NEMA Disconnect Switches

Bulletin 1494 NEMA Disconnect Switches meet industrial requirements for dependable, manually operated disconnecting means. Our switches are available in both fixed- and variable-depth styles with flange- or door-mounting. Flange-mounted disconnect switches are also available in an enclosure. You can depend on them for long-lasting performance in a variety of environments.

Features

Fully-exposed switch blades
Lockable handle
Accessories field installed
Complete kits with accessories

Products

1494C Cable-operated Disconnects

30…600 A ratings
Available with 3, 4, 5, 6, and 10 ft cable lengths
Can accommodate Class E, H, J, and R fuses
Precise alignment of the switch with respect to the handle is not required
Visible blade construction for safety
Can be used with enclosure Types 1, 3R, 4, 4X, and 12
Lockable handle in off and on positions

1494D Fixed-depth Flange-mounted Circuit Breakers (Open Type)

3-pole, 600V AC rating
150…1200 A frame sizes
Can be used with enclosure Types 1, 12

1494F Fixed-depth Flange-mounted Disconnect Switches (Open Type, Fusible or Non-Fusible)

3-pole, 600V AC rating 30, 60, 100, and 200 A ratings
Same switch used for fusible and non-fusible applications
Disconnect switch linked to the handle at all times
Visible blade construction for safety
Right-hand flange operation
Standard painted metal handle for Type 1, 3R, and 12, environments

1494G Enclosed Disconnect Switches

Switch, mechanism and handle are always connected, even when the enclosure door is open
Line shield prevents accidental contact with the line side of the switch
Protective fuse cover (optional) prevents accidental contact
cULus Listed per UL 98 for switches 30...600 A
UL Listed per UL 508 'at motor' disconnect rating for switches 30...100 A

1494G/GX/GY Enclosed Disconnect Switches, Extra Capacity

1494H/HL Safety Switches

1494H is a heavy-duty switch, 1494HL is a general duty switch
30 A, 60 A, 100 A and 200 A switch ratings
Lower profile requires less space
For use in indoor and outdoor applications
Enclosure Types 1, 3R or 12
Internal mounting holes for time saving installation
Conduit holes available in Type 1 and 3R enclosures for wiring convenience
NFPA 79 compliant switch, mechanism and handle are always connected, even when the door is open

1494V Variable Depth Flange-mounted Disconnect Switches

Circuit Breaker Operating Mechanisms available 150…400 A Frame Breakers
Highly Visible ON and OFF indicator with color-coded handle

Certifications

UL Listed, CSA Certified, CE Certified

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Frequently Viewed Publications

Title	Number	Language
1494C Cable-operated Disconnect Switch Product Profile	1494C-PP001	EN
1494G Safety Switches for Hazardous Locations Product Profile	1494G-PP004	EN
Bulletin 1494H & 1494HL Safety Switches Product Profile	1494H-PP002	EN
1494V Variable Depth Disconnect Switches Product Profile	1494V-PP003	EN

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