Square D General Duty Non-Fusible Safety Switch, 60A, 240VAC, Type R

Square D General Duty Non-Fusible Safety Switch, 60A, 240VAC, Type R

Schneider Electric's Square D general duty safety switch is a non-fusible, single-throw disconnect switch built for residential and light commercial applications where durability and economy are prime considerations. Rated 60A at 240V AC with a Type R configuration and bolt-on hub provision, this safety switch handles typical loads including lighting, air conditioning, and appliances, and carries a NEMA 3R degree of protection for outdoor and wet-location use.

Key Features

• Electrical Rating: Rated 60A at 240 V AC (Ue) for reliable disconnect performance on general duty circuits.
• Non-Fusible Disconnect: Single throw, non-fusible disconnect switch design (Device Type: LV equipment - LV fuse - switch) for straightforward on/off circuit control.
• Type R Configuration: Type R design with bolt-on hub provision for simplified conduit connection at installation.
• Electrical Connection: Lugs accept AWG 14...AWG 3 copper or AWG 12...AWG 3 aluminum conductors, tightened to 35-35 lbf.in (AWG 14...AWG 10) or 45-45 lbf.in (AWG 8).
• Motor Power Rating: Suitable for 15 hp at 240 V AC 60 Hz on 3-phase motors and 10 hp at 240 V AC 60 Hz on 1-phase motors.
• NEMA 3R Enclosure: NEMA 3R degree of protection supports outdoor and wet-location installations.
• Quick Make, Quick Break: Quick make, quick break operating mechanism for dependable switching action.
• Designed for Residential and Commercial Use: Engineered for residential and commercial applications requiring economical, durable disconnect protection.

Certifications & Compliance

• UL Listed, File E2875
• NEMA 3R Degree of Protection
• RoHS Exemption Information: Yes
• Reach Full Compliance Status: Free of Substances of Very High Concern above the threshold

Technical Specifications

• Toxic Heavy Metal Free: Yes
• Warranty Period: 18 months
• Sustainable Packaging: Yes
• Recycled Metal Content At Cr Level: 0 %
• Serviceability: No
• With Recycled Cardboard: Yes
• China ROHS In Scope: No
• Return Indicator: Y
• Tier: 1
• Reach Free Shvc: Yes
• Legacy WEEE Scope: In
• Packaging Made With Recycled Cardboard: Yes
• Without Single Use Plastic: Yes
• ROHS Exemption Information: Yes
• WEEE Product Category: 4
• Warranty: 18 months
• Product Certifications: UL listed file E2875
• Mercury Free: Yes
• ROHS Eur Full Compliance Status Id: COMPLIANT
• Packaging Without Single Use Plastic: Yes
• Tier Id: 1
• ROHS Eur In Scope: Yes
• China ROHS Label: 1
• B2B Bullet Point 6: UL listed
• Environmental Disclosure: ENVPEP1310005EN

Typical Applications

• Residential and Light Commercial Electrical Disconnects
• Lighting, Air Conditioning, and Appliance Circuits
• Motor Disconnect Applications up to 15 hp (3-phase) or 10 hp (1-phase)
• Outdoor and Wet-Location Installations (NEMA 3R)
• New Construction and Renovation Projects

Why Square D?

Square D by Schneider Electric builds this general duty safety switch with a quick make, quick break operating mechanism and a non-fusible, UL Listed design (File E2875) suited to demanding residential and commercial disconnect duty. With a 60A, 240V AC rating, Type R configuration, bolt-on hub provision, and NEMA 3R protection, it delivers dependable, code-compliant circuit disconnection backed by an 18-month warranty.