Main switch performed by explosion-proof 40 A
Main switch performed by explosion-proof 40 A
Main switch performed by explosion-proof 40 A

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Manufacturer: Eaton / CEAG

Main switch performed by explosion-proof 40 A

Technical Specifications

Marking according to 94/9/EC (ATEX)
EC-Type Examination Certificate
IECEx Certificate of Conformity
Marking according to IECEx
Permissible Ambient Temperature
Rated Voltage
Rated Current
Frequency
Rated Switching Capacity AC-3 and Insulation
according to EN 60947-3

Backup Fuse


Connecting Terminals
Degree of Protection according to EN 60529
Protection Class
Glands


Weight

Housing Material
Color housing		 Ex II 2G Ex de IIC T6 / Ex II 2D Ex tD A21 IP66 T80°C
PTB 99 ATEX 1161
BKI 07.0012
Ex ed ia II T6, Ex tD A21 IP66 T55°C
-20°C to +40°C1)
max. up to 690 V
max. 40 A
50/60 Hz
Ue 230 V / Ie 40 A
Ue 400 V / Ie 40 A
Ue 500 V / Ie 40 A
Ue 690 V / Ie 32 A
up to 400 V AC 80 A gL
up to 500 V AC 80 A gL
up to 690 V AC 63 A gL
Main contact: 2 x 16 mm2
IP66
I
M25 (d = 8-17 mm) see order details
M40 (d = 16-28 mm) see order details
option: metal flange with threaded entry
3-pole: approx. 2.30 kg
6-pole: approx. 6.50 kg
Glass-fiber reinforced polyester
black

1) Other ambient temperature ranges are available upon request.

Ordering Information

GHG 263 0048 R0003
Version Cable Entries Product No.
40A Explosion-Proof Main Switch
3-pole 0 - I 2 x M40, 1 x M25 On-Off switch GHG 263 1301 R0001
0 - Y - D 3 x M40, 2 x M25 screw-in plug star-delta GHG 263 0048 R0005
0 - I - II 3 x M40, 2 x M25 screw-in plugs Dahlander GHG 263 0048 R0006
3-pole safety switch 40 A
Version with 2 auxiliary contacts (1 x NO; 1 x NC)
3-pole I - II 3 x M40/1 x M25, 1xM25 screw-in cap Connector GHG 263 0048 R0002
I - 0 - D 3 x M40/1 x M25, 1xM25 screw-in cap Connector
I - 0 - II 2 x M40/1 x M25, 1xM25 screw-in cover Switch with reversing function GHG 263 0048 R0004

Customized version available on request, Ex ia auxiliary contacts available.

Dimensions [mm]

Accessories

Mounting plate for 3-pole 40 A explosion-proof main switch
Type Application Mounting method Product No.
Size 3 Wall-mounted Push-in GHG 610 1953 R0118
Size 3 Bracket-mounted Push-in GHG 610 1953 R0110
Size 3 truss mounting push in GHG 610 1953 R0118
Mounting plate for 6-pole 40 A explosion-proof main switch
Type Application Mounting method Product No.
Size 3 2 x boom mount screwing1) GHG 610 1953 R0110
Mounting plate accessories
Type Pieces per package Product No.
Label holder with label (writable) for mounting plates sizes 1, 2, 2A, and 3 10 GHG 610 1953 R0057
Quick installation for CEAG devices with mounting dimensions of 5.5 mm and 11 mm. 1 set = 4 pcs. each. 10 GHG 610 1953 R0041
Mounting kit for 1” pipes (Ø 27-30 mm) for mounting plates for boom mounting 10 GHG 610 1953 R0020
Accessories for mounting plates
Type Application Pieces per package Product No.
Size 3 for pole mounting plates size 3 vertical 1 GHG 610 1955 R0104
Size 3A for wall/truss mounting plates size 3 vertical 1 GHG 610 1955 R0105
Size 3B for horizontal boom mounting plates size 3 1 GHG 610 1955 R0106

The products are delivered in sets listed in the tables.

