ABB 1SCA162532R1001 Switch Disconnector - IEC 60947-3
Part Number: 1SCA162532R1001
Quick Summary
ABB 1SCA162532R1001 is a switch disconnector for front-operated isolation in industrial panels. In demanding control cabinets, reliable isolation minimizes downtime during maintenance and testing. The device meets IEC 60947-3, carries CE conformity and UL/cUL certification, and provides Front IP20 protection for rugged factory environments. With 3 poles mounted on a door and screw-terminals, it supports easy field wiring and up to 4 NO/4 NC auxiliary contacts for expanded control logic. Its compact footprint and durable design help streamline panel layouts and spare parts management, while regulatory declarations and CMRT/EPD data support sustainable sourcing and compliance programs. This makes it a dependable choice for machine builders seeking predictable performance across 415–800 V mains.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SCA162532R1001 ABB: OT Plus Switch disconnector series. 3-pole front operated door mounted switch disconnector. The switch disconnector has inbuilt screw terminals. Handle is not included.
End Of Life Disassembling Instructions
OT Plus Switch Disconnectors OT(C)30...160G3- Disassembly Instructions
Environmental Information
PEP, EPD, OT30-160G3
Environmental Product Declaration - EPD
PEP, EPD, OT30-160G3
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
OT Plus switch-disconnectors catalogue | Switches, Switch-disconnectors OT and OTM. Catalogue OT8GB 07-07
Instructions and Manuals
OT Plus Switch Disconnectors OT30...160G3-
Mechanical Drawings
OT30_160G3_3DS.stp
Environmental Product Declaration - EPD
PEP, EPD, OT30-160G3
Degree of Protection
Front IP20
Environmental Information
PEP, EPD, OT30-160G3
Pollution Degree
3
Minimum Order Quantity
1 piece
Customs Tariff Number
85363090
Country of Origin
Finland (FI)
Product Net Width
70 mm
Product Net Height
102.5 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
70 mm
Product Net Weight
0.412 kg
Package Level 1 Units
box 1 piece
Package Level 1 Width
76 mm
Package Level 1 Depth / Length
109 mm
Package Level 1 Height
74 mm
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
0.462 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
6417019925653
Package Level 2 Units
box 10 piece
Package Level 2 Width
398 mm
Package Level 2 Depth / Length
280 mm
Package Level 2 Height
93 mm
Package Level 2 Gross Weight
4.62 kg
Connecting Capacity Main Circuit
Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x Cu 2.5…4 mm² | Solid 1/2x Cu 2.5…6 mm² | Flexible 1x Cu 2.5…70 mm² | Flexible 2x Cu 2.5…25 mm² | Stranded 1x Cu 2.5…70 mm² | Stranded 2x Cu 2.5…25 mm²
Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith)
160 A
Conventional Thermal Current (Ithe)
160 A
Degree of Protection
Front IP20
Handle Type
Handle not included
Maximum Mounted Auxiliary Contacts
4 NO, 4 NC
Mechanical Durability
Nr. Operations 100000
Mounting Type
Door mounting
Number of Poles
3P
Operating Mode
Front operated
Pollution Degree
3
Position of Line Terminals
Top In - Bottom Out | Bottom In - Top Out
Power Loss
at Rated Operating Conditions per Pole 7.3 W
Rated Conditional Short-Circuit Current (Inc)
(160 A fuse, 400 V) 5 kA | (125 A fuse, 415 V) 50 kA | (80 A fuse, 690 V) 50 kA
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)
8 kV
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui)
acc. to IEC 60947-1 800 V
Rated Operational Current AC-21A (Ie)
(415 V) 160 A | (690 V) 125 A | (800 V AC) 80 A
Rated Operational Current AC-22A (Ie)
(415 V) 160 A | (690 V) 125 A | (800 V) 63 A
Rated Operational Current AC-23A (Ie)
(415 V) 125 A | (690 V) 63 A
Rated Operational Power AC-23A (Pe)
(415 V) 55 kW | (690 V) 55 kW
Rated Operational Voltage
Main Circuit 800 V
Rated Short-Circuit Making Capacity (Icm)
(690 V) 4.8 kA
Rated Short-time Withstand Current Low Voltage (Icw)
for 1 s 2.5 kA | for 0.2 s 3.3 kA
Recommended Screw Driver
Main Circuit Hexagon 4
Special Functions
No
Standards
IEC60947-3
Switches Operating Mechanism
Mechanism on Top of the Switch
Terminal Type
Screw Terminals
Tightening Torque
acc. IEC 60947-1 6 N·m
Wire Stripping Length
Main Circuit 16-18 mm | Main Circuit 0.63-0.71 in
Wire Stripping Length
