Siemens TYPE VBII Series User guide

Type VBII
safety
VBII Selection and Application Guide

2
You Asked for It. Siemens Listened.
Contents
Features 4-5
Enclosure Ratings and Types 6-10
Plug Fuse Type 11
General Duty Switches
Features 12
General Duty Types 13
Heavy Duty Switches
Features 14-15
Heavy Duty Switch Types 16-18
Special Application/
Interlocked Receptacle Switches 19-21
Accessories 22-24
Hub and Lug Data 25-26
Dimensions Special Application
Safety switches 27
Double Throw Switches 28-29
Detailed Dimension Drawings 30-47
Replacement Parts 48
Fuse Application & Selection 49
Fuse Application & Dimensions 50-51
Ratings & Test Requirements 52-53
Suggested Specifications 54-55
Catalog Numbering System 56
Siemens asked contractors for everything they wanted in an enclosed safety switch.
Their input helped create the toughest, most reliable, most hassle-free enclosed
safety switch in the business—the Siemens Type VBII Safety Switch. It’s a switch
that’s right for any commercial, industrial or special use application. The Siemens
Safety Switch line offers a list of important features that gives contractors
a competitive edge:
• Highly visible, easy-to-grip red handle
• Visible blade construction
• Door that opens greater than 180º
• Quick-make, quick-break mechanism
• 200% optional neutrals (100-600 Amps)
• All copper current-carrying parts on heavy duty switches (except lugs)
• Positive two- and three-point mounting
Ratings
• 30-1200 amps
• 240 and 600 volts AC
• 250 and 600 volts DC
• 100 AlC for general duty switches
• 200 AlC for heavy duty switches
• Design E horsepower rated
• Suitable for use as service equipment
• Provisions for UL Class T, R, J, L and H fuses
• 12X overload rating that exceeds industrystandard of 10X

One Tough Switch: Siemens Type VBII Safety Switch
Siemens now offers a complete line
of enclosed switches featuring
unique and innovative designs that
are unparalleled in the industry.
General and Heavy Duty Switches
Feature a Time-Proven Design
Like the time-proven Vacu-Break design,
the Siemens VBII double-break switch-
ing action breaks the arc in two places.
This reduces heat generation and
increases switching speed by doubling
the breaking distance. The result is
enhanced performance and increased
longevity. We also provide the most
visible blade design available today.
Unlike conventional knife blade switch-
es, the blades are self-aligning to
ensure positive contact. In addition,
they have no wear and friction point
since the “electrical hinge” has been
eliminated. The result is a very fast,
positive and reliable switching action
for even the most severe applications.
3
closed
in operation
open
One Tough Switch:
More Rugged and Durable
in Demanding Applications
Siemens engineers tackled the
problem of designing a switch that
would stand up under the most
demanding industrial conditions,
such as those in steel mills and mining
operations. These environments
require a switch that must work
reliably and safely in the midst of
falling liquids, airborne fibers, dust,
metal particles, coolants and other
contaminants.
Tested and Retested
All Siemens safety switches have been
tested not only to meet but to exceed
all UL requirements. These tests
include those for general purpose
enclosed switches and those designed
for more specialized purposes where
applicable. The result is a rugged,
reliable design that will provide
superior performance in a wide
variety of applications.

General and Heavy Duty Features
Siemens Type VBII Safety Switch
Application
General Duty Switches
General Duty Switches are intended for
applications where reliable performance
and continuity of service are needed,
but where duty requirements are not
severe and usual service conditions
prevail. These switches are intended for
use primarily with supply circuits rated
240V AC or less where the available
fault current is less than 100,000A
when used with Class R or T fuses
or 10,000A max. when used with
Class H fuses.
Fuses
General Duty Switches
Fusible switches will accept
the following UL class fuses:
Class H
Class K
Class R—Class R fuse clip rejecter kits
are required.
Class T—200-600A switches (200A
switches require field adapter kit)
Heavy Duty Switches
Fusible switches will accept
the following UL class fuses:
Class H
Class K
Class R—Class R fuse clip
rejecter kits are required
Class J—240 and 600V switches 600V
switches are field convertible
Class L—800 and 1200A switches only
Class T—100-1200A switches (100 and
200A switches require an adapter kit)
Cover Interlocks
General Duty Switches
Defeatable-cover interlocks on Type 1
switches and 60-600A Type 3R switches
prevent the switch door from being
opened when in the ON position.
Heavy Duty Switches
Defeatable dual cover interlocks are
standard on all heavy duty switches.
Prevents cover from being opened
when switch is in the ON position and
prevents switch from being turned ON
when door is opened.
Padlocks
General & Heavy Duty Switches
Padlockable cover latch and multiple
padlock provisions on handle.
NEMA Specifications
Meets NEMA standard KS-1-1990 for
type GD and HD switches.
Application
Heavy Duty Switches
Heavy Duty Switches are intended for
use in applications where:
1. Rugged construction, reliable
performance, continuity of service and
ease of maintenance are emphasized
2. Available fault currents higher than
10,000A are likely to be encountered,
such as in manufacturing plants, mass
production industries and commercial,
institutional and other large buildings
served by network systems or
transformers of higher capacities
3. System voltage is 600V AC or DC
max
4. A Type 12 or 4 / 4X enclosure is
required
Short-circuit Withstand Ratings
General Duty Switches
Suitable for use on systems capable of
delivering not more than 100,000 RMS
symmetrical amperes of fault current
when Class R fuses are installed. Also
rated 100,000 AC max. in 200-600A
ratings with Class J and T fuses.
Short Circuit Withstand Ratings
Heavy Duty Switches
Suitable for use on systems capable of
delivering not more than 200,000
RMS➀symmetrical amperes of fault
current when Class J or R fuses are
installed except the 800 and 1200A
switches, which are suitable for use on
circuits capable of delivering not more
than 200,000 RMS symmetrical
amperes of fault current when
Class L fuses are installed. 100-1200A
switches with Class T fuses and field
adapter kit are also 200,000 RMS
symmetrical rated.
4➀ 100,000 RMS for 60 A compact non-fusible switches.

