Lovato GLC0500T4C1 four-pole changeover switch, a 500 A AC manual source transfer switch designed for industrial power distribution, generator changeover systems and electrical control panels.
£1,030.99
The Lovato GLC0500T4C1 is a heavy-duty four-pole changeover switch designed for reliable manual transfer between two electrical supply sources in demanding industrial and commercial low-voltage installations. As part of the Lovato GLC changeover switch series, it provides dependable AC switching, isolation and source selection for power distribution systems, generator changeover applications and electrical control panels.
Engineered for demanding environments, the GLC0500T4C1 combines high switching performance with robust mechanical construction to ensure long service life. Its screw-on-plate mounting, visible contacts and I-0-II operating positions provide safe and reliable manual source selection for critical electrical installations.
With a rated conventional free air thermal current of 500 A, a four-pole configuration and support for AC systems up to 690 V, the GLC0500T4C1 is ideal for mains-to-generator changeover, three-phase plus neutral distribution systems and high-current industrial power applications.
The Lovato GLC0500T4C1 enables safe manual transfer of electrical loads between two independent power supplies whilst providing complete isolation in the OFF position. Its four-pole design switches all three phases and the neutral conductor, making it suitable for installations requiring complete source separation.
Designed for industrial power distribution, standby generator installations and critical infrastructure, the GLC0500T4C1 delivers dependable switching performance, excellent electrical characteristics and reliable long-term operation.
| Current | 500 A |
|---|---|
| Phase | Three Phase |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric |
| Series | GLC |
| Model | GLC0500T4C1 |
| Product type | Changeover switch / switch disconnector |
| Number of poles | 4 |
| Rated current Ith | 500 A |
| Operating voltage type | AC |
| Maximum operational voltage | 690 V AC |
| Rated insulation voltage | 1000 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage | 12 kV |
| Rated operational power AC-23A | 250 kW at 400 V, 500 kW at 690 V |
| Conditional short-circuit current | 80 kA |
| Short-circuit protection fuse | gG 500 A |
| Making capacity AC-23A at 400 V | 5000 A |
| Breaking capacity AC-23A at 400 V | 4000 A |
| Switching positions | I-0-II |
| Installation type | Screw on plate |
| Terminal type | M10 x 25 |
| Mechanical durability | 10,000 operating cycles |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to +55°C |
| Maximum altitude | 3000 m |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 154.9 × 212.5 × 212.5 mm |
| Weight | approx. 8.81 kg |
| HS Code | 85365080 |
The Lovato GLC0500T4C1 is designed for manually transferring electrical loads between two AC power sources whilst providing safe isolation.
This model has a conventional free air thermal current rating of 500 A.
The four-pole design allows all three phases and the neutral conductor to be switched simultaneously, ensuring complete source isolation.
The switch is suitable for AC systems with rated operational voltages up to 690 V AC.
It is typically installed in industrial switchboards, generator changeover panels and electrical distribution systems using screw-on-plate mounting.
Lovato GLC changeover switches are trusted by electrical engineers, panel builders and OEM manufacturers for dependable manual source transfer, robust construction and reliable operation in demanding industrial power distribution applications.
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