Eaton DH224FWK Heavy Duty Fusible Safety Switch - UL Listed
Part Number: DH224FWK
Quick Summary
Eaton DH224FWK heavy duty fusible safety switch provides safe isolation for industrial motors and power distribution. It is designed to streamline maintenance in rugged environments while reducing unplanned downtime. UL Listed certification and a NEMA 4X stainless enclosure ensure safe operation in washdown and coastal facilities, while corrosion resistance enhances long-term reliability. For system integrators and OEMs, this switch offers straightforward field wiring, robust 200 A capacity, and flexible fuse options that scale with mid- to large-size control panels. In short, it combines dependable protection with installation ease to boost efficiency and equipment uptime.
Product Information
Extended Description
DH224FWK Eaton: Eaton Heavy duty single-throw fused safety switch, Corrosion resistant, enhanced visible blade, 200 A, NEMA 4X, Two-pole, Two-wire, 240 V, Max Hp: 15, 25 hp/15, 60 hp/40 hp (1,3PH @ Std fuse/time delay/250 Vdc), #6-300 kcmil Cu/Al
Product Name
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch
Catalog Number
DH224FWK
UPC
786685234885
Product Length/Depth
37.5 in
Product Height
11.5 in
Product Width
19 in
Product Weight
55 lb
Warranty
Eaton Selling Policy 25-000, one (1) year from the date of installation of the Product or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment of the Product, whichever occurs first.
Certifications
UL Listed
Catalog Notes
Contact the Safety Switch Flex Center for availabily of this product
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Enclosure material
304 stainless steel
Fuse class provision
Class H
Fuse configuration
Fusible without neutral
Number Of Poles
Two-pole
Number of wires
2
Type
Heavy duty fusible safety switch
Amperage Rating
200A
HP rating - max
15, 25 hp/15, 60 hp/40 hp (1,3PH @ Std fuse/time delay/250 Vdc)
NEMA rating
NEMA 4X (Stainless)
Voltage rating
240V
Product Category
Heavy Duty, Fusible without neutral
Feature → Business Impact → Application Eaton DH224FWK delivers a 200 A current rating, 240 V operation, and a two-pole design with fusible without neutral, enabling safe isolation of high‑load circuits. This translates to faster maintenance cycles and reduced risk of arc flash during servicing in manufacturing lines and process plants, where reliable shutdown is critical. The 304 stainless steel enclosure with NEMA 4X rating provides corrosion resistance in washdown and coastal environments, extending service life in food & beverage, water treatment, and pharmaceuticals environments. Enhanced visible blade design enables quick status checks, improving field troubleshooting efficiency for reliability engineers. Class H fuse provision supports standardized protection coordination across equipment racks, while compatibility with #6-300 kcmil Cu/Al conductors simplifies wiring for upgrades and retrofits. The unit’s 200 A frame and HP ratings up to 60 hp in three-phase configurations enable scalable protection for motor drives and conveyors. This combination reduces total cost of ownership by lowering maintenance frequency and downtime while meeting stringent safety and regulatory requirements.
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FAQs
The DH224FWK is a two-pole fusible safety switch rated for 200 A at 240 V and designed for straightforward integration into existing panels. It accepts large conductors up to #6-300 kcmil Cu/Al, supports fusible without neutral configurations, and offers field wiring compatibility with standard accessories. This makes retrofits and OEM installations faster, with reduced wiring errors and safer isolation during maintenance.
Key specs include a 200 A amperage rating, 240 V voltage rating, and HP ratings up to 60 hp (3-phase) under standard fuse/time-delay conditions. Fuse selection (Class H) governs protection coordination and electrical clearance. The fusible without neutral configuration simplifies wiring for certain motor circuits, while the visible blade aids quick inspection during commissioning and servicing.
The DH224FWK excels in industries requiring robust washdown resistance and corrosion protection, such as food & beverage, water/wastewater treatment, pharmaceuticals, and chemical processing. It’s well-suited for conveyors, pumps, and motor drives in harsh environments, where UL safety compliance and a stainless steel NEMA 4X enclosure minimize maintenance and downtime.
This product is UL Listed, providing recognized electrical safety compliance for control gear assemblies. The NEMA 4X enclosure and 304 stainless steel construction support regulatory and hygienic requirements in washdown and corrosive environments. These certifications help streamline procurement, install validation, and pass facility safety audits across industrial plants.
Maintenance is simplified by a rugged NEMA 4X stainless enclosure and enhanced visible blade for quick checks, reducing time spent on status verification. With 200 A protection, two-pole wiring, and compatibility with standard Class H fuses, the switch supports reliable uptime and predictable replacement intervals. The long-term ROI comes from lower downtime, easier retrofits, and extended service life in demanding environments.