Eaton DH362NWKX Heavy Duty Fusible Safety Switch - NEMA 4X
Part Number: DH362NWKX
Quick Summary
Eaton DH362NWKX Heavy Duty Fusible Safety Switch is designed to protect motors and feeders in harsh industrial environments. Engineers often confront corrosion, enclosure integrity, and code compliance when selecting switchgear for outdoor or washdown areas. This unit features a NEMA 4X stainless steel enclosure, UL Listed certification, and NEC barrier compliance to address those challenges, delivering reliable isolation in demanding settings. With a 60 A rating and a three-pole, four-wire configuration, it supports up to 50 hp at 480–600 V in appropriate three-phase systems while offering straightforward wiring and robust uptime. Its rugged construction and built-in fuse protection translate to lower maintenance costs and longer service life in harsh environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
DH362NWKX Eaton: Eaton Heavy duty single-throw fused safety switch, Corrosion resistant, 60 A, NEMA 4X, 304 stainless steel, Class H, Neutral, Three-pole, Four-wire, 600 V, Max Hp: 20, 25/ 30, 50 hp (1/3PH @480, 600 V), #14-#2 Cu/Al
Product Name
Eaton heavy duty fusible safety switch
Catalog Number
DH362NWKX
UPC
782114224243
Product Length/Depth
10.22 in
Product Height
19.08 in
Product Width
7.73 in
Product Weight
22 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.
Compliances
NEC 230.62 (C) Compliant Barrier
Certifications
UL Listed
Enclosure
NEMA 4X
Enclosure material
304 stainless steel
Fuse class provision
Class H
Fuse configuration
Fusible with neutral
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Number of wires
4
Type
Heavy duty fusible safety switch
Amperage Rating
60A
HP rating - max
20, 25/ 30, 50 hp (1/3PH @480, 600 V)
NEMA rating
NEMA 4X (Stainless)
Voltage rating
600 V
Product Category
Heavy Duty, Harsh Environment - EnviroLine
Commercial Distribution, Switching Devices, Volume 2, Tab 1
Eaton Specification Sheet - DH362NWKX
Selling Policy 25-000 - Distribution and Control Products and Services
Feature: 304 stainless steel, corrosion-resistant enclosure. Benefit: Reduces maintenance frequency and downtime in washdown environments, extending service life for water treatment, food & beverage, and chemical processing facilities. Application: Outdoor or harsh indoor installations where corrosion risk is high. Feature: NEMA 4X enclosure with UL Listed protection. Benefit: Ensures compliance with electrical codes and enhances operator safety in demanding plants. Application: Plant floors, wet areas, and outdoor equipment bays. Feature: Class H fuse provision with neutral. Benefit: Reliable circuit protection with a safe neutral path reduces fault-related downtime and simplifies motor control design. Application: Motor control centers and line-side protection for up to 600 V circuits. Feature: Three-pole, four-wire configuration. Benefit: Simplifies wiring, saves panel space, and accelerates installation in compact control cabinets. Application: Standard motor circuits in industrial facilities. Feature: HP rating up to 50 hp (1/3PH @480, 600 V). Benefit: Broad motor compatibility reduces part diversity and procurement complexity. Application: Pumps, fans, conveyors, and grinders in heavy-duty processes. Feature: UL Listed and NEC barrier compliant. Benefit: Demonstrates regulatory readiness and reduces risk during audits. Application: Any installation requiring formal compliance documentation. Feature: 60 A amperage rating. Benefit: Suitable for moderate-load motors and feeders with controlled inrush, improving system reliability. Application: Medium-duty industrial automation tasks. Requirement: Compact footprint and straightforward wiring for rapid field deployment and service.
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FAQs
Yes. The DH362NWKX is a 3-pole, four-wire switch rated for up to 600 V and 60 A, making it suitable for three-phase 480 V or 600 V distributor applications. Its neutral provision supports motor control circuits, and the configuration simplifies wiring in compact panels for reliable, code-compliant installations.
Key specs include a 60 A amperage rating, 600 V voltage rating, 3-pole / 4-wire arrangement with neutral, Class H fuse provision, NEMA 4X stainless enclosure, and UL Listed certification. It supports up to 50 hp in specific 1/3PH configurations at 480–600 V, enabling broad motor protection coverage.
Yes. The DH362NWKX features a NEMA 4X enclosure made from 304 stainless steel, designed to resist corrosion and withstand washdown, rain, and humidity. This makes it ideal for harsh environments in food processing, water treatment, and chemical processing facilities.
The unit is UL Listed and includes NEC barrier compliance. This combination ensures regulatory readiness, safer maintenance, and smoother audits in industrial facilities that require formal certification and protective barriers around control circuits.
The corrosion-resistant enclosure and robust safety features reduce corrosion-related downtime and maintenance costs. With a one-year warranty policy and proven reliability, facilities typically experience longer service life, fewer replacements, and lower total cost of ownership for motor protection and control.