Schneider GV2L20 TeSys Deca Motor Circuit Breaker 18A Rotary Handle

The Schneider Electric GV2L20 is a 3-pole motor circuit breaker from the TeSys Deca range, rated at 18 A for motor protection up to 15 kW at 690 V AC. It delivers breaking capacities up to 100 kA at 230/240 V AC and features rotary handle operation for reliable motor circuit control and isolation.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: GV2L20
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
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• Series / range: TeSys Deca / TeSys GV2
• Product type: Motor circuit breaker
• Number of poles: 3P
• Rated current (In): 18 A
• Overcurrent protection: 341 A
• Rated operating voltage (Ue): 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 6 kV
• Breaking capacity (Icu): 100 kA at 230/240 V AC; 50 kA at 400/415 V AC; 4 kA at 690 V AC
• Motor power: 7.5 kW at 400/415 V AC; 9 kW at 500 V AC; 15 kW at 690 V AC
• Usage category: AC-3, AC-3e per IEC 60947-4-1
• Network type: AC, 50/60 Hz
• Control type: Rotary handle
• Connection type: Screw terminal, tightening torque 1.7 N.m
• Mounting: 35 mm DIN rail (snap-on) or panel mounting (2 x M4 screws)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 45 x 89 x 97 mm
• Weight: 0.33 kg
• IP protection rating: IP20 per IEC 60529
• IK protection rating: IK04
• Operating temperature: -20...60 °C
• Storage temperature: -40...80 °C
• Mechanical / electrical durability: 100,000 cycles
• Operating altitude: up to 2000 m
• Color: Dark gray
• Certifications: UL, CSA, CCC, EAC, UKCA, DNV-GL, BV, RINA, LROS, IECEE CB Scheme

Features and benefits:

• Current-based protection technology for precise motor overcurrent protection
• Suitable for isolation per IEC 60947-1, enabling safe disconnection of motor circuits
• Rotary handle with horizontal or vertical mounting position flexibility
• High durability with 100,000 mechanical and electrical operating cycles
• Wide operating temperature range of -20 to 60 °C for demanding industrial environments

Applications:

• Motor protection in industrial control panels and motor control centers
• Direct-on-line starters for pumps, fans, and compressors in HVAC and process systems
• Marine and offshore electrical installations (DNV-GL, BV, RINA, LROS certified)
• Machine tools and conveyor systems requiring reliable overcurrent protection

Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-2, EN/IEC 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, and CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys Deca range.

Also known as: Schneider GV2L20, Schneider Electric GV2L20, TeSys GV2 18A motor circuit breaker, motor protection switch 18A.