Eaton Crouse-Hinds EDS218 GB Snap Switch Control - Class I

Feature → Business Impact → Application: The EDS218 GB provides 20A switching at 120-277V with a 3/4" hub, enabling reliable control of moderate loads in hazardous zones while minimizing wiring complexity and panel footprint. This translates to faster installation, reduced labor costs, and improved overall equipment reliability in process plants and mining operations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Feraloy iron alloy housing delivers rugged, corrosion-resistant protection in aggressive environments, extending service life and lowering maintenance intervals for critical control stations in oil refining, petrochemical processing, and chemical plants. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Class I, Division 1, Group B rating, NEC/CEC compliance, and a NEMA 3, 7, 9 enclosure provide robust protection against dust, water ingress, and arc fault scenarios, ensuring safe operation and regulatory compliance in hazardous locations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Single-gang, two-pole, dead-end configuration with an integrated 3/4" hub supports compact installation in control panels and junction boxes, enabling standardized mounting across multiple machines and reducing retrofit risk in existing automation lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With switch functionality and a clearly defined trade size, the EDS218 GB simplifies replacement and maintenance workflows for maintenance teams, while aligning with installation instructions and industry best practices documented by Eaton. These features collectively boost uptime, improve safety, and deliver predictable lifecycle costs in high-risk industrial environments.