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VBF6
Guarantee security for high-performance applications under high current rating
Convenient to use with 3 options of padlockable operating handle
Ensure high protection degree under harsh environment
Multi standards certified
Compliant with Green Premium
Environmental Data
Total lifecycle Carbon footprint
40
Use Better
Packaging made with recycled cardboard
Yes
Use Again
Recyclability potential, in %
57
Take-back
No
TeSys Vario switch disconnector for door mounting, 3 poles, 175A/690V, for motor switching applications up to 45kW@400V AC-23. Complete unit composed of a switch body V6, a black handle with black 90x90mm front plate KAF3PZ. Intended for main switch disconnecting usage. Padlockable handle, for 3 padlocks (to be ordered separately). Handle with 4 screws fixing on door, ensuring IP65 to the mounting. Multi standards certified (IEC, UL, CSA, CCC, EAC, Marine), Green Premium compliant (RoHS/REACh).
| Range | TeSys |
|---|---|
| Product Name | TeSys VARIO |
| Device Short Name | VBF |
| Device Application | Preventive maintenance |
| Product Type | Emergency stop switch disconnector |
| Device Composition | Handle Switch |
|---|---|
| Mounting Support | Handle: door Switch: door |
| Mounting Method | By 4 screws for handle |
| Performance Level | High performance |
| Number of Poles | 3P |
| Contact Type and Composition | 3 NO |
| [Ue] IEC Rated Operational Voltage | 690 V AC 50/60 Hz |
| IEC Rated Operational Power in W | 30 kW at 230...240 V (AC-3) 37 kW at 400...415 V (AC-3) 37 kW at 690 V (AC-3) 45 kW at 500 V (AC-3) 45 kW at 690 V (AC-23A) 55 kW at 500 V (AC-23A) 30 kW at 230...240 V (AC-23A) 45 kW at 400...415 V (AC-23A) |
| [Ie] Rated Operational Current | 83 A AC-23 Ue: 400 V |
| [Ith] Conventional Free Air Thermal Current | 175 A |
| [Ithe] Conventional Enclosed Thermal Current | 140 A |
| Making Capacity ( I Rms) | 1750 A at 400 V AC-21A 1750 A at 400 V AC-22A 1750 A at 400 V AC-23A |
| Breaking Capacity | 1400 A at 400 V (AC-21A) 1400 A at 400 V (AC-22A) 1400 A at 400 V (AC-23A) |
| Rated Conditional Short Circuit Current | 10 kA at 400 V - associated fuse 200 A aM 10 kA at 400 V - associated fuse 200 A gG |
| [Icm] Rated Short Circuit Making Capacity | 2.8 kA at 400 V at Ipeak |
| [Icw] Rated Short Time Withstand Current | 2100 A at 400 V duration: 1 s |
| [Uimp] Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage | 8 kV |
| Suitability for Isolation | Yes |
| Network Type | AC DC |
| Intermittent Duty Class | 30 |
| Control Type | Rotary handle |
| Rotary Handle Mounting Style | Direct |
| Handle Color | Black |
| Handle Front Plate Color | Yellow |
| Rotary Handle Padlocking | 1 to 3 padlocks 4…8 mm |
| Marking | 0 - 1 |
| Mechanical Durability | 30000 cycles |
| Electrical Durability | 30000 cycles AC-21 30000 cycles DC-1...5 |
| IEC Terminal Connection | Power circuit: screw clamp terminals95 mm² - solid Power circuit: screw clamp terminals70 mm² - flexible - with cable end |
| Tightening Torque | Power circuit: 22.6 N.m - on screw clamp terminals |
| Base Dimension | 90 x 90 mm |
| Height | 125 mm |
| Width | 90 mm |
| Product Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Standards | IEC 60947-3 |
|---|---|
| Product Certifications | GL CSA CCC UL UKCA |
| Degree of Protection | IP20 conforming to IEC 60529 IP65 |
| Protective Treatment | TC |
| Mechanical Robustness | Vibrations 10...150 Hz (1 gn) conforming to IEC 60068-2-6 Shocks 11 ms (30 Gn) conforming to IEC 60068-2-27 |
| Ambient Air Temperature for Operation | -20…50 °C |
| Fire Resistance | 960 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1 |
| Compatibility Code | Main switch disconnector |
| Unit Type of Package 1 | PCE |
|---|---|
| Number of Units in Package 1 | 1 |
| Package 1 Height | 10.000 cm |
| Package 1 Width | 17.000 cm |
| Package 1 Length | 17.500 cm |
| Package 1 Weight | 1.062 kg |
| Unit Type of Package 2 | S03 |
| Number of Units in Package 2 | 6 |
| Package 2 Height | 30.000 cm |
| Package 2 Width | 30.000 cm |
| Package 2 Length | 40.000 cm |
| Package 2 Weight | 6.760 kg |
| Unit Type of Package 3 | P06 |
| Number of Units in Package 3 | 48 |
| Package 3 Height | 75.000 cm |
| Package 3 Width | 80.000 cm |
| Package 3 Length | 60.000 cm |
| Package 3 Weight | 62.080 kg |
| Warranty | 18 months |
|---|
Schneider Electric aims to achieve Net Zero status by 2050 through supply chain partnerships, lower impact materials, and circularity via our ongoing “Use Better, Use Longer, Use Again” campaign to extend product lifetimes and recyclability.
Total lifecycle Carbon footprint
40
Environmental Disclosure
Use Better
Packaging made with recycled cardboard
Yes
Packaging without single use plastic
No
Compliant with Exemptions
SCIP Number
08e3f4ae-a23f-4b62-852e-546014a86c40
REACh Regulation
Use Again
Recyclability potential, in %
57
End of life manual availability
No need of specific recycling operations
Take-back
No
WEEE Label
The product must be disposed on European Union markets following specific waste collection and never end up in rubbish bins
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