Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric VH321BGL Heavy Duty Safety Switch 240V 30A 3-Pole NEMA 1 with Viewing Window

  • MPN: VH321BGL
  • PPN: SCH-VH321BGL
  • UNSPSC: 39122205
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    Spec sheet

    Description

    The VH321BGL Heavy Duty Safety Switch from Schneider Electric is engineered to deliver reliable performance for power distribution applications. This robust switch operates at 240V and supports a 30A capacity across three poles, making it well-suited for various industrial environments. Featuring a NEMA 1 enclosure with a convenient viewing window, this safety switch allows for quick visual inspection, enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Its durable construction ensures long-lasting use, positioning it as a dependable solution for disconnecting and safeguarding electrical circuits in demanding settings.

    Features

    • Rated for 30 Amps at 240V AC, this NEMA 1-rated safety switch is engineered for high-performance motor disconnect and branch circuit protection. Designed to handle the rigorous duty cycles of commercial and industrial environments, it provides a reliable, visible-blade disconnect means that ensures your machinery is completely de-energized during maintenance, preventing accidental startups and equipment damage.
    • Factory-installed with a dedicated green-screw ground bar, this "BGL" variant eliminates the need for separate grounding kits, saving you time and money on-site. This built-in feature ensures a low-impedance path to ground, which is critical for clearing electrical faults and maintaining strict compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC) safety standards for permanent installations.
    • Constructed with a durable, indoor-rated (NEMA 1) galvannealed steel enclosure and finished with a heat-cured polyester powder coat, this switch is built to resist corrosion and impact. The robust housing protects the internal mechanical components from dust and physical debris, ensuring long-term operational life in indoor commercial spaces like garages, machine shops, and utility rooms.
    • Featuring Schneider Electric s legendary spring-loaded operating mechanism, the internal contacts snap open and closed with high speed, regardless of how fast the external handle is moved. This rapid action effectively suppresses arcing and significantly extends the life of the copper contacts, providing a safer, more durable switching solution that reduces the risk of thermal failure during heavy-load operations.

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    Specifications

    Key Specifications

    Country of OriginUnited States
    Depth5.11 in
    Weight4000 g

    Complementary Attributes

    Line Rated Current30 A
    Ue Rated Operational Voltage250 V DC240 V AC

    Important Information Attributes

    Persona Type IdsLC, OM8, PB, SC
    Market Segmentation IdCOMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL
    Motor Power Hp3 hp at 240 V AC 50-60 Hz for 1 phase motors, 1.5 hp at 240 V AC 50-60 Hz for 1 phase motors3 hp at 240 V AC 50-60 Hz for 3 phase motors, 7.5 hp at 240 V AC 50-60 Hz for 3 phase motors, 5 hp at 250 V DC
    Short Circuit Current10 kA for H, K or R without fuse rejection clips, 200 kA for R with fuse rejection clips
    Carbon Footprint Of The End Of Life Phase C1 To C49 kg CO2 eq., 9.213820047725156
    Carbon Footprint Of The Manufacturing Phase A1 To A323 kg CO2 eq., 23.4755747592267
    Local Data StatusPublishable
    Pre Comm Date2023-04-05
    Device TypeLV equipment - LV fuse - switch
    TraceabilityNo
    Average Life Duration15 year(s)
    Weee Product Category4
    Eoli Availability DisplayNo need of specific recycling operations
    Rohs Eur StatusCompliant
    Rohs Eur Full Compliance StatusCompliant
    China Rohs Label1
    Without Single Use PlasticYes
    Tier Id1
    Function Option IdSTANDARD
    Product Kit IdentifierN
    Device Applicationheavy application
    Disconnector Device Typefusible disconnect
    Energy Efficiency OptimizedFalse
    Number Of Poles3
    Product Or Component TypeSingle Throw Safety Switch
    Series Nameheavy duty
    Software Versionv5.9.4
    Total Lifecycle Carbon Footprint37 kg CO2 eq.
    Database Version2022-01
    Height Nominal14.57 in
    Certificate AgencyUL listed file E2875
    Customs Code8536509045
    Functional Unit DescriptionTurn off all or part of an installation by separating the installation or part of the installation of all electrical energy or earth, for safety reasons with a rated voltage 600V and rated current 60A. This function is provided for 20 years.The product qualifies for the standards UL50E Type 12, Standards UL98 & NEMA KS1.
    Functional Unit UnitUnit
    Recyclability Potential In %83
    Persona Type NamesContractor, OEM - Control Panelbuilder, Panel Builder, Electrician
    Market SegmentationCommercial, Industrial
    Tightening Torque45-45 lbf.in 13.3-13.3 mm² (6 AWG), 40-40 lbf.in 8.367-8.367 mm² (8 AWG), 35-35 lbf.in 2.06-5.261 mm² (14 AWG...10 AWG)
    Carbon Footprint Of The Distribution Phase A41.1530080516702423, 1 kg CO2 eq.
    Carbon Footprint Of The Installation Phase A50.13590701769789323, 0.1 kg CO2 eq.
    Carbon Footprint Of The Use Phase B2 B3 B4 B63 kg CO2 eq., 3.248016280353195
    Local Publishable Date2026-09-05
    Return IndicatorY
    ServiceabilityNo
    Field Service DivisionPPIBS
    Weee ScopeIn
    Scope PerimeterOutside of Europe
    Rohs Eur In ScopeYes
    Rohs Eur Conformity Date2345
    China Rohs In ScopeYes
    With Recycled CardboardYes
    Product Contributes To Saved And Avoided EmissionsNo
    Tier1
    Function OptionStandard
    Awg Gauge12 AWG...6 AWG aluminium14 AWG...6 AWG copper
    Device Compositionneutral (factory bonded)
    Electrical Connectionlugs
    Fuse TypeH, K or R
    Product AvailabilityStock - Normally stocked in distribution facility
    ReturnabilityYes
    Servicesfactory installation
    Sustainable PackagingYes
    Wiring Configuration4-wire (3PH + N)
    Data Sourceextrapolated product
    Width Nominal6.36 in
    Nbr. Of Units In Pkg.1
    Warranty In Months18
    Functional Unit Quantity1
    Reference Lifetime In Y20

    Environment Attributes Main

    Take BackNo
    China Rohs RegulationX
    Environmental DisclosureENVPEP2303036EN
    Nema Degree Of ProtectionNEMA 1 steel
    Packaging Without Single Use PlasticYes
    Pep Verification Date2023-10-24
    Psr VersionPSR-0005-ed2-2016 03 29
    Recycled Metal Content At Cr Level0 %
    Carbon Footprint37.22632615667318
    Eu Rohs DirectiveCompliant
    Packaging Made With Recycled CardboardYes
    Pep CodeENVPEP2303036EN
    Pcr VersionPEP-PCR-ed4-2021 09 06
    Type Of Verification For The PepIndependent external review

    General Attributes

    Product Or Component TypeSingle Throw Safety Switch
    Heavy Duty Safety Switch 240V 30A 3-Pole NEMA 1 with Viewing Window

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