ABB 1SCA138220R1001 Switch-Disconnectors - IEC 60947-3 / UL 98
Part Number: 1SCA138220R1001
Quick Summary
ABB 1SCA138220R1001 Switch-Disconnectors provide safe isolation for 3‑pole main circuits in industrial control panels. Engineers struggle with front-accessibility, wiring reliability, and space constraints in modern switchgear. It meets IEC 60947-3, UL 98, and CSA C22.2 NO.4 with a CE declaration and front IP20 protection. The 3P, front- and side-operated design with screw terminals simplifies installation in compact enclosures. Combined with a robust 160 A rating and proven durability, this device helps reduce maintenance time and downtime. Ideal for automated lines, machine tools, and distribution cabinets, it aligns with RoHS, CMRT, and EPD expectations.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SCA138220R1001 ABB: 3-pole, front operated, door mounted switch-diconnector with protected clamp terminals, handle and shaft are not included
End Of Life Disassembling Instructions
OT160G Disassembling Instruction
Environmental Information
PEI OT160G
Environmental Product Declaration - EPD
PEP, EPD, OT160G_
Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT)
CMRT - Conflict Minerals Reporting Template
REACH Declaration
Reach Declaration / AC Switches and Fusegear
RoHS Information
RoHs Declaration / AC Switches and Fusegear
RoHS Status
Following EU Directive 2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863 July 22, 2019
Toxic Substances Control Act - TSCA
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Declaration / AC Switches and Fusegear
Data Sheet, Technical Information
Switches, Switch-disconnectors OT and OTM. Catalogue OT8GB 07-07
Instructions and Manuals
Switch Disconnectors OT160G
Mechanical Drawings
OT160GT3_model.igs
Environmental Product Declaration - EPD
PEP, EPD, OT160G_
Degree of Protection
Front IP20
Environmental Information
PEI OT160G
Pollution Degree
3
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Customs Tariff Number
85365080
Country of Origin
Finland (FI)
Product Net Width
123 mm
Product Net Height
130 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
75 mm
Product Net Weight
0.8 kg
Package Level 1 Units
box 1 piece
Package Level 1 Width
160 mm | 6.3 in
Package Level 1 Depth / Length
244 mm | 9.6 in
Package Level 1 Height
96 mm | 3.8 in
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
0.9 kg | 1.9 lb
Package Level 1 EAN
6417019666280
Cable Cross-Section
Cu 10 ... 70 mm²
Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith)
Θ = 40 °C 160 A
Conventional Thermal Current (Ithe)
Fully Enclosed 160 A
Degree of Protection
Front IP20
Distance Between Phases
Standard
Handle Type
Handle and shaft not included
Lock Type
No
Mechanical Durability
20000
Mounting Type
Door mounting
Number of Poles
3P
Operating Mode
Front and side operated
Pollution Degree
3
Position of Line Terminals
Top In - Bottom Out | Bottom In - Top Out
Power Loss
at Rated Operating Conditions per Pole 6.5 W
Rated Conditional Short-Circuit Current (Inc)
(200 A fuse, 500 V) 100 kA | (200 A fuse, 690 V) 50 kA
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)
12 kV
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui)
acc. to IEC/EN 60664-1 1000 V
Rated Operational Current AC-21A (Ie)
(380 ... 415 V) 160 A | (500 V) 160 A | (690 V) 160 A
Rated Operational Current AC-22A (Ie)
(380 ... 415 V) 160 A | (500 V) 160 A | (690 V) 160 A
Rated Operational Current AC-23A (Ie)
(380 ... 415 V) 160 A | (500 V) 160 A | (690 V) 160 A
Rated Operational Power AC-23A (Pe)
(220 ... 240 V) 45 kW | (400 ... 415 V) 75 kW | (500 V) 90 kW | (690 V) 132 kW
Rated Operational Voltage
Main Circuit 1000 V
Rated Short-Circuit Making Capacity (Icm)
(690 V) 12 kA
Rated Short-time Withstand Current Low Voltage (Icw)
for 1 s 4 kA
Special Functions
No
Standards
IEC 60947-3 / UL 98 / CSA C22.2 NO.4
Switches Operating Mechanism
Mechanism at the End of the Switch | 30 (Right Side)
