Schneider VCF3 TeSys Vario Emergency Stop Switch Disconnector 63 A

The Schneider Electric VCF3 is a TeSys Vario 63 A, 3-pole emergency stop switch disconnector designed for door mounting on industrial control panels. It operates on circuits up to 690 V AC 50/60 Hz, is approved for isolation duty, and features a red rotary handle on a yellow front plate for immediate emergency identification.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: VCF3
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: TeSys Vario
• Number of poles: 3P, contact composition: 3 NO
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated operational current [Ie]: 41.5 A (AC-23, 400 V)
• Conventional free air thermal current [Ith]: 63 A
• Conventional enclosed thermal current [Ithe]: 50 A
• Breaking capacity: 500 A at 400 V (AC-21A, AC-22A, AC-23A)
• Rated conditional short circuit current: 10 kA at 400 V (63 A aM or gG fuse)
• Network type: AC and DC
• Suitable for isolation: Yes
• Control: Direct rotary handle, red with yellow front plate, marking 0-1
• Padlocking: 1 to 3 padlocks, 4-8 mm shackle
• Mechanical and electrical durability: 30,000 cycles
• Terminal connection: Screw terminals - 25 mm² solid / 16 mm² flexible with cable end
• Tightening torque: 4 N.m
• Dimensions: W 60 x H 83 mm, base 60 x 60 mm
• Weight: 0.56 kg
• IP rating: IP20 / IP65
• Operating temperature: -20 to 50°C
• Standard: IEC 60947-3
• Certifications: GL, CCC, CSA, UL, UKCA
• Mounting: Door mounting, 4-screw handle fixing

Features and benefits:

• Red handle on yellow front plate provides instant visual identification for emergency stop operations
• Lockout/tagout-ready with up to 3 padlocks (4-8 mm shackle) for safe maintenance isolation
• Suitable for isolation on both AC and DC networks for versatile application
• 30,000-cycle mechanical and electrical durability for long service life in demanding environments
• Door-mounted rotary handle enables safe switching without opening the enclosure

Applications:

• Emergency stop and isolation of industrial machinery and motor control circuits
• Main disconnector in switchgear cabinets and control enclosures
• Machine safety panels requiring lockout/tagout compliance
• Industrial automation systems with door-mounted disconnect requirements

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

Also known as: Schneider VCF3, Schneider Electric VCF3, TeSys Vario emergency disconnector, door-mounted safety switch disconnector.