Schneider VCF5 TeSys Vario Emergency Stop Switch Disconnector 125 A

The Schneider Electric VCF5 is a TeSys Vario 3-pole emergency stop switch disconnector rated at 125 A, designed for door mounting in industrial enclosures. It operates at up to 690 V AC 50/60 Hz with a breaking capacity of 1000 A at 400 V, delivering reliable emergency isolation and disconnection for motor and load applications.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: VCF5
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: TeSys Vario
• Product type: Emergency stop switch disconnector
• Number of poles: 3P, contact composition: 3 NO
• Conventional free air thermal current [Ith]: 125 A
• Conventional enclosed thermal current [Ithe]: 100 A
• Rated operational current [Ie]: 68.5 A (AC-23, 400 V)
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Breaking capacity: 1000 A at 400 V (AC-21A / AC-22A / AC-23A)
• Rated conditional short circuit current: 10 kA at 400 V (125 A aM or gG fuse)
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV
• Network type: AC / DC
• Control type: Rotary handle, red with yellow front plate, padlockable (1-3 padlocks, 4-8 mm)
• Mounting: Door mounting for handle and switch, 4-screw fixing
• Mechanical and electrical durability: 30,000 cycles
• Terminal connection: Screw terminals, 95 mm² solid / 70 mm² flexible with cable end
• Dimensions: 90 mm (W) x 125 mm (H), base 90 x 90 mm
• Weight: 1.2 kg
• IP rating: IP20 / IP65 (IEC 60529)
• Operating temperature: -20 to 50°C
• Standard: IEC 60947-3
• Certifications: CCC, CSA, GL, UL, UKCA

Features and benefits:

• Suitable for isolation duty - ensures complete safe disconnection from the power supply
• Red rotary handle with yellow front plate provides clear, immediate emergency stop identification
• Padlockable in the OFF position with up to 3 padlocks for lockout/tagout safety compliance
• Compatible with both AC and DC networks, high-performance rated
• Robust construction rated for 30,000 mechanical and electrical operating cycles

Applications:

• Emergency stop and isolation of motors and industrial machinery
• Main disconnector duty in motor control centers and industrial control panels
• Door-mounted isolation switching in enclosures requiring front-panel emergency access
• Lockout/tagout safety procedures in manufacturing and process plant environments

Compliant with IEC 60947-3. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys Vario range.

Also known as: Schneider VCF5, Schneider Electric VCF5, TeSys Vario emergency stop disconnector, door-mounted rotary isolator switch.