✓✓✓30-600 Amps
✓✓800 and 1200 Amps
✓✓✓240 Volts AC
✓✓600 Volts AC
✓✓✓250 Volts DC
✓600 Volts DC
✓✓✓Double-break visible blade
design (30-200A)
✓✓✓ Quick-make, quick-break switching action
✓✓✓Highly visible ON/OFF handle indication
✓Handle design for hook stick operation
✓✓✓Padlockable cover latch
✓✓✓Padlockable handle
✓➂✓Single voidable cover interlock
✓✓Dual voidable cover interlock
✓✓✓Type 1 enclosure
✓✓✓Type 3R enclosure
✓✓Type 12 enclosure
✓✓Type 4/4X enclosure
✓✓✓ Generous wiring gutters that meet UL and
NEC wire-bending space requirements
✓✓✓Lugs suitable for copper or aluminum
at 60˚C or 75˚C
✓✓✓CU/AL wire lugs that meet
UL 486B requirements
✓✓Suitable for field-convertible
compression connectors
➅✓✓All plated copper current carrying parts
(except lugs)
✓✓✓Spring reinforced Fuse Clips
(except 30A general duty)
✓✓Clear pivoting line terminal shield
✓✓✓Replacement parts
✓Field addable 200% neutral
✓➆✓➆✓➀Provisions for UL Class T, R and H fuses
✓✓
➀Provisions for UL Class J and L fuses
✓✓Metal nameplate
✓✓Aux. switch kit
➃Type 4X with stainless steel interior parts
✓➄✓Rolled flange enclosure design (30-200A)
✓UL approved HP ratings for
✓high efficiency motors
✓✓Isolated ground kits
Underwriters’ Laboratories Inc.
Listed by UL under file #E4776 as
enclosed switches and also suitable for
use as service equipment except on
1200A switches on Y systems of more
than 150V to ground.
Meets UL98 standard for enclosed
switches and enclosures
Type 1 switches—general purpose enclo-
sures (Type 1)
Type 3R switches—rainproof enclosures
(Type 3R)
Type 4/4X switches—special purpose
enclosures (Type 4/4X)
Type 12 switches—special
purpose enclosures (Type 12).
Groundable Neutrals
General & Heavy Duty Switches
Switches designed for use on systems
requiring neutrals to have groundable
neutral blocks.
Feature Comparison
General Heavy Double
Duty Duty Throw Features / Ratings
5
➀400 & 600A fusible, double-throw switches accept only Class J or T fuses.
➁30A general duty switches have fuse clips constructed of spring type copper.
➂Not supplied on 30A outdoor & plug fuse switches.
➃30-200A Type VBII in stainless steel enclosures.
➄60-200A
➅200A general duty switches have aluminum neutral assemblies.
➆100-600A GD and 100-1200A HD switches will accept Class T fuses

Type 1 enclosures are intended for
indoor use primarily to provide
protection against contact with the
enclosed equipment in locations where
unusual service conditions do not exist.
Features
• Tangential knockouts in all
box surfaces (30-600A HD &
60-600 GD)
• Two- and three-point mounting
with top keyhole
• Formed flange enclosure edges
• 180º plus side opening door
• Drawn cover design
for increased durability and
resistance to damage (30-600A)
• Rugged metal handle with a red
insulating grip
• Front operable cover interlock
release with positive rotating
release action (30-1200A
heavy duty and 60-600A
general duty)
• Metal nameplates on all heavy
duty switches
• 30 & 60A Heavy Duty & 60A
General Duty switches have
tangential knockouts which
are UL approved for bonding
conduits for non-service
entrance conductors.
Type 1 Enclosure
Siemens Type VBII Safety Switch
6

Type 3R enclosures are intended
for outdoor use primarily to provide a
degree of protection against falling rain
and sleet, and must remain undamaged
by the formation of ice on the
enclosure. They are not intended to
provide protection against conditions
such as dust, internal condensation
or internal icing.
Features
• Tangential knockouts in all
box surfaces below lowest
live parts (30-600A)
• Two- and three-point mounting
with top keyhole
• Formed flange enclosure edges
• 180º plus side opening door
• Double overlap enclosure door
top to provide superior
protection against entry of rain
• Type HA hub provision
30A general duty
• Type HS hub provision
(30-200A switches)
• Galvanized steel construction
• Drawn cover design for
increased durability and resistance
to damage (30-200A)
• Rugged metal handle with a red
insulating grip
• Front operable cover interlock
release with positive rotating
release action (30-1200A
heavy duty and 60-600A
general duty)
• Metal nameplates on all heavy
duty switches
Type 3R Enclosure
7

