OT1000E03CP ABB 3-Pole 1000 A Manual Change-over Switch

OT1000E03CP ABB 3-Pole 1000 A Manual Change-over Switch

ABB OT1000E03CP is a 3-pole 1000 A manual open-transition I-O-II change-over switch designed for heavy-duty industrial and commercial power source switching applications.

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Why Choose the ABB OT1000E03CP Manual Change-over Switch?

The ABB OT1000E03CP is a heavy-duty 3-pole 1000 A manual change-over switch designed for reliable manual transfer between two electrical power sources. As part of the ABB OT Change-over Switches range, it provides I-O-II operation with a stable OFF position for industrial power distribution, switchboards and critical supply change-over applications.

Designed for open-transition switching, the OT1000E03CP disconnects one source before connecting the alternative source. The switch is supplied with a black plastic IP65 I-O-II pistol handle, operating shaft and bolt set for cable connection. The operating handle can be padlocked in the O position, with door interlocking available in the I and II positions and when padlocked.

With a rated operational current of 1000 A and a 3-pole configuration, the OT1000E03CP is engineered for demanding low-voltage power distribution systems. At 400–415 V, it provides an AC-23A utilisation rating of 1000 A / 560 kW, making it suitable for high-current switching duties in industrial and commercial electrical installations.

Key Advantages

  • Heavy-duty 1000 A manual change-over switch for power distribution applications.
  • 3-pole configuration for three-phase electrical systems.
  • I-O-II open-transition operation with a stable OFF position.
  • Supplied with a black plastic IP65 pistol handle, operating shaft and cable connection bolt set.
  • Handle is padlockable in the O position for secure isolation.
  • High-performance switching with an AC-23A rating of 1000 A / 560 kW at 400–415 V.

Key Features

  • ABB OT Change-over Switches series.
  • 1000 A rated operational current.
  • 3-pole manual change-over configuration.
  • I-O-II switching with open transition and stable OFF position.
  • 1000 V rated operational voltage.
  • 12 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
  • 50 kA for 1 s rated short-time withstand current.
  • Base-mounted construction for switchboard and electrical-panel installations.

Reliable Manual Power Source Change-over

Manual change-over switches provide a controlled method of transferring an electrical load between two power sources. The ABB OT1000E03CP uses open-transition I-O-II operation, ensuring the connected source is disconnected before the alternative source is connected and providing a stable OFF position between the two operating states.

The OT series is designed for demanding electrical distribution environments where dependable isolation and source selection are required. The OT1000E03CP combines high-current switching capability with mechanical interlocking and padlocking features, making it suitable for main distribution boards, generator change-over systems and industrial power installations.

Typical Applications

  • Main electrical distribution switchboards.
  • Mains-to-generator manual change-over systems.
  • Industrial power distribution installations.
  • Commercial and infrastructure electrical systems.
  • Backup and alternative power source selection.
  • OEM switchboards and high-current control panels.

Technical Specifications

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Mounting Type Base mounting
Operation Manual
Device Type Manual changeover switch
Series OT Change-over Switches
Product type Manual change-over switch
Rated current 1000 A
Number of poles 3
Switch positions I-O-II
Transition type Open transition with stable OFF position
Rated operational voltage 1000 V
Rated insulation voltage 1000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage 12 kV
AC-21A / AC-22A rated current at ≤415 V 1000 A
Rated apparent power at 400 V 680 kVA
AC-23A rating at 400–415 V 1000 A / 560 kW
Rated short-time withstand current 50 kA rms for 1 s
Mounting type Base mounting
Operating handle Black plastic IP65 I-O-II pistol handle
Handle locking Padlockable in O position
Door interlocking Available in I and II positions and when padlocked
Dimensions (H × W × D) approx. 306 × 400 × 309 mm
Weight approx. 48 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABB OT1000E03CP used for?

The ABB OT1000E03CP is a manual change-over switch used to transfer a three-phase electrical load between two power sources in industrial and commercial power distribution systems.

What is the rated current of the ABB OT1000E03CP?

The OT1000E03CP has a rated operational current of 1000 A for heavy-duty power switching applications.

How many poles does the OT1000E03CP have?

The ABB OT1000E03CP is a 3-pole change-over switch designed for three-phase electrical systems.

What type of change-over operation does the OT1000E03CP provide?

The switch provides I-O-II open-transition operation with a stable OFF position, disconnecting one supply before the alternative supply is connected.

Does the ABB OT1000E03CP include an operating handle?

Yes. The OT1000E03CP is supplied with a black plastic IP65 I-O-II pistol handle, operating shaft and bolt set for cable connection, with the handle padlockable in the O position.

Trusted ABB Change-over Switching

ABB OT manual change-over switches are designed for dependable power source selection and isolation in demanding electrical distribution applications, combining robust switching performance with flexible installation and operating features.