery.
What does Hand-Off-Auto mean on the GX20E51U?
Hand-Off-Auto allows the operator to select local manual operation, an off state or automatic operation controlled by an external PLC, controller or automation system.
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Lovato Electric GX rotary cam switches provide panel builders, machine manufacturers and automation engineers with dependable manual control, clearly defined operating positions and practical integration into industrial electrical systems.