Type 4/4X enclosures are intended for
indoor or outdoor use primarily
to provide a degree of protection against
windblown dust, rain, splashing water
and hose-directed water. They are not
intended to provide protection against
conditions such as internal condensation
or internal icing. Also meets 4X definition
by providing a high degree of protection
against corrosion.
Features (Standard 4X)
• Ground lugs installed as standard
• External mounting feet with
two-, three- and four-point
mounting
• Formed front gasket flange with
continuously welded seams
• Heavy duty front opening
low-profile stainless
steel latches
• Stainless steel enclosure
• Stainless steel interior parts on
30-200A switches
• Formed out enclosure flanges
that prevent liquid entry when
door is open
• Rugged hinge design
• 180º-plus opening door
• Rugged metal handle with a red
insulating grip
• Front operable cover interlock
release with positive rotating
release action (30-1200A
heavy duty)
• Stainless steel nameplate
Features (Non-Metallic 4X)
• External mounting
• Ground lug installed as standard
• Fiberglass reinforced polyester
enclosure
• No external metal parts
• Removable door for easy wiring
• Front operable cover interlock
release with positive rotating
release action
8
Type 4/4X Enclosure
Siemens Type VBII
Safety Switch

Type 3R / 3S enclosures are
intended to provide a degree of
protection against windblown dust,
and to allow operation when ice-laden.
They are not intended to provide
protection against conditions such as
condensation or internal icing.
Type 12 enclosures are intended for
indoor use primarily to provide a
degree of protection against dust,
falling dirt and dripping water. They are
not intended to provide protection
against conditions such as internal
Command.
Features
• External mounting feet with
two, three and four-point
mounting
• Formed front gasket flange
• Unique heavy duty front
opening low-profile latches
• Galvanized steel enclosure
• Formed out enclosure flanges
that provide an added degree
of protection against entry
of dust
• Rugged hinge design
• 180º-plus opening door
• 3R / 3S / 12 rating as standard
allows outdoor use
• Rugged metal handle with
a red insulating grip
• Front operable cover interlock
release with positive rotating
release action (30-1200A
heavy duty)
• Metal nameplates on
Type 3S / 12 enclosures
Type 3R / 12 Enclosure
9

Type 7 enclosures are intended
for indoor use in locations classified as
Class I, Groups A, B, C or D as defined in
the National Electrical Code.
Type 9 enclosures are intended for
indoor use in locations classified as
Class II, Groups E, F or G as defined in
the National Electrical Code.
Features
• Molded case switch
available in 30-600A ratings
• Cast aluminum enclosure
• External door clamps
• External mounting feet
• Metal nameplate
Type 7 and 9 Enclosure
Siemens Type VBII Safety Switch
10

Features ƒ
• Compact size
• Visible blade, double-break
switching action
• Quick-make, quick-break
operating mechanism
• Highly visible ON/OFF indicators
• Padlock-off handle feature
• Door padlock provision
• Bondable neutral (where indicated)
• Lugs suitable for copper or
aluminum wire
• 30A cartridge fuse switches rated
100,000 AC with Class R fuses
240 Volt Non-Fusible (Special Application)
1-Pole and Solid Neutral 120 Volt - 1-Phase, 2-Wire
30 LF111N 31 1 LF111NR 35 12 1/2 2
2-Pole and No Neutral 120/240V - 1-Phase, 2-Wire
30 — — — Use 2-Pole and Solid Neutral
2-Pole and Solid Neutral 120/240V - 1-Phase, 3-Wire
30 LF211N 37 1 LF211NR 35 12 1 1/2 3
2-Pole 240 Volt - 1- or 2-Pole - No Fuse 240 Volt - 1 Phase, 2 Wire
60 — — — LNF222R ➁35 12 ➁—10
Selection Information - Fused/Non-Fused Pullouts ➁
120/240 Volt Fusible (Plug Fuse Type) 10,000 AIC Max
General Duty Switches
Plug Fuse and Special Application Types
Ampere Number Number Number Catalog Shipping Dimensions (Inches)
Rating of Poles of Blades of Fuses Number Weight* Height Width Depth
Fused Pullout - 1-Phase, 2-Wire ➂ 10,000 AIC Max 240 Volts AC
30 ➆2 2 2 WF2030 21 ➇9 1/8 5 5/32 3 7/16
60 ➃2 2 2 WF2060 5 9 1/8 5 5/32 3 7/16
Non-Fused Pullout - 1-Phase, 2-Wire ➃240 Volts AC
60 2 2 — WN2060 15
➇7 3/8 5 5/32 3 7/16
Indoor-Type 1 Outdoor-Type 3R Horsepower Ratings ➅
Ampere Catalog Ship. Dwg. Catalog Ship. Dwg. 1-Phase, 2-Wire
Rating Number Wgt.*➀Fig. Number Wgt.*➀Fig. Std. Max
* In pounds (lbs).
➀Package of 10.
➁No hub provision with this switch.
➂Fuses - not included.
➃Max. horsepower rating - 10.
➄Features apply to 30A General Duty
and Plug Fuse Type Switches.
➅Dual horsepower ratings:
Std.- applies when non-time delay
fuses are installed.
Max.- applies when time-delay fuses
are installed.
➆Max. horsepower rating – 3
➇Package of 6
11

General Duty Switches-Features (60-600A)
1. Cover interlock
2. Tangential knockouts through
600A for easy conduit lineup
3. Quick-make, quick-break operat-
ing mechanism that ensures
positive operation
4. Provisions for T, R, J, H and
K class fuses (T & J 200-600A)
5. Generous wiring gutters that
meet or exceed NEC wire-
bending space requirements
6. Visible blade, double-break
switch action
7. Positive two- or three-point
mounting
8. Highly visible red handle grip
9. Informative door labeling
which includes replacement
parts list
10. Handle and cover
padlocking provisions
11. Side-hinged door that opens
180 degrees for easier wiring
12. A unique enclosure design that
adds rigidity and strength. Its
rolled edge prevents cuts and
scrapes to conductors and to
installers’ hands
9
1
8
6
3
5
4
7
2
12
10
11
12

