GL3-315 DC Load Break Switch Disconnector
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GL3-315 2 Pole 1000V 1500V DC 160A 200A 250A 315A Load Break Switch Disconnector
GL3-315 2 Pole 1000V 1500V DC 160A 200A 250A 315A Load Break Switch Disconnector

GL3-315 DC Load Break Switch Disconnector

Whether the smart:NO
Brand Name:Newtrend
Place of Origin:China
Max. Current:100A, 125A, 160A, 200A, 250A, 315A
Model Number:GL3-315/4P
Max. Voltage:1000VDC, 1500VDC
Certification:CCC, CE
SKU: 1770400577973395456 Category:
Description

GL3-315 DC Isolator 1000VDC 1500VDC 100A 160A 200A 250A 315A 2P 4P Socomec equivalent 1000V 1500V DC Load Break Switch

 

GL3-315 DC disconnect switch is designed and developed for solar PV inverter, combiner box or any DC equipments built-in according to IEC 60947-3. The DC load break switches provide safety isolation for one DC circuit up to 1500VDC 315A.

  • IEC60947.3 and AS60947.3
  • 1000V / 1500V DC, 80A-315A
  • Short circuit rating 10 kA
  • 10000 mechanical operating cycles
  • Reliable DC arc extinguishing technology with PCT patents
  • Connect and disconnects DC circuits with significant overcurrents and handle bidirectional current flow
Model   GL3-315/4P
Poles   4P
Circuits   2 Circuits
Rated Working Voltage Ue 1000Vdc / 1500Vdc
Rated Current Ie 100A, 125A, 160A, 200A, 250A, 315A
Rated short-circuit making capacity lcm 10 kA
Rated short-time withstand current (1s) lcw 8 kA
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp 12 kV
Standard   IEC 60947-3
Utiizatin category DC   DC-PV2
Number of cycles of operation(With current)   200
Number of cycles of operation(Without current)   10000

 

GL3-315A 4P 2 circuits DC Isolator switch (operating mechanism on the Left):

GL3-315A 4P 2 circuits DC Isolator switch (operating mechanism on the Right):

 

GL3-315A 4P 2 circuits DC Isolator switch (operating mechanism in the Middle):

 

Technical Datasheet & Downloads

📄 Technical Documentation & Product Specifications

Download official engineering datasheets, certified test standards (IEC / UL / CE), wiring diagrams, and dimensional drawings for GL3-315 DC Load Break Switch Disconnector.

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Official Technical Datasheet (PDF) Complete electrical ratings, tripping characteristics, dimensions, and compliance specifications.
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2D/3D CAD & Dimensional Drawings STEP, DXF, and PDF CAD drawing files for panel builders and switchgear designers.
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Certified Standards: IEC 60898-1, IEC 60947-2, CE, RoHS, ISO 9001:2015
Manufacturer: Shanghai Newtrend Electric Co., Ltd. (Global Export Compliance)
Engineering Support: 24-hour response for custom voltage ratings, auxiliary contacts, and technical consulting.
Technical FAQ & Selection Guide

💡 Frequently Asked Technical Questions & Selection Guide

Pure engineering specifications, tripping curve parameters, and electrical selection guidance for panel builders and system designers.

Voltage & Load Sizing

How to verify rated operational voltage, frequency, and load duty cycle?

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Verify that the nominal line voltage (AC 230V single-phase or 400V/415V/690V three-phase at 50/60Hz, or DC voltage ratings) falls within the continuous maximum operating limits of the device. Check duty cycle ratings (continuous vs intermittent duty) to ensure thermal stability under full load.

Protection & Environment

What ingress protection (IP Rating) and environmental enclosures are recommended?

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For clean indoor electrical rooms, standard IP20 modular DIN-rail housings are recommended. For outdoor, industrial washdown, or dusty environments, mount components inside weatherproof enclosures rated IP65/IP66 with UV-resistant polycarbonate or powder-coated steel enclosures equipped with compression cable glands.

Selectivity & Grading

How to ensure upstream and downstream coordination in power distribution boards?

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Ensure proper discrimination by grading current thresholds and tripping time delays: upstream devices should have higher current ratings and intentional short-time delays (Class S), allowing downstream branch MCBs to clear localized faults without blacking out the entire facility.

Installation & Mounting

What mounting rails, busbars, and spatial clearances are required?

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Components mount on standard symmetrical 35mm DIN rail (EN 60715 / TH35-7.5) or backplate screw fixings. Maintain recommended top/bottom ventilation gaps (typically 30–50mm) to ensure unrestricted air convection, and use standard pin/fork comb busbars to minimize contact resistance and wiring errors.

Conductor & Torque Sizing

What conductor sizes and terminal tightening torques should be applied?

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Select copper or aluminum conductor cross-sections complying with IEC 60364-5-52 current-carrying capacity tables based on continuous load. Always use a calibrated torque screwdriver or torque wrench to tighten terminal screws to the manufacturer-specified torque to prevent hot-spot degradation and loose connections.

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Whether the smart:NO
Brand Name:Newtrend
Place of Origin:China
Max. Current:400A 500A 630A
Model Number:GL3-630/4P
Max. Voltage:1000VDC, 1500VDC
Certification:CCC, CE
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GL3-315 2 Pole 1000V 1500V DC 160A 200A 250A 315A Load Break Switch Disconnector

GL3-315 2 Pole 1000V 1500V DC 160A 200A 250A 315A Load Break Switch Disconnector

Whether the smart:NO
Brand Name:Newtrend
Place of Origin:China
Max. Current:100A, 125A, 160A, 200A, 250A, 315A
Model Number:GL3-315/2Q
Max. Voltage:1000VDC, 1500VDC
Certification:CCC, CE