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OT1600E03W8P ABB 1600 A 3-Pole Wide-Phase Switch-Disconnector
ABB 1SCA022871R8970 OT1600E03W8P is a 1600 A 3-pole front-operated switch-disconnector with a 185 mm wide phase distance, supplied with a black IP65 handle, operating shaft and terminal bolt kit for high-current industrial isolation.
£2,218.98
Why Choose the ABB 1SCA022871R8970 OT1600E03W8P Switch-Disconnector?
The ABB 1SCA022871R8970, order code OT1600E03W8P, is a heavy-duty 1600 A, 3-pole switch-disconnector designed for dependable high-current switching and electrical isolation in industrial power distribution systems. As part of the ABB 311027-OT Switches product group, it belongs to ABB's high-performance OT range for switchboards, power distribution assemblies and demanding industrial installations.
The OT1600E03W8P is a front-operated, base-mounted switch-disconnector featuring ABB's wide-phase configuration with a 185 mm phase distance. This increased spacing provides additional clearance between the three phases, making the switch particularly suitable for high-current switchboard layouts requiring wider busbar and terminal separation.
The switch is supplied with a black IP65 operating handle, shaft and terminal bolt kit. Its electrical performance includes a 1600 A AC-21 rating, 1250 A AC-23 rating at 400 V, 710 kW AC-23 switching capability at 400 V, a rated operational voltage of up to 1000 V and a 50 kA short-time withstand current.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty 1600 A switch-disconnector for high-current industrial power systems.
- 3-pole configuration for three-phase switching and isolation.
- Wide 185 mm phase distance for increased spacing between phases.
- 50 kA short-time withstand current for demanding distribution applications.
- Supplied complete with black IP65 operating handle and shaft.
- Terminal bolt kit included for practical switchboard installation.
Key Features
- ABB OT1600 high-performance switch-disconnector series.
- 1600 A rated current.
- 3-pole switching configuration.
- 185 mm phase distance.
- 1600 A AC-21 operational current at 400 V.
- 1250 A AC-23 operational current at 400 V.
- 710 kW AC-23 operational power at 400 V.
- 1000 V rated operational voltage.
- 50 kA short-time withstand current.
- Front-operated configuration.
- Base-mounted construction.
- Black operating handle included.
- IP65 handle protection.
- Operating shaft included.
- Terminal bolt kit included.
- Bolt-type main terminal connections.
Wide-Phase High-Current Isolation
High-current switch-disconnectors provide a dedicated means of manually switching and isolating electrical circuits in industrial distribution systems. The ABB OT1600E03W8P combines a substantial 1600 A rating with a 3-pole, 185 mm wide-phase arrangement, making it particularly useful in switchboards where increased phase spacing is required for busbar routing, terminal connections or system layout.
The W8 designation identifies the 185 mm phase-distance configuration, distinguishing this model from narrower OT1600 wide-phase variants. Supplied with an IP65 handle, operating shaft and terminal bolt kit, the OT1600E03W8P provides a comprehensive mechanical switching arrangement for demanding high-current industrial installations.
Typical Applications
- High-current industrial power distribution.
- Main and sub-main electrical isolation.
- Industrial switchboards with wide phase spacing.
- Busbar-based distribution assemblies.
- Large machinery and production equipment.
- High-power motor and industrial load isolation.
- Manufacturing and process installations.
- Power generation and infrastructure systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Poles | 3-pole | |
|---|---|---|
| Current | 1600 A | |
| Device Type | Switch Disconnector | |
| Power | 710 kW | |
| Product Series | ABB OT | |
| Product group | 311027-OT Switches | |
| Series | OT1600 | |
| Order code | OT1600E03W8P | |
| Product ID / MPN | 1SCA022871R8970 | |
| EAN | 6417019338736 | |
| Product type | Switch-disconnector | |
| Rated current | 1600 A | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Phase distance | 185 mm | |
| Rated operational current AC-21 at 400 V | 1600 A | |
| Rated operational current AC-23 at 400 V | 1250 A | |
| Rated operational power AC-23 at 400 V | 710 kW | |
| Rated operational voltage | up to 1000 V | |
| Rated short-time withstand current (Icw) | 50 kA | |
| Operation | Front operated | |
| Mounting | Base mounted | |
| Main terminal connection | Bolt connection | |
| Handle | Black operating handle included | |
| Handle protection | IP65 | |
| Operating shaft | Included | |
| Terminal bolt kit | Included | |
| Wide-phase designation | W8 | |
| Width | approx. 544.5 mm | |
| Height | approx. 372 mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB 1SCA022871R8970 OT1600E03W8P used for?
The ABB OT1600E03W8P is a 1600 A, 3-pole switch-disconnector designed for high-current switching and electrical isolation in industrial power distribution systems, particularly where a wide phase spacing is required.
What is the phase distance of the ABB OT1600E03W8P?
The OT1600E03W8P has a wide 185 mm phase distance. ABB uses the W8 designation for this 185 mm phase-spacing configuration.
What is the current rating of the ABB OT1600E03W8P?
The OT1600E03W8P is a 1600 A switch-disconnector. Its published performance includes 1600 A AC-21 operational current at 400 V and 1250 A AC-23 operational current at 400 V.
Does the ABB OT1600E03W8P include a handle and shaft?
Yes. The OT1600E03W8P is supplied with a black IP65 operating handle and shaft, and a terminal bolt kit is also included.
What is the short-time withstand current of the ABB OT1600E03W8P?
The OT1600E03W8P has a rated short-time withstand current (Icw) of 50 kA, supporting its use in demanding high-current industrial distribution systems.
Trusted ABB High-Current Switching
ABB OT switch-disconnectors provide dependable high-current switching and electrical isolation for industrial power systems, with the OT1600E03W8P adding a 185 mm wide-phase arrangement for demanding switchboard and busbar installations.
