Technical Parameters
Parameter Specification Notes / Explanation
Series / Type System Pro M - GSJ High Breaking Capacity Switch-Disconnector
Device Type Manual Rotary Switch-Disconnector (Isolator) Provides visible isolation gap.
Standards IEC/EN 60947-3, IEC/EN 60947-1
Poles 3 Poles (Standard for this frame). Also available in 2-pole and 4-pole versions with different codes.
Main Circuit Ratings
• Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 690 V AC
• Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 800 V AC
• Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp) 8 kV
• Rated Operational Current (Ie) 32 A (at AC-23A) The 201 in GSJ201 typically indicates the 32A frame size.
Breaking Capacity Key differentiator of the GSJ series.
• Rated Service Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Ics) 25 kA at 415V AC, cos φ=0.25 Can interrupt a 25kA fault and remain operational.
• Rated Ultimate Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Icu) 36 kA at 415V AC, cos φ=0.25 Maximum fault current it can safely interrupt.
• Rated Making Capacity (Icm) 66 kA (peak) at 415V AC For closing against short-circuit.
Utilization Category AC-23A (For switching of squirrel-cage motors, up to 8xIe inrush) Also suitable for AC-20, AC-21, AC-22.
Mechanical Life ≥ 20,000 operations
Electrical Life (AC-23A) ≥ 5,000 operations at full rated current
Handle (C32) Key Feature
• Type Flush-mounted, square-shaped rotary handle. Provides a flat, professional panel appearance.
• Knob Black rotary knob, can be padlocked in the OFF position (typically up to 3 padlocks).
• Mounting Installed through a 30x30 mm square cutout in the panel door.
• Position Indicator Clear ON (I) / OFF (O) marking on the knob.
Auxiliary Contacts Optional add-on auxiliary contact blocks (e.g., GS-AX series) for signaling ON/OFF status. Not included in base C32 version.
Terminals Screw-clamp terminals suitable for copper/aluminum cables.
Connection Capacity Up to 35 mm² (for main terminals)
Mounting Mounts on 35 mm DIN Rail (EN 60715) or directly on a panel. The switch body is mounted inside the cabinet.
Protection Degree IP40 (with handle installed on a panel)
Ambient Temperature Operating: -25°C to +70°C
Pollution Degree PD 3 For industrial environments.
Dimensions (Switch Body) Approx. 75 mm (W) x 120 mm (H) x 110 mm (D)
Weight Approx. 0.5 kg (switch body only)
Safety Approvals CE, cULus, CCC, etc.
The ABB GSJ201 C32 is a compact, heavy-duty rotary switch-disconnector (isolator) from ABB's System Pro M GS range. It is designed for main isolation, load breaking, and emergency switching in industrial control panels and distribution boards, where a high breaking capacity and durability are required in a compact size.