2-Pole or 3-Pole 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 GNF321 24 (5) 2 GNF321R 24 (5) 13 3 — — — 7 1/2 — 5
60 GNF322 11 3 GNF322R 11 14 10 — — — 15 —10
100 GNF323 19 6 GNF323R 20 17 15 — — — 30 —20
200 GNF324 41 7 GNF324R 42 18 15 — — — 60 —40
400 GNF325 125 8 Use 600V Switch - HF365R 15 — — — 125 —50
600 GNF326 132 8 Use 600V Switch - HF366R 15 — — — 200 ——
2-Pole, 2-Fuse and Solid Neutral ➁ 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 GF221N 35 (10) 1 GF221NR 35 (10) 12 1 1/2 3 — — 3 7 1/2 5
60 GF222N 12 4 GF222NR 13 15 3 10 — — 7 1/2 15 10
100 GF223N 20 6 GF223NR 21 17 7 1/2 15 — — 15 30 20
200 GF224N 43 7 GF224NR 44 18 15 — — — 25 60 40
400 GF225NH➂128 9 GF225NRH➂130 20 15 –– –– –– 50 125 50
400 GF225N 160 9 GF225NR 163 20 15 — — — 50 125 50
600 GF226NH➂133 9 GF226NRH➂135 20 15 –– –– –– 75 200 ––
600 GF226N 161 9 GF226NR 170 20 15 — — — 75 200 —
3-Pole, 3-Fuse and Solid Neutral 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 GF321N 24 (5) 2 GF321NR 24 (5) 13 1 1/2 3 — — 3 7 1/2 5
60 GF322N 13 4 GF322NR 13 15 3 10 — — 7 1/2 15 10
100 GF323N 21 6 GF323NR 22 17 7 1/2 15 — — 15 30 20
200 GF324N 44 7 GF324NR 45 18 15 — — — 25 60 40
400 GF325NH➂136 9 GF325NRH➂138 20 15 –– –– –– 50 125 50
400 GF325N 169 9 GF325NR 168 20 15 — — — 50 125 50
600 GF326NH➂138 9 GF326NRH➂141 20 15 –– –– –– 75 200 ––
600 GF326N 171 9 GF326NR 172 20 15 — — — 75 200 —
4-Pole, 4-Fuse Vacu-Break Type 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 JF421 12 — — — — — — 3 10 — — —
60 JF422 13 — — — — — — 7 1/2 20 — — —
100 JF423 23 — — — — — — 15 30 — — —
200 JF424 56 — — — — — — 30 50 — — —
400 JF425 150 — — — — — — — — — — —
600 JF426 165 — — — — — — — — — — —
240 Volt Fusible
240 Volt Non-Fusible
13
Indoor - Type 1 Outdoor - Type 3R
Ampere Catalog Ship. Dwg. Catalog Ship. Dwg.
System Rating Number Wgt.* Fig Number Wgt.* Fig.
General Duty Switches
Horsepower Ratings ➀
240 Volt AC 250
1-Phase, 2-Wire 2-Phase, 4-Wire 3-Phase, 3-Wire
Volt
DC
Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max. Std.
* In pounds (lbs).
➀Dual horsepower ratings: Std.- applies when non-time delay fuses are installed. Max.- applies when time-delay fuses are installed.
➁ These switches are UL-listed for application on grounded B-phase systems.
➂Height reduced switch with 500 MCM max. wire bending space.

Heavy Duty Switches
Features
1. Quick-make, quick-break operating mechanism
that ensures positive operation
2. Visible blade, double-break switching action
3. Arc chutes dissipate heat and prolong switch life
4. Highly visible red handle grip designed for hook stick
operation
5. Defeatable dual cover interlock
6. Center punch provided for field drilling to allow
ON padlocking
7. Handle can be padlocked in the OFF position
with up to three padlocks with 5/16” hasps
8. Generous top, bottom and side gutters that meet
or exceed NEC wire-bending space requirements
9. Informative door labeling, which includes
replacement parts list
10.Tangential knockouts through 600A for easy conduit
lineup
11.Side-hinged door that opens past 180 degrees for easier
wiring
12.Unique enclosure design increases rigidity and prevents
cuts and scrapes to conductors and installers’ hands
13.Spring reinforced fuse clips that assure reliable contact
for cool operation
14.Door latch securely holds door closed and allows cover
padlocking
15.Front removable mechanical lugs that are suitable
for CU/AI 60˚C or 75˚C conductors
16.Lugs are field convertible to copper body and
to a wide variety of compression connectors
17.Hinged clear line terminal shield with probe holes
for inspecting or testing line side terminals
18.Embossed aluminum nameplate on Heavy Duty Switches
provides highly visible ON/OFF indication
19.Drawn cover for increased rigidity and resistance to abuse
20.Top key hole and bottom mounting holes provide easy
two- or three-point mounting
14
7
6
3
4
2
10
15
18