Main Circuit 16-18 mm | Main Circuit 0.63-0.71 in
Recommended Screw Driver
Main Circuit Hexagon 4
Tightening Torque
acc. IEC 60947-1 6 N·m
Tightening Torque UL/CSA
UL 53 lbf·in
CCC Certificate
CCC declaration / Switch-disconnectors OT30-160G3
Declaration of Conformity - CE
Declaration of Conformity / OT30-160G3
UL Certificate
cULus certificate OT_OTC30-100G3
Object Classification Code
Q
ETIM 8
EC000216 - Switch disconnector
ETIM 9
EC000216 - Switch disconnector (low voltage)
UNSPSC
39122233
IDEA Granular Category Code (IGCC)
5290 >> Disconnect switch
eClass
V11.1 : 27371403
WEEE Category
5. Small Equipment (No External Dimension More Than 50 cm)
E-Number (Finland)
3642580
E-Number (Sweden)
3172172
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 3P front-operated design with screw terminals enables straightforward wiring in compact control panels, reducing installation time and the risk of wiring errors, which translates to faster commissioning on assembly lines and packaging equipment. This design supports reliable isolation during maintenance, lowering downtime and boosting overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 800 V insulation capability and 160 A Ith/Ie rating deliver robust performance for modern machine controls, enabling safe operation across a broad mains range and enabling panel builders to standardize components across high and medium voltage segments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Front IP20 protection combined with 3 poles improves environmental resilience in factory floors, tolerating dusty environments and routine exposure while preserving serviceability and inspection access. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The option for up to 4 NO and 4 NC auxiliary contacts simplifies interlock schemes and control logic, reducing panel complexity and improving diagnostic visibility during fault conditions in conveyors and automated lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The device’s durability—100000 mechanical operations and a 6 N·m tightening torque—supports long service life with predictable maintenance planning, lowering lifecycle costs for OEMs and end users. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Documentation and declarations (CMRT, EPD, REACH, RoHS) support compliance programs and responsible sourcing, enabling procurement teams to meet sustainability targets without compromising performance. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 3-pole, door-mount configuration aligns with standard ABB OT Plus switch-disconnectors, ensuring compatibility with existing switchgear inventories and mechanical drawings, which minimizes spare part SKUs and accelerates project timelines.
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FAQs
Install as a door-mounted 3P unit with screw terminals. Use the recommended Main Circuit Hexagon 4 driver, tighten to 6 N·m, and wire up to 70 mm² conductors. The unit supports 4 NO/4 NC auxiliary contacts for expanded control logic and is designed for front operation with IP20 protection for safe panel isolation.
Rated operational current Ie up to 160 A at main circuit voltages up to 800 V, with Ith also 160 A. Uimp is 8 kV, and power loss is 7.3 W per pole. It accepts flexible and solid conductors from 2.5 to 70 mm², with screw terminals and a tightening torque of 6 N·m.
Yes. It is designed to IEC 60947-3 compliant switch-disconnector functionality, supports front-operated isolation, has IP20 protection, and is compatible with 3P configurations and auxiliary contact options, making it well-suited for machine safety circuits and controlled shutdown procedures.
It includes CE Declaration of Conformity, UL/cUL certification for OT_OTC30-100G3, RoHS information and status, Reach Declaration, CMRT, and Environmental Product Declarations (EPD/PEP). CCC and additional standards references (IEC 60947-3) are provided to support regulatory compliance and sustainable sourcing.
Mechanical durability is rated at 100,000 operations, with a robust 3P door-mount design and IP20 protection. Regular torque checks, inspection of screw terminals, and periodic verification of auxiliary contacts will help maintain reliability and minimize unexpected downtime in production lines.