Eaton DH361FDKWJ Heavy Duty Fusible Safety Switch - NEMA 12
Part Number: DH361FDKWJ
Quick Summary
Eaton DH361FDKWJ heavy duty fusible safety switch protects industrial drives and control panels in demanding motor applications. When downtime, nuisance tripping, or unsafe isolation threaten uptime, this switch provides reliable, code-compliant protection. UL Listed certification and NEMA 12/3R enclosure ratings help ensure safe operation in harsh industrial environments. Coupled with compatible wiring (#14-2 Cu/Al) and a 600 V rating, it supports efficient motor protection and scalable installations. Designed for serviceability, fuse replacement can be done quickly, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
Product Information
Extended Description
DH361FDKWJ Eaton: Eaton Enhanced visible blade single-throw safety switch, Enhanced visible blade, 30 A, NEMA 12/3R, Painted galvanized steel, Class J, Three-pole, Three-wire, 600 V, Max Hp: 7.5, 10/ 15, 20 hp (1/3PH @480, 600 V), #14-#2 Cu/Al
Product Name
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch
Catalog Number
DH361FDKWJ
UPC
786689281847
Product Length/Depth
23 in
Product Height
10.5 in
Product Width
12.5 in
Product Weight
22 lb
Certifications
UL Listed
Enclosure
NEMA 12, NEMA 3R
Enclosure material
Painted galvanized steel
Fuse class provision
Class J
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Number of wires
3
Type
Heavy duty fusible safety switch
Wire size
#14-2 AWG Cu/Al
Amperage Rating
30A
HP rating - max
7.5, 10/ 15, 20 hp (1/3PH @480, 600 V)
NEMA rating
NEMA 12/3R
Voltage rating
600 V
Feature → Business Impact → Application. The heavy-duty fusible safety switch architecture provides robust isolation for three-pole, three-wire circuits, improving safety and compliance in motor control panels and switchgear assemblies. This translates to reduced risk of arc flash events and easier compliance with industrial protection standards, enabling safer maintenance and faster fault isolation in assembly lines and packaging facilities. Application-wise, it is ideal for low to mid-range motor loads in manufacturing lines where uptime is critical and service windows are limited. Feature → Business Impact → Application. The 30 A amperage rating paired with HP ratings up to 7.5, 10/15, and 20 hp at 1/3 PH 480/600 V delivers predictable protection for motors and drive circuits, reducing nuisance trips and extending motor life in conveyors and hoists. This supports cost control and reliability in discrete manufacturing. Feature → Business Impact → Application. Enclosure protection is provided by NEMA 12 and NEMA 3R, with painted galvanized steel housing, ensuring dust, water, and incidental impact resistance in harsh factory floors and outdoor damp locations. This minimizes corrosion risk and service calls, enabling longer intervals between maintenance cycles and asset protection across facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application. Wire compatibility (#14-2 AWG Cu/Al) and three-wire configuration simplify wiring layouts, stock common conductors, and expedite panel assembly, improving on-site installation speed and reducing labor costs for panel builders. Feature → Business Impact → Application. UL Listed certification reinforces safety credibility and supplier reliability, supporting compliance audits and insurance requirements across industrial plants. This helps procurement teams justify investment in Eaton protection devices for critical machinery and automation lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application. In practice, the combination of robust protection, straightforward replacement of Class J fuses, and standard enclosure sizes translates into lower total cost of ownership, faster maintenance cycles, and improved machinery uptime for plant engineers and panel integrators.
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FAQs
The DH361FDKWJ is a three-pole, three-wire safety switch designed for 600 V systems with #14-2 Cu/Al wire. Install in a NEMA 12/3R enclosure with painted galvanized steel housing. Ensure proper fuse provisioning (Class J) and confirm UL Listed compliance. Allow space for fuse replacement and provide clear labeling for maintenance personnel to reduce downtime.
A 30A amperage rating supports motor protection for loads up to 7.5–20 hp at 480/600 V (1/3 phase), aligning with typical small- to mid-size motors. This rating helps limit fault current, minimizes arc flash risk, and improves short-circuit protection while allowing precise coordination with upstream protective devices, reducing unnecessary downtime.
Yes. The enclosure is rated for NEMA 12 and NEMA 3R, which covers indoor dust-protected and damp outdoor environments. The painted galvanized steel construction adds corrosion resistance, making it a practical choice for factories, warehouses, and outdoor equipment enclosures where reliability and protection against the elements are essential.
The DH361FDKWJ is UL Listed, providing proven safety and performance. It features a NEMA 12/3R enclosure rating for dust and moisture resistance and uses Class J fuses for reliable protection. These certifications support utility, contractor, and OEM compliance during design reviews and audits.
By delivering predictable protection for motors and drives, the DH361FDKWJ reduces unexpected downtime and promotes safer maintenance procedures. With straightforward fuse replacement and UL/NEMA-rated protection, service windows are shorter, maintenance costs decline, and asset uptime improves across manufacturing lines.