Eaton DH261FWKW Heavy Duty Fusible Safety Switch - NEMA 4X
Part Number: DH261FWKW
Quick Summary
Eaton DH261FWKW heavy duty fusible safety switch provides reliable motor protection for industrial equipment and control panels. This device helps protect personnel and equipment in harsh environments where uptime matters. Designed with an EnviroLine stainless enclosure, it offers excellent corrosion resistance and a robust NEMA 4X rating for challenging washdown or outdoor installations. UL Listed certification and a Class H fuse provision support compliance with safety standards, while the two-pole, two-wire configuration simplifies wiring and reduces installation time. For owners and maintenance teams, the unit delivers predictable performance, longer service life, and lower total cost of ownership through fewer outages and easier fuse replacement.
Product Information
Extended Description
DH261FWKW Eaton: Eaton Heavy duty single-throw fused safety switch, Corrosion resistant, 30 A, NEMA 4X, EnviroLine stainless, Class H, Fusible without neutral, Two-pole, Two-wire, 600 V, Max Hp: 7.5, 10 hp/15 hp (1PH @480,600 V TD/600 Vdc), #14-#2 Cu/Al
Product Name
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch
Catalog Number
DH261FWKW
UPC
786680181719
Product Length/Depth
10.22 in
Product Height
19.08 in
Product Width
7.73 in
Product Weight
21 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
Heavy Duty Safety Switch (HDSS). Window & Visible Blade
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Enclosure material
EnviroLine stainless
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
30A
HP rating - max
7.5, 10 hp/15 hp (1PH @480,600 V TD/600 Vdc)
NEMA rating
NEMA 4X (Stainless)
Voltage - max
600 V
Voltage rating
600 V
Application
Heavy commercial and industrial
Series
K
Feature: Corrosion-resistant EnviroLine stainless enclosure → Business Impact: Extends service life in harsh environments and reduces corrosion-related downtime → Application: Outdoor, washdown, chemical processing, and food & beverage facilities. Paragraphs emphasize long-term reliability and reduced maintenance costs. Feature: Fusible with Class H fuse provision → Business Impact: Provides precise overcurrent protection and safer isolation with easy fuse replacement → Application: Industrial drives, conveyors, pumps, and heavy machinery. Feature: NEMA 4X enclosure with window and visible blade → Business Impact: Quick status verification minimizes downtime and enhances safety inspections → Application: Routine maintenance in production lines and field service. Feature: Two-pole, two-wire configuration, 600 V rating, 30 A → Business Impact: Simplifies panel layouts, lowers wiring errors, and supports common motor loads with clear performance margins → Application: Heavy commercial and industrial equipment. Feature: UL Listed and EnviroLine stainless compatibility → Business Impact: Compliance assurance and corrosion resistance for long-term plant safety and uptime → Application: Regulated industries and equipment operating in challenging environments. Feature: Fully documented protection scheme and ease of retrofit → Business Impact: Faster deployment, reduced project risk, and predictable ROI. Application: Control panel upgrades and new installations in industrial plants.
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FAQs
The DH261FWKW is a two-pole, two-wire safety switch rated for up to 600 V, with a fusible configuration that is without neutral. Its NEMA 4X EnviroLine stainless enclosure supports outdoor or washdown environments, and UL Listing confirms compatibility with standard industrial control panels. For retrofit or new installations, ensure panel space accommodates dimensions and mounting pattern, then wire per standard control circuits using the windowed enclosure for quick status checks.
Key specs include a 30 A amperage rating, 600 V maximum voltage, two-pole, two-wire configuration, and fusible operation without neutral. The device supports 7.5, 10, and 15 hp ratings for single-phase applications at 480/600 V, with a robust Class H fuse provision. The enclosure is UL Listed and rated NEMA 4X for dependable protection in harsh environments, making it suitable for demanding industrial drives and motor control.
This heavy duty fusible safety switch is designed for heavy commercial and industrial applications, including conveyors, pumps, machinery, and other equipment requiring reliable isolation and protection. The corrosion-resistant EnviroLine stainless enclosure and window/visible blade setup enable quick status checks and safe maintenance in environments with exposure to moisture, chemicals, or washdowns, while meeting UL safety standards.
The DH261FWKW carries UL Listed certification and is rated NEMA 4X with EnviroLine stainless enclosure, ensuring corrosion resistance in challenging environments. Its Class H fuse and fusible without neutral configuration align with typical industrial protection schemes, supporting compliance in many regulated facilities. Customers should verify local electrical codes and panel ratings to ensure full regulatory compatibility for their specific installation.
Maintenance is streamlined by a window and visible blade for quick status verification and safer maintenance procedures. The fusible design with Class H protection simplifies fuse replacement, reducing downtime. UL Listing and durable stainless enclosure contribute to lower lifecycle costs by improving uptime, extending service life, and reducing costly corrosion-related failures in harsh industrial environments.