Terminal Type
Screw Terminals
Tightening Torque
acc. IEC 60947-1 6 N·m
Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA
600 V
Ampere Rating
125 A
Horsepower Rating UL/CSA
(240 V AC) Single Phase 20 Hp | (440 ... 480 V AC) Single Phase 30 Hp
Tightening Torque
acc. IEC 60947-1 6 N·m
Tightening Torque UL/CSA
53 in·lb
A2L Certificate – IEC
A2L Refrigerant Declaration of Conformity / OT100-125_160G
ATEX Certificate
No certification needed
Declaration of Conformity - CE
Declaration of Conformity / OT100G_, OT125G_, OT160G_
DNV GL Certificate
DNV GL Certificate / OT100-160G_OT160EV-400
UL Certificate
cULus certificate OT160G
VDE Certificate
No certification needed
Object Classification Code
Q
ETIM 8
EC000216 - Switch disconnector
ETIM 9
EC000216 - Switch disconnector (low voltage)
eClass
V11.1 : 27371403
WEEE Category
5. Small Equipment (No External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
Feature: 3-pole, front-operated, door-mounted switch-disconnector with protected clamp terminals. Business Impact: Enables rapid, safe isolation with minimal exposure during servicing and a clean wiring path. Application: Ideal for front-accessible panels in machine tools and packaging lines. Feature: 160 A rated operational current (I_e) across 380–415 V, 500 V, and 690 V. Business Impact: Supports mid-range industrial loads with reliable performance and reduced voltage stress. Application: Suitable for distribution cabinets and motor feeders in manufacturing environments. Feature: Rated insulation voltage of 1000 V and rated impulse withstand voltage of 12 kV. Business Impact: Improves insulation reliability and surge protection in harsh electrical environments. Application: Controls and feeders in energy-intensive automation lines. Feature: Front IP20 protection and screw-terminal connections with a tightening torque of 6 N·m. Business Impact: Enhances enclosure protection, connection durability, and maintenance efficiency. Application: Door-mounted installations inside compact switchgear where space is limited. Feature: Compliance and environmental declarations including IEC 60947-3 / UL 98 / CSA C22.2 NO.4, CE DoC, RoHS, CMRT, EPD. Business Impact: Facilitates global approvals, supply-chain transparency, and sustainability reporting. Application: Panels and machines deployed across multiple regions with strict regulatory requirements.
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FAQs
The device uses door mounting with a front and side operated mechanism, designed for straightforward installation in compact switchgear. The 3P unit integrates screw terminals for dependable wire terminations, enabling quick front-access service and simplified panel wiring in automated lines and machine tool enclosures.
Operational current is 160 A (I_e) across 380–415 V, 500 V, or 690 V. It has a rated insulation voltage of 1000 V and rated impulse withstand voltage of 12 kV. Short-circuit capability is up to 12 kA at 690 V, with a 4 kA short-time withstand for 1 s, supporting reliable protection in demanding processes.
Yes. It is designed for front IP20 protection and complies with IEC 60947-3, UL 98, and CSA C22.2 NO.4. CE declarations accompany the product, and RoHS, CMRT, and EPD documentation support regulatory and sustainability requirements across regional markets.
With 20000 mechanical durability cycles and screw-terminal wiring for secure terminations, maintenance is straightforward and predictable. The front-access design reduces servicing time, while high current ratings help minimize downtime in production lines and reduce total cost of ownership.
Industries such as automotive, plastics, packaging, and general manufacturing benefit from the 3P front-operated switch-disconnector for machine control, distribution cabinets, and power feeders. Its robustness, clear isolation, and compliance features make it suitable for industrial automation, machine tools, and panel-building projects.