Lovato GX1613U is a GX series rotary cam switch designed for Dahlander motor control with 1-0-2 positions. Part of Lovato’s motor starting switches range, it delivers 16 A Ith and robust front mounting (type U) with a black handle and a 48 x 48 mm front plate. The square GX contact block aids compact, consistent panel layouts.
Engineered for tough panels, the GX1613U offers IP65 frontal protection, a 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage, and dependable operation from -25 to +55 °C (storage -40 to +70 °C). It meets IEC/EN/BS 60947 series and IEC/EN/BS 61058-1, plus UL and CSA standards, delivering assured performance and compliance across industrial control applications.
Key Benefits
Dahlander 1-0-2 switching for two-speed motor control.
16 A conventional free air thermal current (Ith) rating.
IP65 frontal protection for reliable operator interface sealing.
U front mounting with black handle for easy panel access.
48 x 48 mm front plate suits compact control panel layouts.
6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage enhances electrical resilience.
Operates from -25 to +55 °C; storage -40 to +70 °C.
What’s Included
Lovato GX1613U rotary cam switch
Pre-fitted black handle and 48 x 48 mm front plate
Product documentation (PDF datasheet available)
Applications
Two-speed (Dahlander) motor control 1-0-2 applications
Industrial control panels requiring front-mounted rotary cam switching
Operator stations needing IP65 frontal protection
OEM machinery using GX series square contact blocks
Technical Specifications
HS Code
85365080
Product type designation
GX16
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp
6 kV
Operating temperature
-25 to +55 °C
Storage temperature
-40 to +70 °C
IP degree (frontal)
IP65
Frequently Asked Questions
What switching function does the GX1613U provide?
It is a Dahlander motor control switch with 1-0-2 positions, switching diagram 13.
What is the current rating of this switch?
The IEC conventional free air thermal current (Ith) is 16 A.
How is the unit mounted and what handle is supplied?
Mounting form U indicates front mounting with a black handle.
What is the frontal protection rating?
The front has an IP65 degree of protection.
What are the temperature ranges?
Operating range is -25 to +55 °C; storage is -40 to +70 °C.
Safety note: Installation and servicing should be performed by qualified personnel with power isolated. Use within the stated ratings and applicable standards.
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