15
9
1
8
5
12
20
17
13
19
14
16
11

2-Pole, 2-Fuse Type 4 / 4X Stainless Type 12 Industrial 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 HF221S 17 24 HF221J 16 24 1 1/2 3 — — 3 7 1/2 5
60 HF222S 23 25 HF222J 22 25 3 10 — — 7 1/2 15 10
100 HF223S 28 26 HF223J 26 26 7 1/2 15 — — 15 30 20
200 HF224S 52 27 HF224J 48 27 15 — — — 25 60 40
3-Pole, 3-Fuse (Also used for 2-Pole, 2-Wire Applications in 400-800A Ratings) 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 HF321S 17 24 HF321J 16 24 — — — — 3 7 1/2 —
60 HF322S 23 25 HF322J 23 25 — — — — 7 1/2 15 10
100 HF323S 29 26 HF323J 26 26 — — — — 15 30 20
200 HF324S 56 27 HF324J 53 27 — — — — 25 60 40
400 HF325S 170 29 HF325J 165 29 — — — — 50 125 50
600 HF326S 170 29 HF326J 166 29 — — — — 75 200 —
800 HF327S 367 31 HF327J ➀367 31 — — — — 100 250 —
Horsepower Ratings ➀
Indoor - Type 1 Outdoor - Type 3R 240 Volt AC 250
Ampere Catalog Ship. Dwg. Catalog Ship. Dwg. 1-Phase, 2-Wire 2-Phase, 4-Wire 3-Phase, 3-Wire Volt
System Rating Number Wgt.* Fig. Number Wgt.* Fig. Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max. DC
16
Heavy Duty Switches
240 Volt Fusible
* In pounds (lbs).
➀Dual horsepower ratings: Std.- applies when non-time delay fuses are installed. Max.- applies when time-delay fuses are installed.
➁ These switches are UL-listed for application on grounded B-phase systems.
➂ Height reduced switch with 500 MCM max. wire bending space.
240 Volt Fusible
2-Pole, 2-Fuse and Solid Neutral ➁(Also used for 2-Pole, 2-Wire Applications) 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 HF221N 13 4 HF221NR 13 15 1 1/2 3 — — 3 7 1/2 5
60 HF222N 16 5 HF222NR 17 16 3 10 — — 7 1/2 15 10
100 HF223N 21 6 HF223NR 22 17 7 1/2 15 — — 15 30 20
200 HF224N 44 7 HF224NR 48 18 15 — — — 25 60 40
400 HF225NH➂129 9 HF225NRH➂131 20 15 –– –– –– 50 125 50
400 HF225N 150 9 HF225NR 157 20 15 — — — 50 125 50
600 HF226NH➂133 9 HF226NRH➂135 20 15 –– –– –– 75 200 ––
600 HF226N 159 9 HF226NR 162 20 15 — — — 75 200 —
800 HF227N 360 11 HF227NR ➀362 22 — — — — 100 250 —
1200 HF228N 362 11 HF228NR ➀364 22 — — — — 100 250 —
3-Pole, 3-Fuse and Solid Neutral (Also used for 3-Pole, 3-Wire Applications) 240 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC
30 HF321N 13 4 HF321NR 14 15 1 1/2 3 — — 3 7 1/2 5
60 HF322N 17 5 HF322NR 18 16 3 10 — — 7 1/2 15 10
100 HF323N 22 6 HF323NR 22 17 7 1/2 15 — — 15 30 20
200 HF324N 49 7 HF324NR 50 18 15 — — — 25 60 40
400 HF325NH➂137 9 HF325NRH➂138 20 15 –– –– –– 50 125 50
400 HF325N 164 9 HF325NR 162 20 15 — — — 50 125 50
600 HF326NH➂139 9 HF326NRH➂142 20 15 –– –– –– 75 200 ––
600 HF326N 165 9 HF326NR 169 20 15 — — — 75 200 —
800 HF327N 380 11 HF327NR ➀383 22 — — — — 100 250 —
1200 HF328N 382 11 HF328NR ➀385 22 — — — — 100 250 —