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Technical Specifications

Marking according to 94/9/EC (ATEX)
EC-Type Examination Certificate
IECEx Certificate of Conformity
Marking according to IECEx
Permissible Ambient Temperature
Rated Voltage
Rated Current
Frequency
Rated Switching Capacity AC-3 and Insulation
according to EN 60947-3

Backup Fuse


Connecting Terminals
Degree of Protection according to EN 60529
Protection Class
Glands


Weight

Housing Material
Color housing		 Ex II 2G Ex de IIC T6 / Ex II 2D Ex tD A21 IP66 T80°C
PTB 99 ATEX 1161
BKI 07.0012
Ex ed ia II T6, Ex tD A21 IP66 T55°C
-20°C to +40°C1)
max. up to 690 V
max. 40 A
50/60 Hz
Ue 230 V / Ie 40 A
Ue 400 V / Ie 40 A
Ue 500 V / Ie 40 A
Ue 690 V / Ie 32 A
up to 400 V AC 80 A gL
up to 500 V AC 80 A gL
up to 690 V AC 63 A gL
Main contact: 2 x 16 mm2
IP66
I
M25 (d = 8-17 mm) see order details
M40 (d = 16-28 mm) see order details
option: metal flange with threaded entry
3-pole: approx. 2.30 kg
6-pole: approx. 6.50 kg
Glass-fiber reinforced polyester
black

1) Other ambient temperature ranges are available upon request.

Ordering Information

GHG 263 0048 R0003
Version Cable Entries Product No.
40A Explosion-Proof Main Switch
3-pole 0 - I 2 x M40, 1 x M25 On-Off switch GHG 263 1301 R0001
0 - Y - D 3 x M40, 2 x M25 screw-in plug star-delta GHG 263 0048 R0005
0 - I - II 3 x M40, 2 x M25 screw-in plugs Dahlander GHG 263 0048 R0006
3-pole safety switch 40 A
Version with 2 auxiliary contacts (1 x NO; 1 x NC)
3-pole I - II 3 x M40/1 x M25, 1xM25 screw-in cap Connector GHG 263 0048 R0002
I - 0 - D 3 x M40/1 x M25, 1xM25 screw-in cap Connector
I - 0 - II 2 x M40/1 x M25, 1xM25 screw-in cover Switch with reversing function GHG 263 0048 R0004

Customized version available on request, Ex ia auxiliary contacts available.

Dimensions [mm]

Accessories

Mounting plate for 3-pole 40 A explosion-proof main switch
Type Application Mounting method Product No.
Size 3 Wall-mounted Push-in GHG 610 1953 R0118
Size 3 Bracket-mounted Push-in GHG 610 1953 R0110
Size 3 truss mounting push in GHG 610 1953 R0118
Mounting plate for 6-pole 40 A explosion-proof main switch
Type Application Mounting method Product No.
Size 3 2 x boom mount screwing1) GHG 610 1953 R0110
Mounting plate accessories
Type Pieces per package Product No.
Label holder with label (writable) for mounting plates sizes 1, 2, 2A, and 3 10 GHG 610 1953 R0057
Quick installation for CEAG devices with mounting dimensions of 5.5 mm and 11 mm. 1 set = 4 pcs. each. 10 GHG 610 1953 R0041
Mounting kit for 1” pipes (Ø 27-30 mm) for mounting plates for boom mounting 10 GHG 610 1953 R0020
Accessories for mounting plates
Type Application Pieces per package Product No.
Size 3 for pole mounting plates size 3 vertical 1 GHG 610 1955 R0104
Size 3A for wall/truss mounting plates size 3 vertical 1 GHG 610 1955 R0105
Size 3B for horizontal boom mounting plates size 3 1 GHG 610 1955 R0106

The products are delivered in sets listed in the tables.

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