Schneider VCF3GE TeSys Vario Emergency Stop Switch Disconnector 50 A

The Schneider Electric VCF3GE is a TeSys VARIO emergency stop switch disconnector in an enclosure, rated 50 A at 690 V AC. Designed for high-performance motor isolation and emergency switching, it features a lockable red rotary handle (1 to 3 padlocks, 4...8 mm) with a yellow front plate.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: VCF3GE
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: TeSys VARIO
• Number of poles: 3P
• Conventional enclosed thermal current [Ithe]: 50 A
• Rated operational current [Ie]: 41.5 A (AC-23A) at 400 V
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV
• Rated power: 22 kW at 400 V (AC-23), 18.5 kW at 400 V (AC-3)
• Breaking capacity: 500 A at 400 V (AC-21A, AC-22A, AC-23A)
• Rated conditional short-circuit current: 10 kA at 400 V with 63 A aM or gG fuse
• Mechanical endurance: 30,000 cycles
• Electrical endurance: 30,000 cycles (AC-21, DC-1...5)
• Connection: Screw terminal blocks, 25 mm² solid / 16 mm² flexible with ferrule; tightening torque 4 N.m
• IP protection rating: IP65 (IEC 60529)
• Operating temperature: -20...50 °C
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 157 x 180 x 152 mm
• Weight: 0.93 kg

Features and benefits:

• IP65-rated enclosure provides dust-tight and water jet protection for demanding industrial environments
• Lockable red rotary handle with yellow front plate accepts 1 to 3 padlocks for lockout/tagout safety procedures
• 10 kA conditional short-circuit rating with coordinated 63 A aM or gG fuse for safe installation
• 30,000-cycle mechanical and electrical endurance for long service life
• Vibration and shock resistant per IEC 60068-2-6 and IEC 60068-2-27

Applications:

• Emergency stop and isolation of motors up to 22 kW on industrial machinery
• Lockout/tagout safety stations on production and assembly lines
• Motor control panels in manufacturing and process industries
• Installations in harsh or outdoor environments requiring IP65-rated electrical switching

Compliant with IEC 60947-4-1 and IEC 60204. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys VARIO range.

Also known as: Schneider VCF3GE, Schneider Electric VCF3GE, TeSys Vario 50A emergency stop disconnector, Schneider motor isolator switch.