Heavy Duty Switches
2-Pole, 2-Fuse ➁Type 4 / 4X Stainless Type 12 Industrial 480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 600 Volt DC
30 HF261S –– 17 24 HF261J — 13 24
60 HF262S — 23 25 HF262J — 22 25
100 HF263S — 29 26 HF263J — 27 26
400 HF265S — 170 29 HF265J — 165 29
600 HF266S — 170 29 HF266J — 166 29
30 HF361S HF361SW 17 24 HF361J HF361JW 17 24
60 HF362S HF362SW 23 25 HF362J HF362JW 22 25
100 HF363S HF363SW 29 26 HF363J HF363JW 26 26
200 HF364S HF364SW 56 27 HF364J HF364JW 53 27
400 HF365S HF365SW 173 29 HF365J HF365JW 166 29
600 HF366S –– 175 29 HF366J HF366JW 168 29
800 HF367S –– 380 31 HF367J –– 380 31
1200 HF368S –– 384 –– HF368J –– 384 31
* In pounds (lbs).
➀ 60-200A 3-Pole switches are also rated 600V DC. ➄Indicates oversized enclosure (30A switch in a 60A enclosure or a 60A switch in a 100A enclosure).
➁ Use 3-Pole switch for 200A applications. ➅Height reduced switch with 500 MCM max. wire bending space.
➂Dual horsepower ratings: Std.- applies when non-time delay fuses are installed. Max.- applies when time-delay fuses are installed.
➃600V DC rating and 600V DC HP rating requires two poles to be connected in series.
600 Volt Fusible
Horsepower Ratings ➂
Indoor - Type 1 Outdoor - Type 3R 480 Volt AC 600 Volt AC
Ampere Catalog Ship. Dwg. Catalog Ship. Dwg.
1-Ø, 2-Wire 3-Ø 3-Wire 1-Ø 2-Wire 3-Ø 3-Wire
System Rating Number Wgt.* Fig. Number Wgt.* Fig. Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max.
600 Volt Fusible (For 2-Pole Applications use outside poles of 3-Pole Switches)
480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC ➀
3-Pole, 3-Fuse
3
5
10
––
––
7 1/2
20
30
50
50
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
3
10
15
50
50
10
25
40
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
5
10
20
40
50
15
30
50
50
50
3
5
10
25
––
––
––
––
7 1/2
20
30
50
––
––
––
––
5
15
25
50
100
150
200
200
15
30
60
125
250
400
500
500
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
––
7 1/2
15
30
60
125
200
250
250
20
50
75
150
350
500
500
500
5
10
20
40
50
––
––
––
––
25➃
25➃
50➃
––
––
––
––
600
Volt
DC
250
Volt
DC
Standard
Cat. No.
Window
Switch
Cat. No.
Ship
Wgt.*
Dwg.
Flg.
Standard
Cat. No.
Window
Switch
Cat. No.
Ship
Wgt.*
Dwg.
Flg.
2-Pole, 2-Fuse ➁480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 600 Volt DC
30 HF261 13 4 HF261R 13 15 3 7 1/2 – – 3 10 – – 5 15
60 HF262 16 5 HF262R 17 16 5 20 – – 10 25 – – 10 30
100 HF263 21 6 HF263R 22 17 10 30 – – 15 40 – – 20 50
400 HF265 149 9 HF265R 152 20 – 50 – – 50 – – – 40 50
600 HF266 155 9 HF266R 157 20 – 50 – – 50 – – – 50 50
3-Pole, 3-Fuse 480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC ➀
30 HF361 13 4 HF361R 13 15 3 7 1/2 5 15 3 10 7 1/2 20 5 —
30 HF361L➄19 5 HF361RL➄19 16 3 7 1/2 5 15 3 10 7 1/2 20 5 —
60 HF362 19 5 HF362R 19 16 5 20 15 30 10 25 15 50 10 25➃
60 ——— HF362RL➄24 17 5 20 15 30 10 25 15 50 10 25➃
100 HF363 24 6 HF363R 24 17 10 30 25 60 15 40 30 75 20 25➃
200 HF364 44 7 HF364R 45 18 25 50 50 125 30 50 60 150 40 50➃
400 HF365H➅136 9 HF365RH➅137 20 — — 100 250 — — 125 350 50 —
400 HF365 162 9 HF365R 162 20 — — 100 250 — — 125 350 50 —
600 HF366H➅138 9 HF366RH➅141 20 — — 150 400 — — 200 500 — —
600 HF366 166 9 HF366R 167 20 — — 150 400 — — 200 500 — —
800 HF367 380 11 HF367R 382 22 — — 200 500 — — 250 500 — —
1200 HF368 383 11 HF368R 385 22 — — 200 500 — — 250 500 — —
3-Pole, 3-Fuse and Solid Neutral 480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC ➀
30 HF361N 13 4 HF361NR 15 15 3 7 1/2 5 15 3 10 7 1/2 20 5 —
60 HF362N 19 5 HF362NR 20 16 5 20 15 30 10 25 15 50 10 25➃
100 HF363N 24 6 HF363NR 26 17 10 30 25 60 15 40 30 75 20 25➃
200 HF364N 45 7 HF364NR 50 18 25 50 50 125 30 50 60 150 40 50➃
400 HF365N 171 9 HF365NR 162 20 — — 100 250 — — 125 350 50 —
600 HF366N 172 9 HF366NR 165 20 — — 150 400 — — 200 500 — —
800 HF367N 382 11 HF367NR 386 22 — — 150 400 — — 200 500 — —
1200 HF368N 385 11 HF368NR 388 22 — — 150 400 — — 200 500 — —
17

