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GLD0250T2C3 Lovato 2P SWITCH DISCONNEC. 250A 1000V DC21B
Lovato GLD0250T2C3 is a two-pole 250 A DC switch disconnector rated for DC-21B operation up to 1000 V DC and designed for photovoltaic and high-voltage DC isolation applications.
£224.79
Why Choose the Lovato GLD0250T2C3 2-Pole DC Switch Disconnector?
The Lovato GLD0250T2C3 is a robust two-pole DC switch disconnector designed for photovoltaic and other high-voltage DC isolation applications. Part of the Lovato GLD switch disconnector series, it provides dependable switching and isolation with a conventional free-air thermal current rating of 250 A.
Designed specifically for DC systems, the GLD0250T2C3 is rated for 250 A at up to 1000 V DC in the DC-21B utilisation category. It is also suitable for photovoltaic applications and carries a DCPV-1 operational current rating of 250 A at 600 V and 800 V DC.
The switch supports both direct operation and door-coupled operation, with the appropriate operating handle selected separately. Flexible installation is provided by screw mounting on a plate or 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for integration into photovoltaic combiner equipment, DC distribution panels and industrial electrical enclosures.
Key Advantages
- High-capacity 250 A two-pole DC switch disconnector.
- Rated for DC-21B operation up to 1000 V DC.
- Specifically designed for photovoltaic DC isolation applications.
- Supports direct operation and door-coupled operation.
- Flexible mounting on a plate or 35 mm DIN rail.
- High 1000 V rated insulation voltage for demanding DC systems.
Key Features
- Lovato GLD switch disconnector series.
- 2-pole configuration for DC circuits.
- 250 A IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith at up to 40 °C.
- 250 A DC-21B operational current at 600, 800 and 1000 V DC.
- DCPV-1 photovoltaic utilisation category.
- 1000 V rated insulation voltage Ui.
- Direct-operating and door-coupling capability.
- M8 × 25 power terminals for high-current conductors.
- Suitable for screw mounting or 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Reliable DC Isolation for Photovoltaic Systems
DC switch disconnectors provide a defined means of isolating electrical circuits for operation, maintenance and servicing. The Lovato GLD0250T2C3 is engineered for high-current DC installations where dependable switching performance is required at voltages up to 1000 V DC.
Its photovoltaic suitability, two-pole configuration and flexible direct or door-coupled operating arrangement make it particularly useful for solar power equipment and DC distribution assemblies. The robust terminal system accommodates large conductors required by high-current installations, while flexible mounting simplifies integration into electrical panels and enclosures.
Typical Applications
- Photovoltaic DC isolation systems.
- Solar power distribution equipment.
- PV combiner and distribution panels.
- High-voltage DC electrical panels.
- Industrial DC power distribution systems.
- Electrical enclosures requiring direct or door-coupled isolation.
Technical Specifications
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| Current | 250 A | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Switch Disconnector | |
| Poles | 2-pole | |
| HS Code | 85365080 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | GLD | |
| Model | GLD0250T2C3 | |
| Product type | DC switch disconnector | |
| Application | Photovoltaic and DC isolation | |
| Number of poles | 2 | |
| Operating voltage type | DC | |
| IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith | 250 A at ≤40 °C | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 1000 V | |
| DC-21B operational current | 250 A at 1000 V DC | |
| DCPV-1 operational current | 250 A at 800 V DC | |
| Installation | Screw mounting on plate or 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Normal operating position | Vertical plane | |
| Permitted operating position | Any | |
| Terminal type | M8 × 25 | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 15–22 Nm | |
| IEC conductor section | 70–185 mm² | |
| Conductor capacity | 2/0 AWG to 400 kcmil | |
| Operating temperature | −25 to +55 °C | |
| Storage temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m | |
| Pollution degree | 3 | |
| Standards | IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, IEC/EN/BS 60947-3 | |
| Weight | approx. 1.305 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato GLD0250T2C3 used for?
The GLD0250T2C3 is a two-pole DC switch disconnector designed to provide switching and isolation in photovoltaic and other high-voltage DC electrical systems.
What is the current rating of the GLD0250T2C3?
The switch has an IEC conventional free-air thermal current Ith of 250 A and is rated at 250 A in the DC-21B utilisation category at voltages up to 1000 V DC.
Can the GLD0250T2C3 operate at 1000 V DC?
Yes. The GLD0250T2C3 is rated for 250 A at 1000 V DC under the DC-21B utilisation category.
Is the GLD0250T2C3 suitable for photovoltaic systems?
Yes. Lovato specifically designs the GLD0250T2C3 for photovoltaic applications, and the switch carries DCPV-1 operational ratings for PV DC switching.
How is the GLD0250T2C3 installed?
The switch can be screw-mounted on a plate or installed on a 35 mm DIN rail and supports direct or door-coupled operation with the appropriate handle arrangement.
Trusted for Industrial and Photovoltaic DC Isolation
Lovato Electric GLD switch disconnectors provide dependable high-voltage DC isolation for photovoltaic and industrial power systems, combining robust switching performance with practical panel-mounting and door-coupling options.
