Eaton Crouse-Hinds EDSC3240 Snap Switch Control - Hazardous
Part Number: EDSC3240
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
EDSC3240
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds EDSC3240 Snap Switch Control Station delivers rugged, reliable control in hazardous locations. Engineers often struggle with sealed enclosures, thru-feed wiring, and meeting strict NEC/CEC certifications in busy plant environments. This model is rated for Hazardous/Classified Locations with NEC hazardous ratings and a NEMA 3/7/9 enclosure, aligning with safety standards. Factory sealed, two 1-inch hubs, and a two-gang, four-pole design streamline installation, improving reliability and lifetime cost for automation panels.
Product Information
Extended Description
EDSC3240 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series EDS snap switch control station, 20A, With switch, With two 1" hubs, Feraloy iron alloy, 2, Two-gang, Four-pole, 120-277V, Factory sealed, Through feed, 4-way, 1", 120-277 Vac
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series EDS snap switch control station
Catalog Number
EDSC3240
Product Length/Depth
5.06 in
Product Height
5.875 in
Product Width
7.19 in
Product Weight
15.35 lb
UPC
782274766003
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class I, Division 2 Class II, Division 1 Class II, Division 2 Class III
NEMA Rating
3 7 9
Enclosure type
With switch
Trade size
1"
Number Of Poles
Four-pole
Switch function
4-way
Number of gangs
Two-gang
Style
Through feed
Voltage rating
120-277 Vac
Amperage Rating
20A
Hub style
With two 1" hubs
Number of devices
2
Primary voltage range
120-277V
Material
Feraloy iron alloy
Special features
Factory sealed
EDS and EDSX Fully Assembled Snap Switches catalog page
EDS and EFD Explosionproof Snap Switches UL certification - industrial control panels and assemblies
EDS and EFD Explosionproof Snap Switches UL certification - industrial control panels and assemblies
EDS and EFD Explosionproof Snap Switches UL certification - industrial control panels and assemblies
EDS and EFD Explosionproof Snap Switches UL certification - industrial control panels and assemblies
IF 242 - EDS and EDSC Control Stations
IF 242 - EDS and EDSC Control Stations
Eaton Specification Sheet - EDSC3240
Feature → The EDSC3240 uses a two-gang, four-pole through-feed enclosure with a 1-inch trade size hub layout, enabling two devices to share a compact footprint. Business Impact → This simplifies panel fabrication by reducing wiring complexity and panel depth, speeding installation and reducing labor costs. Application → Ideal for hazardous-location motor control and process sequencing in chemical, petrochemical, and refining environments. Feature → It operates at 120-277 Vac and 20 A, with a four-way switch function. Business Impact → Supports common control circuits without extra transformers, cutting component counts and stockholding. Application → Fits general industrial automation panels, conveyors, and machine tools in hazardous plants. Feature → Two 1-inch hubs enable through-feed wiring and easy conduit connections. Business Impact → Reduces field wiring time and improves reliability by minimizing junctions. Application → Widely used in control stations for large-scale equipment and multi-speed drives in hazardous zones. Feature → Enclosure constructed from Feraloy iron alloy offers high-strength protection. Business Impact → Delivers superior mechanical durability and resistance to harsh environments, lowering replacement cycles. Application → Suitable for mining, metal processing, and oil/gas facilities where equipment endures impact and temperature swings. Feature → Factory-sealed design with NEC/CEC compliance and NEMA ratings 3, 7, 9. Business Impact → Reduces ingress risk and regulatory exposure while extending service life in harsh atmospheres. Application → Use cases include offshore platforms, refineries, and chemical processing plants requiring certified protection.
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FAQs
For hazardous-area applications, ensure an appropriate enclosure and mounting that aligns with NEC/CEC classifications. The EDSC3240 is two-gang, four-pole, with two 1-inch hubs and a through-feed design, enabling clean wiring runs and simplified conduit routing while maintaining a factory-sealed, Class I/II/III compliant configuration.
Yes. The unit is designed for Hazardous/Classified Locations with NEC/CEC standards, including NEC hazardous ratings for Class I, Division 1 and 2, Class II, Division 1 and 2, and Class III, along with a NEMA rating of 3, 7, and 9, ensuring regulatory compliance in extreme environments.
Key specs include 120-277 Vac operation, 20 A amperage rating, a 4-way switch function, trade size 1 inch, two-gang enclosure, and two 1-inch hubs for through-feed wiring, enabling robust control of dual circuits in a single housing.
Ideal for hazardous-location motor control, process sequencing, and machine control in oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, and heavy manufacturing environments where certified protection and reliable, compact control stations are required.
Access installation sheets IF 242 for EDS and EDSC control stations, the EDS/EDSX catalog page, and the Eaton specification sheet for EDSC3240 to guide mounting, wiring, and compliance steps. Availability of UL certifications and NEC/CEC guidance helps ensure proper integration.