Eaton DH266NGKLP Heavy Duty Safety Switch - UL Listed

Part Number: DH266NGKLP
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
DH266NGKLP

Quick Summary

Eaton quick connect heavy duty safety switch is designed to safely interrupt and isolate power in demanding industrial electrical systems. In rugged facilities or tight control rooms, installation speed, reliability, and secure interlocks matter most to protect personnel and equipment. This unit carries UL Listed safety certification and uses a NEMA 1 enclosure for indoor, dust-controlled environments, while its Posi-Lok retention ensures secure, vibration-resistant operation. By pairing robust protection with a streamlined installation, it helps reduce downtime and maintenance costs, delivering measurable business value for motor control centers, machine rooms, and high-current distribution panels. For engineers and procurement teams, the DH266NGKLP combines safety compliance with practical installation advantages and long-term performance benefits.

Product Information

Extended Description

DH266NGKLP Eaton: Eaton Quick Connect Safety Switch, Heavy Duty, Single-Throw, 600A, 600V, 2P, Fusible with solid neutral, Series K, NEMA 1, Posi-Lok
Product Name
Eaton quick connect heavy duty safety switch
Catalog Number
DH266NGKLP
UPC
786685369822
Product Length/Depth
14.07 in
Product Height
51.82 in
Product Width
23.66 in
Product Weight
135 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
Special features
Posi-Lok
Type
Heavy Duty, Single-Throw
Amperage Rating
600A
Number Of Poles
Two-pole
Voltage rating
600 V
Enclosure
NEMA 1
Fuse configuration
Fusible with solid neutral
Series
Series K
Feature to Business Impact to Application: The DH266NGKLP delivers a 600A amperage rating in a two-pole, single-throw configuration, enabling reliable isolation of large power circuits. This high current capability translates to improved equipment protection and reduced risk of nuisance trips in demanding production lines, such as packaging and processing facilities, where downtime is costly and downtime cost is measured in minutes per hour. In practice, the device supports quick connection of feeders in Series K layouts, streamlining panel build-outs and minimizing field wiring errors in switchgear assemblies. Feature to Business Impact to Application: Posi-Lok provides secure handle retention and vibration resistance, ensuring the switch remains firmly latched during startup and transport. The benefit is safer commissioning, fewer service calls, and predictable switch operation in vibrating environments like metal stamping or extrusion lines. Feature to Business Impact to Application: The fuse configuration, Fusible with solid neutral, offers precise overcurrent protection while maintaining a solid neutral path for balanced circuit performance, reducing fault propagation and easing coordination with upstream protective devices in heavy machinery applications. Feature to Business Impact to Application: The NEMA 1 enclosure supports indoor installation with dust protection and simple maintenance access, ideal for control panels in manufacturing floors and assembly lines where enclosure integrity is critical. Feature to Business Impact to Application: The Series K construction and 14.07 in depth, 23.66 in width, and 51.82 in height footprint enable compact integration into existing switchgear bays while preserving space for cables and interlocks in electrical rooms. Feature to Business Impact to Application: UL Listed certification provides an industry-standard safety benchmark, reducing qualification time for projects and supporting compliance documentation for customer audits in regulated environments. Feature to Business Impact to Application: The overall rugged build and 135 lb weight contribute to durable field installations, lowering mounting adjustments and return visits in retrofit projects for industrial automation systems.

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FAQs

The DH266NGKLP is a two-pole, fusible safety switch rated for 600 A at 600 V with a solid neutral. It uses a Series K design and a NEMA 1 indoor enclosure, and it supports quick-connect wiring. Plan for a panel space that accommodates dimensions of roughly 14.07 in depth, 23.66 in width, and 51.82 in height, and ensure mounting in a clean, accessible control room or electrical cabinet for serviceability.
This model provides a 600 A amperage rating, a 600 V voltage rating, and is configured as a two-pole, single-throw device. It is fusible with a solid neutral and is UL Listed, with a NEMA 1 indoor enclosure that suits controlled environments and machine rooms. The unit weighs 135 lb, aiding secure mounting in fixed installations.
Yes. With a 600 A rating and Series K design, the DH266NGKLP is well-suited for high-current motor control and power distribution in indoor facilities. The Posi-Lok feature improves interlock retention, reducing risk of accidental energization during maintenance, which is critical for motor starting circuits and downstream protective coordination.
The DH266NGKLP carries UL Listed certification, indicating compliance with recognized safety standards for electrical protection devices. This streamlines customer audits and helps meet internal safety programs. Its NEMA 1 enclosure further supports compliance for indoor, dust-controlled environments, aligning with typical facility requirements.
The unit is covered by Eaton’s standard warranty policy: one year from installation or eighteen months from shipment, whichever occurs first. For maintenance planning, request the Eaton specification sheet and datasheets from the downloads to ensure proper spare parts and routine checks (including the Posi-Lok mechanism).