18
Heavy Duty Switches
* In pounds (lbs)
➀ 60-200A Three-Pole switches are also rated 600V DC. ➃Indicates oversized enclosure (30A switch in a 60A enclosure or a 60A switch in a 100A enclosure).
➁ Use Three-Pole switch for 200A application. ➄Compact switch with 100,000 RMS Sym short circuit rating.
➂600V DC rating and 600V DC HP rating requires
two poles to be connected in series.
600 Volt Non-Fusible (Also used for 240V Applications)
600 Volt Non-Fusible (Also used for 240V Applications)
Indoor - Type 1 Outdoor - Type 3R Horsepower Ratings
Ampere Catalog Ship. Dwg. Catalog Ship. Dwg. 240 Volt 480 Volt 600 Volt 250V 600V
System Rating Number Wgt.* Fig. Number Wgt.* Fig. 1Ø 3Ø 1Ø 3Ø 1Ø 3Ø DC DC
2-Pole ➁Type 4 / 4X Stainless Type 12 Industrial 480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 600 Volt DC
30 — — 7 1/2 — 10 — 5 15
60 — — 20 — 25 — 10 30
100 — — 30 — 40 — 20 50
400 15 — 50 — — — 40 50
600 15 — 50 — — — 50 50
3-Pole 480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC ➀
30 3 10 7 1/2 20 10 30 5 —
60 10 20 20 50 10 40 5 ––
60 10 20 20 50 25 60 10 25➂
100 15 40 30 75 40 100 20 25➂
200 15 60 50 125 50 150 40 50➂
400 15 125 50 250 50 350 50 —
600 15 200 50 400 50 500 — —
800 15 250 50 500 50 500 — —
1200 15 250 50 500 50 500 –– ––
Standard
Cat. No.
Window
Switch Cat.#
Ship
Wgt.*
Dwg.
Fig.
Standard
Cat. No.
Window
Switch Cat.#
Ship
Wgt.*
Dwg
Fig.
HNF261S
HNF262S
HNF263S
HNF265S
HNF266S
HNF361S
HNF362SH➄
HNF362S
HNF363S
HNF364S
HNF365S
HNF366S
HNF367S
HNF368S
––
––
––
––
––
HNF361SW
––
HNF362SW
HNF363SW
HNF364SW
HNF365SW
––
––
––
15
24
28
137
138
23
25
26
28
28
15
15
23
27
55
133
134
302
308
23
23
25
26
27
28
28
30
––
HNF261J
HNF262J
HNF263J
HNF265J
HNF266J
HNF361J
HNF362JH➄
HNF362J
HNF363J
HNF364J
HNF365J
HNF366J
HNF367J
HNF368J
––
––
––
––
––
HNF361JW
––
HNF362JW
HNF363JW
HNF364JW
HNF365JW
__
__
__
13
21
25
122
128
14
14
19
25
51
129
130
302
308
23
23
25
26
27
28
28
30
30
23
25
26
28
28
2-Pole ➁480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 600 Volt D
30 HNF261 11 3 HNF261R 11 14 — — 7 1/2 — 10 — 5 15
60 HNF262 16 5 HNF262R 18 16 — — 20 — 25 — 10 30
100 HNF263 19 6 HNF263R 20 17 — — 30 — 40 — 20 50
400 HNF265 126 8 HNF265R 129 19 15 — 50 — 50 — 40 50
600 HNF266 127 8 HNF266R 129 19 15 — 50 — 50 — 50 50
3-Pole 480 Volt AC / 600 Volt AC / 250 Volt DC➀
30 HNF361 12 3 HNF361R 13 14 3 10 7 1/2 20 10 30 5 —
30 ——— HNF361RL➃19 16 3 10 7 1/2 20 10 30 5 ––
60 HNF362H➄12 3 HNF362RH➄13 14 10 20 20 50 10 40 5 ––
60 HNF362 18 5 HNF362R 19 16 10 20 20 50 25 60 10 25➂
60 ——— HNF362RL➃24 17 10 20 20 50 25 60 10 25➂
100 HNF363 23 6 HNF363R 24 17 15 40 30 75 40 100 20 25➂
200 HNF364 42 7 HNF364R 43 18 15 60 50 125 50 150 40 50➂
400 HNF365 132 8 HNF365R 129 19 15 125 50 250 50 350 50 —
600 HNF366 133 8 HNF366R 130 19 15 200 50 400 50 500 — —
800 HNF367 302 10 HNF367R ➁305 21 15 250 50 500 50 500 — —
1200 HNF368 305 10 HNF368R ➁307 21 15 250 50 500 50 500 — —

Application
Receptacle Safety Switches provide cord
connection protection of heavy-duty
portable equipment (welders, infrared
ovens, batch feeders, portable convey-
ors, assembly line fixtures and tools,
refrigerator trucks, etc.) under
load or fault conditions. All receptacle
switches are supplied with 4 prong
receptacles. (3 phase, 3W plus ground)
Heavy Duty
Special Application /
Interlocked Receptacle Switches
Description➀ ➁
Type 12 and 4/4X Receptacle
Safety Switches are available with 3-
phase, 4-wire grounded type Crouse-
Hinds Arktite™ 2 or Pyle-National
prewired and mounted receptacles
with interlock linkage to the switch
mechanism. Insertion or removal of
the plug is prevented by the interlock
linkage while the switch is in the ON
position. Receptacle prevents operation
of switch if incorrect plug is inserted.
Type 12➅Type 4/4X➆Shipping Accepts Crouse-Hinds
Ampere Catalog Catalog Weight Arktite➀Plug
Rating➄Number Number Std. Pkg.➃Catalog Number
Crouse-Hinds Interlocked Receptacle Switches
Ampere Rating Type 12 Type 12➆Shipping Accepts Pyle-National
Voltage Catalog Stainless Steel Weight QuelArc™ ➁➂ Plugs
Switch Recept. Rating Number Catalog Number Std. Pkg. Plug Cat. No.
30 30 600 (F) HF361JPN HF361SPN 23 JPD-83046
600 (N-F) HNF361JPN HNF361SPN 21
240 (F) HF322JPN –– 28
60 60 600 (F) HF362JPN HF362SPN 28 JPD-116046
600 (N-F) HNF362JPN HNF362SPN 27
Pyle-National Interlocked Receptacle Switches
3 Poles Fusible and Non-Fusible
➀ Arktite™ is a registered trademark of the Crouse-Hinds Company. Plugs are not sold or supplied by Siemens.
➁ Indicates plug with maximum diameter cable bushing. ➂ QuelArc™ is a registered trademark of the Pyle-National Company.
➃ In pounds (lb). ➄ Ampere rating of both switch and receptacle.
➅ Also rated Type 3R/3S ➆ Enclosure is constructed of Type 304 stainless steel.
19
240V Fusible, 3-Pole, 3-Wire
30 HF321JCH HF321SCH 23 APJ3485 & NPJ3485
60 HF322JCH HF322SCH 30 APJ6485 & NPJ6485
100 HF323JCH HF323SCH 36 APJ10487 & NPJ10487
600V Fusible, 3-Pole, 3-Wire
30 HF361JCH HF361SCH 24 APJ3485 & NPJ3485
60 HF362JCH HF362SCH 30 APJ6485 & NPJ6485
100 HF363JCH HF363SCH 36 APJ10487 & NPJ10487
600V Non-Fusible, 3-Pole, 3-Wire
30 HNF361JCH HF361SCH 22 APJ3485 & NPJ3485
60 HNF362JCH HF362SCH 29 APJ6485 & NPJ6485
100 HNF363JCH HF363SCH 35 APJ10487 & NPJ10487
600V Fusible, 3-Pole, 3-Wire with Viewing Window
30 HF361JCHW HF361SCHW 24 APJ3485 & NPJ3485
60 HF362JCHW HF362SCHW 30 APJ6485 & NPJ6485
100 HF363JCHW HF363SCHW 36 APJ10487 & NPJ10487
600V Non-Fusible, 3-Pole, 3-Wire with Viewing Window
30 HNF361JCHW HNF361SCHW 22 APJ3485 & NPJ3485
60 HNF362JCHW HNF362SCHW 29 APJ6485 & NPJ6485
100 HNF363JCHW HNF363SCHW 35 APJ10487 & NPJ10487

