The Schneider Electric WG‑800/500/3 Load‑Break Switch / Manual Switch‑Disconnector is a robust electrical isolation and switching device designed for industrial and commercial three‑phase power distribution systems.
Specifications
Specification Details
Product Type Manual Load‑Break Switch / Switch‑Disconnect Device
Series / Family Schneider Electric WG Series
Model / Designation WG‑800/500/3
Number of Poles 3‑pole (3P)
Rated Current (Ith) 800 A (conventional free‑air thermal current rating)
Utilization Current (Ie) 500 A typical usable switching current in load‑break applications
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) Up to 690 V AC, 50/60 Hz (typical for WG series)
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 1000 V AC typical switch insulation rating
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp) 12 kV (typical per IEC standards)
Short‑Circuit Making Capacity (Icm) High fault current capability when paired with upstream protection (varies with installation)—switch alone withstands significant short‑time currents per IEC standards
Utilization Category AC‑33B (switching and isolation of power circuits)
Control / Operation Manual rotary or lever handle (mechanical)
Mounting Mode Fixed mounting on panel/backplate
Pollution Degree Typically 3 (industrial environments)
Standards Compliance IEC 60947‑1, IEC 60947‑3 switch‑disconnector standards