Eaton
203 Cooper Circle
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Phone: 770-632-2212
Date
For Release
Contact
February 24, 2015
Immediately
Tami Armagost, 770-632-2212
Eaton Provides Reliable and Safe Control Technology with Durable Non-fused
Motor Control Disconnect Switch for Industrial and Commercial Applications
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. … Power management company Eaton has introduced its new nonmetallic motor control disconnect switch. An extension of Eaton’s metallic motor controls line,
the non-metallic motor control disconnect switch offers a practical and flexible control
disconnect solution that is designed to provide a secondary means of power shut down for
industrial manufacturers and applications in the food and beverage industry.
Constructed with industrial strength NEMA 4x Valox® thermoplastic materials, the nonmetallic motor control disconnect switch is built to withstand corrosive and industrial
environments and is IP67 rated while offering 30 or 60 ampere switch options. The switch
provides the ideal solution for three-phase power switching applications and has options for
standard or variable frequency drive (VFD) auxiliary contacts available for each unit.
“The non-metallic motor control disconnect switch is a heavy-duty, reliable, easily accessible
switch solution for our customers,” said Andrew Bernard, marketing manager, Eaton’s Wiring
Devices Division. “Its features provide versatility and it is designed to withstand challenging
environments.”
Having a resilient, succinct design and mounting feet alternatives allow for the switch’s
adaptable installation to fit the needs of unique industrial environments. The switch’s feet can
be positioned horizontally or vertically, is Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) rail mounted
and has options for mounting feet that can provide for a ¼ inch gap or flush mount for various
wash down procedures.
-more-
Eaton/Page 2
The switch also includes a padlock option to comply with Occupational Safety and Health
Standards (OSHA) lock-out tag-out 1910.147 requirements, which ensures isolation of
energy unless the device is in use or being serviced. The switch’s durable enclosure is also
protected from dust and water intrusions, securing the device and providing safety for users.
For additional information or to learn more about other products offered by Eaton’s Arrow
Hart, visit www.arrowhart.com
Eaton’s electrical business is a global leader with expertise in power distribution and circuit
protection; backup power protection; control and automation; lighting and security; structural
solutions and wiring devices; solutions for harsh and hazardous environments; and
engineering services. Eaton is positioned through its global solutions to answer today’s most
critical electrical power management challenges.
Eaton is a power management company with 2014 sales of $22.6 billion. Eaton provides
energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and
mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton has approximately 102,000
employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more
information, visit www.eaton.com.
###