Clipsal 56SW263-GY 56 Series Surface Switch IP66 - 1 Gang 2 Pole 63A 500VAC - Grey

Description

High-capacity 63A isolation for heavy industrial loads.

The Clipsal 56 Series 56SW263-GY takes on 63A rotary isolation in a rugged IP66 surface enclosure. Grey polycarbonate housing and a 2-pole mechanism handle large motor circuits, industrial equipment, workshop mains and heavy plant that demand a serious, sealed isolator for maintenance.

Key Features

• 1 gang, 2 pole rotary isolator switch
• Rated 63A at 250VAC per pole, up to 500VAC
• Motor rating M300 at 250V (AS/NZS 3133)
• Breaking capacity 63 kA
• IP66 weatherproof enclosure
• Compliant with AS/NZS 3133
• Rated impulse withstand voltage 4kV
• Rated short-circuit making capacity 2.1kA
• Rated short-time withstand current 1.5kA for 1s
• ON-OFF marking on surface
• Grey polycarbonate (PC) housing
• Ambient operating range -25 to 75 degrees C
• Surface mount, screw connection, 0.8 N.m torque
• Padlockable rotary handle (2 padlocks, 8mm shackle)
• PVC free, mercury free, Green Premium status
• 18 month manufacturer warranty

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Why it Matters

Serious capacity for heavy industrial loads
63A with an M300 motor classification under AS/NZS 3133 puts the 56SW263-GY firmly in heavy industrial territory. That capacity, together with a 63 kA breaking capacity and 2.1 kA making capacity, gives installers real headroom for large motor circuits, workshop sub-mains, HVAC compressors, industrial pumps and similar high-current single-phase or two-line loads.

Weatherproof rotary isolation with lock-out
The IP66 rating means the enclosure resists dust ingress and powerful water jets from any direction. The rotary knob is easy to grip with gloved hands and gives clear ON-OFF marking on the surface, so operators can confirm switch position at a glance. A padlockable handle accepts up to two 8mm padlocks, supporting lock-out, tag-out procedures on plant and equipment. UV-stable polycarbonate handles Australian sun without going brittle or fading, and the 108 mm depth accommodates the larger internal contact assembly needed for 63A switching.

Built for AS/NZS 3000 site compliance
Two-pole switching breaks both active and neutral in a single action, giving full circuit isolation when the panel or equipment downstream needs work. The wide -25 to 75 degrees C operating range covers Australian environments from cold southern job sites to hot northern industrial areas. Screw terminals at 0.8 N.m torque make termination straightforward for licensed electricians handling the larger conductor sizes typical of 63A circuits.

Q: What is the maximum current rating for the 56SW263-GY?
A: The switch is rated 63A continuous at 250V AC per pole, and suitable for use up to 500V AC across poles in a 2-pole configuration.

Q: Can this switch isolate a 63A motor circuit?
A: Yes. It carries a Motor M300 rating at 250V under AS/NZS 3133, covering the specified motor loads within its 63A current rating.

Q: Can the rotary handle be locked out for maintenance?
A: Yes. The handle accepts up to two padlocks with an 8mm shackle diameter for lock-out, tag-out procedures.