Eaton DH265FGKV Heavy Duty Fusible Safety Switch - UL Listed
Part Number: DH265FGKV
Quick Summary
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch DH265FGKV provides safe electrical isolation for industrial power circuits. When time is critical, unplanned outages and risky maintenance slow production and inflate costs. It carries UL Listed certification, NEC 230.62 (C) compliant barrier, and a NEMA 1 enclosure for rugged indoor service. Designed for reliable, long-life operation in control panels and machine rooms, it pairs with Class H fuses and two-wire wiring to streamline installation and compliance. With a 400A rating and 600V capacity, it supports high-current loads while maintaining safety margins. This HDSS integrates into Eaton protective systems, delivering predictable performance, ease of maintenance, and faster project deployment for OEMs and plant engineers.
Product Information
Extended Description
DH265FGKV Eaton: Eaton Heavy duty single-throw fused safety switch, Enhanced visible blade, 400 A, NEMA 1, Painted steel, Class H, Fusible without neutral, Two-pole, Two-wire, 600 V, Max Hp: 50 at 250 Vdc, (2)#1/0-(2)300 kcmil or (1)#1/0-(1)750 kcmil Al
Product Name
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch
Catalog Number
DH265FGKV
UPC
786685973609
Product Length/Depth
45.5 in
Product Height
10.25 in
Product Width
24.38 in
Product Weight
110 lb
Compliances
NEC 230.62 (C) Compliant Barrier
Certifications
UL Listed
Catalog Notes
Heavy Duty Safety Switch (HDSS)
Enclosure
NEMA 1
Enclosure material
Painted 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
400A
HP rating - max
50 at 250 Vdc
NEMA rating
NEMA 1
Voltage rating
600 V
Feature: Heavy-duty single-throw fused safety switch with two-pole configuration and fusible without neutral. Business Impact: Simplifies wiring and reduces neutral-related fault paths, delivering safer, faster commissioning and safer shutdowns. Application: Ideal for high-current motor circuits in control panels and rugged industrial environments. Feature: Enhanced visible blade design. Business Impact: Improves operator visibility during switching, reducing arc flash exposure and enabling safer maintenance routines. Application: Critical in live-switching applications where quick confirmation of switch status matters. Feature: NEMA 1 enclosure with painted steel construction. Business Impact: Provides reliable indoor protection against dust and accidental contact, supporting long service life with minimum downtime. Application: Perfect for machine rooms and enclosed switchgear in manufacturing lines. Feature: Fuse class provision Class H and fusible without neutral. Business Impact: Aligns with common industrial protection schemes while simplifying fuse replacement and maintenance planning. Application: Suitable for systems requiring robust overcurrent protection without neutral conductors. Feature: Ratings and capabilities—400A, 600V, 50 HP at 250Vdc. Business Impact: Enables handling of demanding loads with scalable performance and limit-start protection, improving overall line efficiency. Application: Supports heavy machinery, conveyors, and press systems in high-demand setups. Feature: Certifications and compliance—UL Listed and NEC 230.62 (C) barrier. Business Impact: Validates electrical safety and code compliance, accelerating approvals for panel builds and retrofit projects. Application: Widely adopted in regulated facilities and OEM projects seeking dependable certification. Feature: Compatibility with Eaton HDSS ecosystem. Business Impact: Provides a coherent protection strategy with streamlined procurement and spare-part compatibility, reducing lifecycle costs. Application: Integrates with Eaton protective devices and modular switchgear for rapid deployment and serviceability.
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FAQs
DH265FGKV is designed for standard heavy-duty safety switch footprints and NEMA 1 indoor enclosures. It aligns with 400A class protection and two-wire configurations, enabling straightforward drop-in replacement or panel-match upgrades within Eaton’s HDSS family. Always verify mounting dimensions and terminal clearances per the Eaton specification sheet to ensure seamless integration.
Key specs include a 400A amperage rating, 600V voltage rating, and a two-pole, fusible-without-neutral configuration using Class H fuses. It features an enhanced visible blade for safer operation and is UL Listed, with a NEMA 1 indoor enclosure and NEC 230.62 (C) compliant barrier for safe, code-compliant installations.
Yes. The 400A rating and 600V capacity support high-current motor circuits commonly found in MCCs. Its fusible safety switch design provides reliable isolation for maintenance and protects hard-start equipment. The two-wire configuration and robust enclosure make it a practical fit for panel builders and OEMs integrating motor control solutions.
The DH265FGKV is UL Listed and features a NEC 230.62 (C) compliant barrier. It also uses a NEMA 1 enclosure and a painted steel housing, aligning with indoor protection standards and electrical code requirements for safe, compliant installations.
By providing reliable isolation, reducing maintenance risk, and simplifying fuse replacements with Class H protection, it lowers downtime and maintenance costs. Its compatibility with Eaton protective components ensures faster commissioning, consistent spare parts, and reduced total cost of ownership across plant networks.