ABB 1SCA162536R1001 Switch Disconnector - IEC 60947-3
Part Number: 1SCA162536R1001
Quick Summary
ABB 1SCA162536R1001 Switch Disconnector is a four-pole, front-operated isolation device for control panels. Engineers often struggle to secure robust isolation that fits compact enclosures without compromising safety. This model supports IEC 60947-3, CE and UL certifications, and IP20 protection for reliable front mounting. With a 4P configuration and screw-terminal accessibility, it delivers predictable performance in motor control and power distribution, ensuring compliance and uptime. Its door-mounting design simplifies installation in control panels, while the inbuilt screw terminals reduce wiring errors and maintenance time. Its durable construction and documented environmental data support long service life and easy compliance reporting. Designed for OEM and panel builders, it reduces total installed cost through standardized components and common tooling.
Product Information
Extended Description
1SCA162536R1001 ABB: OT Plus Switch disconnector series. 4-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_4DSN2.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
95.5 mm
Product Net Height
102.5 mm
Product Net Depth / Length
70 mm
Product Net Weight
0.534 kg
Package Level 1 Units
box 1 piece
Package Level 1 Width
102 mm
Package Level 1 Depth / Length
109 mm
Package Level 1 Height
74 mm
Package Level 1 Gross Weight
0.596 kg
Package Level 1 EAN
6417019925691
Package Level 2 Units
box 10 piece
Package Level 2 Width
526 mm
Package Level 2 Depth / Length
280 mm
Package Level 2 Height
93 mm
Package Level 2 Gross Weight
5.96 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
Fourth Pole Position
Right Side
Fourth Pole Type
Switched - Simultaneous Function | Switched - Late-break and Early-make
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
4P
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)
3642582
E-Number (Sweden)
3172133
Feature: Four-pole, front-operated design enables a single device to isolate all conductors simultaneously, reducing switch sequencing errors. Business Impact: Improves safety and setup time in control panels; Application: motor starters and feeder circuits in packaging lines, conveyors, and machine controls. Feature: Inbuilt screw terminals simplify wiring and reduce field wiring errors, accelerating installation and maintenance. Business Impact: Lowers commissioning costs and downtime, improves reliability in high-vibration environments; Application: industrial power distribution and machine control cabinets. Feature: 160 A rated current and 800 V rated insulation voltage support broad mains compatibility with safe operation in challenging environments. Business Impact: Improves equipment uptime while enabling future-proof panel designs; Application: feeder circuits and motor control centers across manufacturing lines. Feature: IP20 front protection and 3 pollution degree operating environment specification provide dependable performance in standard indoor control panels. Business Impact: Reduces protective enclosures need and simplifies compliance; Application: door-mounted switch disconnector installations in machine centers. Feature: Auxiliary contacts up to 4 NO and 4 NC enable integrated interlocking and signaling without additional components. Business Impact: Enhances control logic integration and safety interlocks; Application: advanced control schemes and centralized monitoring. Feature: Mechanism on top and flexible fourth pole options support late-make and early-break sequencing for improved safety margins. Business Impact: Enables tailored switching strategies to minimize arcing and wear; Application: complex motor protection sequences and multi-branch circuits. Feature: Mechanical durability rated at 100,000 operations ensures long service life in demanding industrial environments. Business Impact: Lowers total cost of ownership through fewer replacements and reduced maintenance; Application: high-cycle control panels and process lines. Feature: Compliance with IEC 60947-3 and documented CE/UL certifications streamline audits and regulatory adherence. Business Impact: Speeds time-to-market for equipment builds and certified installations; Application: global manufacturing facilities and OEM integrations.
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FAQs
This switch disconnector is door-mounted with a front-operated mechanism designed for 4P configuration. Its dimensions and mounting style (door mounting) support straightforward integration into compact control panels while maintaining safe isolation and clear visibility of the switch state.
Rated operational current is 160 A at 415 V and 690 V, with a rated insulation voltage of 800 V. The device also offers a rated short-circuit making capacity of up to 4.8 kA at 690 V and a rated impulse withstand voltage of 8 kV, suitable for standard industrial applications.
Yes, the product carries CE and UL documentation (UL/cULus), with RoHS and CMRT/EPD environmental information available. It features IP20 front protection and Pollution Degree 3, aligning with typical indoor panel installations and environmental expectations.
It uses screw terminals with a recommended main circuit wire stripping length of 16–18 mm. Tightening torque is 6 N·m, and it supports various conductor sizes, including flexible and solid copper in multiple configurations, ensuring secure, compliant wiring.
With 100,000 mechanical operations, front IP20 protection, and optional fourth-pole configurations, the OT Plus disconnector minimizes maintenance interventions while providing reliable isolation. This combination reduces downtime and extends the service life in high-cycle environments.