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LOAD-Break Switch N2-160

Eaton · Switchgear & Protection · Disconnect Switches · Ireland · eaton.com
Part Number
N2-160  ·  HS 8536.90
LOAD-Break Switch N2-160

Eaton N2-160 Load-break switch 3P 160A with release.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer part number (MPN)N2-160
EAN / GTIN4015082660086
HS code8536.90
Sales unitpcs
Eaton catalogue number266008
Depth142 mm
Height185 mm
Width105 mm
Weight1.945 kg
CompliancesRoHS conform
CertificationsIEC; IEC/EN 60947
FunctionsVoltage release optional; Disconnectors/main switches; Interlockable
Amperage Rating160 A
ApplicationUse in unearthed supply systems at 690 V
Circuit breaker frame typeN2
FeaturesVersion as emergency stop installation; Version as main switch; Motor drive optional; Version as maintenance-/service switch
Number of polesThree-pole
TypeSwitch-disconnector
Ambient operating temperature - max70 °C
Ambient storage temperature - max70 °C
Ambient operating temperature - min-25 °C
Equipment heat dissipation, current-dependent19.66 W
Rated operational current for specified heat dissipation (In)160 A
Direction of incoming supplyAs required
Electrical connection type of main circuitScrew connection
Handle typeRocker lever
Isolation300 V AC (between the auxiliary contacts); 500 V AC (between auxiliary contacts and main contacts)
Lifespan, electrical10000 operations at 415 V AC-1; 7500 operations at 415 V AC-3; 5000 operations at 690 V AC-3; 10000 operations at 400 V AC-1; 7500 operations at 400 V AC-3; 7500 operations at 690 V AC-1
Number of operations per hour - max120
Overvoltage categoryIII
Pollution degree3
Rated conditional short-circuit current with back-up fuse100 kA at 400/415 V; PN2(N2)-160…250: 250 AgGgL; 80 kA at 690 V
Rated conditional short-circuit current with downstream fuse80 kA at 690 V; 100 kA at 400/415 V; PN2(N2)-160…250: 250 AgGgL
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) at auxiliary contacts6000 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) at main contacts8000 V
Rated insulation voltage (Ui)690 V
Rated operating frequency50 Hz
Rated operating power at AC-23, 400 V90 kW
Rated operating voltage (Ue) at AC - max690 V
Rated operational current160 A (415 V AC-22/23A, making and breaking capacity); 160 A (690 V AC-22/23A, making and breaking capacity)
Rated short-circuit making capacity Icm at 690 V, 50/60 Hz5.5 kA
Rated short-time withstand current (Icw)3.5 kA
Rated short-time withstand current (t = 0.3 s)3.5 kA
Rated short-time withstand current (t = 1 s)3.5 kA
Short-circuit protective device fuses - max250 A gL
Voltage rating690 V - 690 V
Climatic proofingDamp heat, constant, to IEC 60068-2-78; Damp heat, cyclic, to IEC 60068-2-30
Degree of protectionIP20 (basic protection type, in the area of the HMI devices); Other
Degree of protection (IP), front sideIP40 (with insulating surround); IP66 (with door coupling rotary handle); IP20
Degree of protection (terminations)IP10 (tunnel terminal); IP00 (terminations, phase insulator and band terminal)
Handle colorBlack
Lifespan, mechanical20000 operations
Mounting MethodIntermediate mounting; Distribution board installation; Ground mounting; Built-in device fixed built-in technique; Fixed
Number of auxiliary contacts (change-over contacts)0
Number of auxiliary contacts (normally closed contacts)0
Number of auxiliary contacts (normally open contacts)0
Number of switches1
Protection against direct contactFinger and back-of-hand proof to DIN EN 50274/VDE 0106 part 110
Shock resistance20 g (half-sinusoidal shock 20 ms)
Switch positionsI, +, 0
Optional terminalsBox terminal. Connection on rear. Tunnel terminal
Standard terminalsScrew terminal
Terminal capacity (aluminum solid conductor/cable)16 mm² (1x) at tunnel terminal; 10 mm² - 16 mm² (2x) direct at switch rear-side connection; 10 mm² - 16 mm² (1x) direct at switch rear-side connection
Terminal capacity (aluminum stranded conductor/cable)25 mm² - 185 mm² (1x) at 1-hole tunnel terminal
Terminal capacity (copper busbar)Min. 16 mm x 5 mm direct at switch rear-side connection; Max. 24 mm x 8 mm direct at switch rear-side connection; M8 at rear-side screw connection
Terminal capacity (copper solid conductor/cable)10 mm² - 16 mm² (1x) at box terminal; 6 mm² - 16 mm² (2x) direct at switch rear-side connection; 10 mm² - 16 mm² (1x) direct at switch rear-side connection; 16 mm² (1x) at tunnel terminal; 6 mm² - 16 mm² (2x) at box terminal
Terminal capacity (copper stranded conductor/cable)25 mm² - 70 mm² (2x) at box terminal; 25 mm² - 185 mm² (1x) at box terminal; 25 mm² - 70 mm² (2x) direct at switch rear-side connection; 25 mm² - 185 mm² (1x) direct at switch rear-side connection; 25 mm² - 185 mm² (1x) at 1-hole tunnel terminal
Terminal capacity (copper strip)Max. 10 segments of 24 mm x 0.8 mm at rear-side connection (punched); Min. 2 segements of 16 mm x 0.8 mm at rear-side connection (punched); Max. 10 segments of 16 mm x 0.8 mm at box terminal; Min. 2 segments of 9 mm x 0.8 mm at box terminal; Max. 8 segments of 15.5 mm x 0.8 mm (2x) at box terminal
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