30 HNF461 32 HNF461J 32 –– 10 –– 10 –– 20 –– 30 5
60 HNF462 34 HNF462J 34 –– 20 –– 20 –– 50 –– 60 10
100 HNF463 36 HNF463J 36 –– 30 –– 40 –– 75 –– 100 20
200 HNF464 78 HNF464J 78 –– 50 –– 60 –– 125 –– 150 40
30 HF461 36 HF461J 36 3 10 3 71/25157
1/220 5
60 HF462 40 HF462J 40 71/220 71/215 15 30 15 50 10
100 HF463 43 HF463J 43 15 30 15 30 25 60 30 75 20
200 HF464 88 HF464J 88 25 50 25 60 50 125 60 150 40
Application
4 & 6 pole switches are commonly used
as a disconnecting means for two-
speed, two-winding motors. Fused
switches provide both over current and
short-circuit protection. Non-fusible
switches normally provide a local
disconnection means for two-speed
motors, which are remote from their
motor controller. 4 pole switches are
also used in 3-phase, 4-wire circuits
when a switching neutral is required.
All 4 & 6 pole switches are service
entrance rated.
Description
4 & 6 pole switches are available in 30-
200A ratings and in both fusible and
non-fusible versions; 4-pole switches
are supplied with either Type 1 or Type
12/3R enclosures. 6-pole switches are
available with either Type 12/3R or
Type 4X stainless steel enclosures.
Standards
• UL & CUL listed under File#E4776
• Meets UL98 for enclosed switches
• 4 & 6 pole switches are suitable
for use as service entrance
• Meets NEMA Standard KS-1 for
enclosed switches
• Meets NEC wire bending space
requirements
Heavy Duty
Special Application 4 & 6 Pole Switches
Features
• Visible blade, double break
switching action
• Highly visible ON/OFF indication
• Defeatable dual cover interlock
• Padlockable in OFF position
• All copper current carrying parts¿
• Tangential knockouts (Type1,
4-pole switches)
• Type 12 & 4X switches are
provided with an equipment
ground kit as standard
Indoor Type 1 Type 12/#R Industrial Horsepower Ratings➂
Ampere Catalog Ship Wt. Catalog Ship Wt. 240V, 2Ø, 4W 240V, 3Ø 480V, 3Ø 600V, 3Ø 250V
Rating Number (lbs.) Number (lbs.) Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max. DC
4 Pole Type VBII Switches➁
➀ Lugs are aluminum alloy as standard. Optional copper body lugs are available.
➁ All 4 & 6 pole VBII switches are suitable for use as service equipment when a neutral is installed or equipment ground kit is properly connected.
➂ Dual horsepower ratings: Std. – applies when non-time-delay fuses are installed. Max – applies when time delay fuses are installed.
➃ Fusible switches accept Class H fuses as the standard. Class R & J fuses can also be installed and increase the rating from 10,000 to 200,000 AIC.
For Class J, the load base is moved upward. For class R fuses, rejection kits are required.
20
Fusible 600 Volt AC, 250 Volt DC – 4-Pole, 4 Fuse➃
Non-fusible 600 Volt AC, 250 Volt DC – 4-Pole
30 HF661J 37 HF461J 37 3 71/25157
1/220 5
60 HF662J 41 HF462J 41 71/215 15 30 15 50 10
100 HF663J 44 HF463J 44 15 30 25 60 30 75 20
200 HF664J 90 HF464J 90 25 60 50 125 60 150 40
Indoor Type 1 Type 12/#R Industrial Horsepower Ratings➂
Ampere Catalog Ship Wt. Catalog Ship Wt. 240V, 3Ø 480V, 3Ø 600V, 3Ø 250V
Rating Number (lbs.) Number (lbs.) Std. Max. Std. Max. Std. Max. DC
6 Pole Type VBII Switches➁
Fusible 600 Volt AC, 250 Volt DC – 6-Pole, 6 Fuse➃
Non-fusible 600 Volt AC, 250 Volt DC – 6-Pole
30 HNF661J 33 HNF661S 33 –– 10 –– 20 –– 30 5
60 HNF662J 35 HNF662S 35 –– 20 –– 50 –– 60 10
100 HNF663J 37 HNF663S 37 –– 30 –– 75 –– 100 20
200 HNF664J 80 HNF664S 80 –– 60 –– 125 –– 150 40