GX1611U25 Lovato 3P 3POS SWITCH GX1611U 48x48 FRONT MOUNT R/Y HANDLE

GX1611U25 Lovato 3P 3POS SWITCH GX1611U 48×48 FRONT MOUNT R/Y HANDLE

Lovato GX1611U25 is a 16 A 3-pole, 3-position GX rotary cam switch for three-phase motor reversing, featuring front mounting, a 48 × 48 mm plate and a red/yellow padlockable handle.

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Why Choose the Lovato GX1611U25 Rotary Cam Switch?

The Lovato GX1611U25 is a robust 3-pole, 3-position rotary cam reversing switch designed for manual direction control of three-phase motors in industrial machinery and control panels. As part of the Lovato GX rotary cam switch series, it uses switching diagram 11 and provides a dependable mechanical solution for forward, stop and reverse motor control.

Rated for a conventional free-air thermal current of 16 A, the GX1611U25 combines the compact square contact-block construction of the GX16 series with front-panel mounting. The switch uses three switching elements and provides high electrical insulation and mechanical durability for frequent industrial control duties.

This U25 version features a compact 48 × 48 mm front plate with a red/yellow padlockable handle, making it particularly suitable where clear operator identification and provision for securing the switch position are required. The operator provides IP65 frontal protection when correctly installed, while the terminals are protected to IP20.

Key Advantages

  • 3-pole, 3-position reversing switch for three-phase motor direction control.
  • 16 A conventional thermal current rating for industrial switching applications.
  • Compact 48 × 48 mm front-mounted format saves panel space.
  • Red/yellow padlockable handle provides clear operator identification and secure control.
  • IP65 frontal protection when correctly panel mounted.
  • High mechanical durability with up to 1,000,000 operating cycles.

Key Features

  • Lovato GX16 rotary cam switch series.
  • Switching diagram 11 for three-phase motor reversing.
  • 3 poles / 3 switching elements.
  • 3 operating positions for forward-stop-reverse control.
  • 16 A IEC conventional free-air thermal current (Ith).
  • 690 V AC rated insulation voltage (Ui) to IEC/EN.
  • 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp).
  • Front mounting with 48 × 48 mm plate.
  • Red/yellow padlockable rotary handle.
  • Screw terminals accepting IEC conductors from 0.5–2.5 mm².

Reliable Three-Phase Motor Reversing Control

Rotary cam reversing switches such as the Lovato GX1611U25 provide direct manual selection of motor direction by mechanically changing the required phase connections. The three-position switching arrangement provides a straightforward forward-stop-reverse interface for machinery where manual direction selection is required.

The GX series combines silver-alloy switching contacts, double-break contact operation and a compact square contact-block design for dependable industrial switching. The GX1611U25 adds a red/yellow padlockable operator, making it particularly useful for machinery and panels where secure and clearly identifiable manual motor control is important.

Typical Applications

  • Forward and reverse control of three-phase motors.
  • Industrial machinery and production equipment.
  • Conveyor and material handling systems.
  • Pumps, fans and mechanical drive systems requiring reversal.
  • Machine control panels and operator stations.
  • OEM machinery and industrial electrical panels.

Technical Specifications

HS Code 85365080
Manufacturer Lovato
Series GX / GX16
Model GX1611U25
Product type Rotary cam motor reversing switch
Switching diagram 11 – three-phase motor reversing switch
Number of poles 3
Number of positions 3
Number of switching elements 3
Conventional free-air thermal current (Ith) 16 A IEC/EN
Rated insulation voltage (Ui) 690 V IEC/EN
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 6 kV
Rated operational voltage 440 V
AC-1 / AC-21A operational current 16 A
AC-15 operational current at 220/230 V 8 A
Maximum gG fuse 16 A
Mounting Front panel mounting
Front plate 48 × 48 mm
Handle Red/yellow, padlockable
Terminal type Screw
IEC conductor capacity 0.5–2.5 mm²
Mechanical life 1,000,000 cycles
Frontal protection rating IP65
Terminal protection rating IP20
Operating temperature -25 to +55 °C
Storage temperature -40 to +70 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato GX1611U25 used for?

The GX1611U25 is a three-phase motor reversing rotary cam switch used to provide manual forward, stop and reverse control in industrial machinery and electrical panels.

What is the current rating of the GX1611U25?

The switch has an IEC conventional free-air thermal current rating of 16 A.

How many positions does the GX1611U25 have?

The GX1611U25 is a 3-position switch designed for three-phase motor reversing control using Lovato switching diagram 11.

What type of handle is fitted to the GX1611U25?

This U25 version is designed with a red/yellow padlockable handle and a compact 48 × 48 mm front plate.

What protection rating does the GX1611U25 provide?

The front of the switch provides IP65 protection when correctly installed, while the connection terminals are rated IP20.

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Lovato GX rotary cam switches provide machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial maintenance engineers with compact, mechanically durable switching solutions for motor control, isolation and manual machinery functions.

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