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36159000A Woehner 3 pole 20A IP20 Hybrid Switch
Wöhner 36159 OMUS CrossBoard hybrid switch for resistive loads, 20 A UL-rated with CrossLink interface for CrossBoard 125 A, 250 A and 800 A systems.
£485.28
Why Choose the Wöhner 36159 OMUS® CrossBoard® Hybrid Switch?
The Wöhner 36159 is a 3-pole or individually switchable 1-pole hybrid switch designed specifically for UL applications, providing reliable switching of resistive loads up to 20 A. Part of the innovative Wöhner OMUS® CrossBoard® range, it combines solid-state switching with electromechanical contacts to deliver fast switching, low wear and exceptional service life in demanding industrial environments.
Featuring the integrated CrossLink® interface, the 36159 mounts directly onto compatible CrossBoard® 125 A, 250 A and 800 A systems, eliminating unnecessary wiring and reducing installation time. Hybrid switching technology minimises contact erosion while maintaining low heat dissipation during continuous operation, making it ideal for industrial control panels and OEM equipment.
Rated at 20 A for UL applications and suitable for 400 V AC operation, the Wöhner 36159 provides dependable switching for heating elements, lighting circuits and other resistive industrial loads requiring reliable performance and compact installation.
Key Advantages
- Designed for the Wöhner OMUS® CrossBoard® system.
- 20 A UL-rated hybrid switch for resistive loads.
- 3-pole or individually switchable 1-pole operation.
- Integrated CrossLink® interface for rapid installation.
- Hybrid switching technology reduces mechanical contact wear.
- Compatible with CrossBoard® 125 A, 250 A and 800 A systems.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Wöhner.
- Part number: 36159.
- OMUS® CrossBoard® hybrid switch.
- 20 A UL-rated operational current.
- 400 V AC operating voltage.
- Designed for resistive loads.
- 3-pole or individually switchable 1-pole operation.
- Integrated CrossLink® interface.
- Supplied with load and control plug.
- Compact 36 mm wide housing.
Efficient Hybrid Switching for UL Applications
The Wöhner 36159 combines semiconductor switching with mechanical contacts to provide rapid, low-wear switching for resistive loads. By transferring continuous current through mechanical contacts after switching, the device reduces thermal losses while significantly extending operational life compared with conventional switching technologies.
Its CrossLink® interface enables direct installation onto compatible CrossBoard® systems, making it an ideal solution for OEM machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial automation engineers requiring dependable switching performance in UL-compliant installations.
Typical Applications
- Industrial heating systems.
- Lighting control circuits.
- Resistive industrial loads.
- OEM machinery.
- Industrial automation panels.
- CrossBoard® power distribution systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | Wöhner CrossBoard | |
|---|---|---|
| Current | 20 A | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| Manufacturer | Wöhner | |
| Series | OMUS® CrossBoard® | |
| Model | 36159 | |
| MPN | 36159 000A | |
| Product type | Hybrid switch | |
| Rated operational current | 20 A (UL) | |
| Rated operational voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Minimum operating voltage | 42 V AC | |
| Minimum load current | 2 A | |
| Application | Resistive loads | |
| Switching configuration | 3-pole or 1-pole switchable | |
| Interface | CrossLink® | |
| Standards | IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-4-3, UL 60947-1 | |
| Approvals | IEC (CB), UL | |
| System compatibility | CrossBoard® 125 A / 250 A / 800 A | |
| Dimensions (W × H) | 36 × 160 mm | |
| EAN | 4021267361594 | |
| Lifecycle status | Phase-out product | |
| HS Code | 85364900 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Wöhner 36159 used for?
It is a hybrid electronic switch designed for switching resistive loads in UL-compliant industrial CrossBoard® power distribution systems.
What is the current rating?
The Wöhner 36159 is rated for 20 A in UL applications.
Can it switch individual poles?
Yes. It can operate as a 3-pole hybrid switch or as three individually switchable single poles.
Which CrossBoard® systems is it compatible with?
It is compatible with CrossBoard® 125 A, 250 A and 800 A systems via the integrated CrossLink® interface.
Is the Wöhner 36159 approved for UL applications?
Yes. The device is specifically designed for UL applications and complies with UL 60947-1 as well as IEC standards.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Wöhner OMUS® CrossBoard® hybrid switches are trusted by panel builders, OEM manufacturers and automation engineers worldwide for providing reliable switching, simplified installation and long operational life within modern power distribution systems.
