The Schneider Electric INS63 3‑Pole 63 A Switch‑Disconnector is a manual switch and isolation device designed for use in low‑voltage electrical distribution systems
Specifications (English)
General
Product Type: Switch‑Disconnector / Isolator
Series / Family: ComPacT INS
Model: INS63 (3P)
Number of Poles: 3 (three phases)
Rated Current (In): 63 A
Mounting: Fixed panel or DIN‑rail support (plate mount)
Operation: Manual rotary handle for ON/OFF isolation
Application: Isolation and control of low‑voltage three‑phase circuits; maintenance switching
Electrical Ratings
Rated Operational Current (Ie):
AC‑22A: 63 A at 220/240 V, 380/415 V, 440/480 V, and 500 V AC
AC‑23A: 63 A at 220/240 V, 380/415 V, 440/480 V AC
AC‑23A: 40 A at 500 V AC (heavy duty)
DC‑22A / DC‑23A: 63 A at 125 V DC (two poles in series)
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue): Up to 500 V AC; 125 V DC in series configuration
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): 690 V AC
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp): 8 kV
Protection & Performance
Suitable for Isolation: Yes (positive contact indication)
Utilisation Categories: AC‑22A / AC‑23A (isolation and motor/inductive load switching)
Rated Short‑Circuit Making Capacity (Icm):
15 kA (switch‑disconnector alone at 500 V AC)
75 kA with upstream protective device at 500 V AC
Conditioned Rated Short‑Circuit Current (Iq): 36 kA
Rated Operation Power (AC‑23): Up to 30 kW at 380/415 V AC
Mechanical & Environmental
Handle Type: Manual rotary handle (black)
Contact Position Indicator: Yes
Visible Break: No (internal contacts)
Pollution Degree: 3
Mechanical Durability: ~20,000 cycles
Electrical Durability: ~1,500 cycles (depending on utilization category)
Cable Cross‑Section Range: 1.5–50 mm²
Degree of Protection: IP40 (front)
Dimensions (approx.): Height ~85 mm, Width ~90 mm, Depth ~62.5 mm
Operating Temperature Range: typically ‑25°C to +70°C ambient
Mounting Support: DIN‑rail or plate (front panel)
Standards