Schneider VCF1GE TeSys Vario Emergency Stop Switch Disconnector 25 A

The Schneider Electric VCF1GE is a TeSys VARIO emergency stop switch disconnector rated at 25 A, designed for safe isolation and emergency switching in industrial applications. It features a 3-pole configuration with a red rotary handle and yellow front plate, providing high-performance disconnection up to 690 V AC. The unit offers a conventional enclosed thermal current of 25 A and a rated operational current of 21.8 A at 400 V (AC-23A).

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: VCF1GE
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
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• Series / range: TeSys VARIO
• Product type: Switch disconnector enclosure for emergency stop
• Number of poles: 3P
• Control type: Rotary handle
• Handle color: Red
• Front plate color: Yellow
• Handle locking: 1 to 3 padlocks, 4-8 mm
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 8 kV
• Conventional enclosed thermal current [Ithe]: 25 A
• Rated operational current [Ie]: 21.8 A (AC-23A) at 400 V
• Rated power: 11 kW at 400 V (AC-23), 7.5 kW at 400 V (AC-3)
• Making capacity (Irms): 320 A at 400 V (AC-21A, AC-22A, AC-23A)
• Rated short-circuit making capacity [Icm]: 1 kA at 400 V peak
• Rated short-time withstand current [Icw]: 384 A at 400 V, 1 s
• Rated conditional short-circuit current: 10 kA at 400 V with 35 A aM or gG fuse
• Breaking capacity: 250 A at 400 V (AC-21A, AC-22A, AC-23A)
• Mechanical endurance: 100,000 cycles
• Electrical endurance: 100,000 cycles (AC-21), 30,000 cycles (DC-1 to DC-5)
• Connection type: Screw terminal blocks - 10 mm² solid / 6 mm² flexible with cable end
• Tightening torque: 2.1 N.m (screw terminal blocks)
• IP protection rating: IP65 per IEC 60529
• Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C
• Standards: IEC 60204, IEC 60947-4-1
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 90 x 146 x 131 mm
• Weight: 0.5 kg

Features and benefits:

• Red rotary handle with yellow front plate provides clear visual identification for emergency stop operations
• Padlockable handle accepts 1 to 3 padlocks (4-8 mm) for lockout/tagout safety procedures
• IP65 enclosure protection against dust and water jets, suitable for demanding industrial environments
• High mechanical and electrical endurance of up to 100,000 cycles ensures long service life
• Suitable for isolation per IEC 60204, confirming safe disconnection of machinery
• Vibration and shock resistant per IEC 60068-2-6 and IEC 60068-2-27 for robust installation

Applications:

• Emergency stop and safe isolation of motors and machinery in industrial automation panels
• Lockout/tagout applications requiring padlockable disconnection points
• Motor control centers and machine tool electrical enclosures
• Industrial process equipment requiring reliable emergency disconnection up to 11 kW at 400 V
• Harsh environments where IP65 protection is required for switch disconnectors

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

Also known as: Schneider VCF1GE, Schneider Electric VCF1GE, TeSys VARIO emergency stop disconnector, VCF1GE switch disconnector.