Eaton DH226NGKV Safety Switch - UL Listed, HDSS
Part Number: DH226NGKV
Quick Summary
Eaton DH226NGKV Safety Switch is a heavy-duty disconnect for 600A, 240V industrial power systems. Installers face downtime and safety risk when isolation devices fail to meet rugged plant conditions or when devices aren’t aligned with NEC requirements. This unit carries UL Listed certification, NEC 230.62 barrier compliance, and a NEMA 4 painted steel enclosure, delivering durable protection in demanding environments. Designed for control panels, MCCs, and heavy equipment, it supports compliant maintenance, reduces unplanned outages, and lowers total ownership costs by delivering predictable, long-life performance.
Product Information
Extended Description
DH226NGKV Eaton: Eaton Enhanced visible blade single-throw safety switch, 600 A, NEMA 4, Painted steel, Class H, Two-pole, Three-wire, 240 V, Max Hp: 75, 200 hp (3PH @ Std fuse/time delay), (1)#2-(1)600 kcmil and (1)#1/0-(1)750 kcmil Cu/Al
Product Name
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch
Catalog Number
DH226NGKV
UPC
786685973173
Product Length/Depth
12.76 in
Product Height
63 in
Product Width
23 in
Product Weight
160 lb
Compliances
NEC 230.62 (C) Compliant Barrier
Certifications
UL Listed
Catalog Notes
Heavy Duty Safety Switch (HDSS)
Enclosure
NEMA 4
Enclosure material
Painted steel
Fuse class provision
Class H
Fuse configuration
Fusible with neutral
Number Of Poles
Two-pole
Number of wires
3
Type
Heavy duty fusible safety switch
Amperage Rating
600A
HP rating - max
75, 200 hp (3PH @ Std fuse/time delay)
NEMA rating
NEMA 1
Voltage rating
240V
Feature: 600 A amperage rating and 75/200 hp (3PH) at STD fuse/time delay. Business Impact: Handles high motor loads with coordinated protection, enabling reliable shutdowns without nuisance tripping. Application: Suitable for demanding industrial drives and large machinery where robust protection and control are critical. Long-tail keywords: heavy-duty fusible safety switch, motor protection coordination, high-amperage disconnect. Feature: NEMA 4 enclosure in painted steel. Business Impact: Weather-resistant and dust-tight protection for outdoor and harsh indoor spaces, reducing enclosure degradation and maintenance costs. Application: Plant floors, outdoor equipment bays, and harsh industrial environments. Feature: Fusible with neutral and Class H fuse provision. Business Impact: Flexible fuse coordination, extended fuse life, and safe, predictable interruption of fault currents. Application: Main feeder protection in complex motor circuits. Feature: Two-pole, three-wire configuration with neutral. Business Impact: Simplified wiring, easier retrofits, and compatibility with existing MCCs and control panels. Application: Control circuits and motor starters with common neutral paths. Feature: Terminal capacity supports large conductors (1)#2-(1)600 kcmil and (1)#1/0-(1)750 kcmil Cu/Al. Business Impact: Larger conductor capability reduces the need for parallel runs and lowers installation time. Application: High-capacity feeders and distribution feeds. Feature: UL Listed, NEC barrier compliance, and HDSS catalog notes. Business Impact: Strengthens compliance posture, supports safety programs, and streamlines procurement with a recognized industry-standard device. Application: Industrial facilities requiring certified, durable HDSS components.
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FAQs
The DH226NGKV is a two-pole, three-wire fusible switch with neutral and Class H fuse provisions, designed for a 240V system. Enclosure is NEMA 4 with a painted steel body, supporting up to 12.76 in depth, 23 in width, and 63 in height. Wiring accepts large conductors up to 600 kcmil copper/aluminum, with a total weight around 160 lb for robust panel integration.
This unit provides a 600A amperage rating and supports up to 200 hp for 3-phase systems with standard fuse/time delay, and 75 hp under other conditions. For motor protection, the device offers precise isolation and fuse coordination within a 240V system, minimizing nuisance trips while safeguarding high-load motors and drives in industrial environments.
Yes. With a heavy-duty fusible design, two-pole configuration, fusible with neutral capability, and a NEMA 4 enclosure, the DH226NGKV is well-suited for MCCs and control panels exposed to harsh environments. UL Listed and NEC barrier-compliant attributes support safe, compliant integration into complex power-distribution architectures.
Expect UL Listed certification, NEC 230.62 barrier compliance, and a NEMA 4 enclosure rated body. The assembly is designed for rugged industrial use, providing a durable solution for safe isolation and protection. The catalog notes also highlight Heavy Duty Safety Switch (HDSS) applicability, reinforcing reliability in ongoing industrial operations.
The DH226NGKV reduces downtime through reliable, documented isolation, minimizes maintenance risk with a durable NEMA 4 enclosure, and supports efficient wiring with large conductors. Its long-life Class H fusing and UL/NEC compliance help lower total cost of ownership by simplifying compliance audits, reducing spare-part variability, and improving system uptime in high-demand facilities.