The Lovato GX3213U motor starting switch is a GX series rotary cam switch engineered for Dahlander 1-0-2 motor control. Rated at 32A Ith, it provides reliable two-speed pole-changing operation in compact control panels. Designed for front mounting (form U), it comes with a robust black handle and a 65x65mm front plate, with the GX32 product designation ensuring compatibility across the GX square-shaped contact block range.
Built for demanding environments, the GX3213U offers IP65 frontal protection and a 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage for dependable isolation and switching. Operates from -25 to +55 °C, storing from -40 to +70 °C. Conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, 60947-3, 60947-5-1 and 61058-1, plus UL60947-4-1 and CSA C22.2 n° 14, supporting compliance in global industrial applications.
Key Benefits
Dahlander 1-0-2 switching for reliable two-speed motor control.
GX series, square-shaped contact block for consistent integration.
What’s Included
Lovato GX3213U motor starting switch
Black handle for front mounting (U form)
65x65 mm front plate
Installation and safety information
Applications
Dahlander two-speed motor control in industrial machinery
Control panels requiring a 1-0-2 selector switch
Fans, pumps and conveyors with pole-changing motors
Enclosures needing IP65 frontal protection at the operator interface
General-purpose motor switching up to 32A Ith
Technical Specifications
HS Code
85365080
Product type designation
GX32
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 GX3213U provide?
It follows diagram 13, a Dahlander motor control switch with 1-0-2 positions for two-speed operation.
Is the GX3213U suitable for front mounting?
Yes. Mounting form U indicates front mounting with a black handle and 65x65 mm front plate.
What is the current rating of this switch?
The IEC conventional free air thermal current Ith is 32 A.
What protection and environmental ratings does it have?
The frontal face is IP65, with an operating temperature range of -25 to +55 °C.
Which standards does the GX3213U conform to?
It conforms to IEC/EN/BS 60947-1, 60947-3, 60947-5-1, 61058-1, plus UL60947-4-1 and CSA C22.2 n° 14.
Safety note: Install and commission only by qualified personnel. Isolate power before work, and observe the 32A Ith rating, temperature limits, and correct mounting to maintain IP65 frontal protection.
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