The Schneider Electric WNTSA160‑4T (Automatic Transfer / Changeover Switch) is a 4‑pole (3 phases + neutral), 160 A rated automatic power transfer switch designed to automatically changeover electrical load between two AC power sources to maintain continuity of supply.
Specifications
Parameter Specification
Manufacturer Schneider Electric
Product Family TransferPacT / WATSN Automatic Transfer Switch
Model Series WNTSA / WATSN‑class (frame for 160 A)
Device Type Automatic Transfer / Changeover Switch (ATS)
Poles 4P (three phases + neutral)
Rated Operational Current (Ie) 160 A at 60 °C (continuous)
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 400 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Network Type AC three‑phase
Transfer Switch Classification PC class changeover switch / ATS
Utilisation Category AC‑33B (suitable for power changeover)
Contact Positions 3 mechanical/electrical positions (e.g., Source1 / Off / Source2)
Signal Contacts Options such as 1 NO + 2 NC, 1 NC + 2 NO, or 2 NO for remote status reporting
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) Switch: ≤800 V AC; Controller: ~500 V
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp) 8 kV (switch), ~6 kV (controller)
Short‑Circuit Making Capacity (Icm) ~154 kA with upstream protection (400 V AC)
Short‑Time Withstand (Icw) ~10 kA for 0.1 s
Mechanical Interlocking With mechanical interlock for safe switch transitions
Mechanical Durability ~10,000 cycles
Mounting Fixed plate or DIN‑rail support
Control Type Rotary knob / selector switch with automatic and manual modes
Locking Options Padlockable OFF position for safety
Protection Degree IP40 front (auto mode) / IP20 inside enclosure (manual)
Temperature Range ‑25 °C to +70 °C (operation)
Standards & Compliance IEC 60947‑6‑1, CE, CB, CCC certifications