Clipsal 56SW420-GY 56 Series IP66 Surface Switch 1 Gang 4 Pole 20A 500VAC Grey

Description

Four-pole isolation, built for the harshest sites.

The Clipsal 56 Series 56SW420-GY is a surface-mounted rotary switch rated for 20A across four poles at 500VAC. Sealed to IP66 and built from tough polycarbonate, it delivers reliable isolation where dust, water and rough handling are part of the job.

• Model: 56SW420-GY (Clipsal 56 Series)
• 1 Gang, 4 Pole surface switch
• Rated 20A at 500VAC, 50Hz
• IP66 ingress protection to AS 60529
• Rotary knob control, ON-OFF marking
• Suitable for isolation duty
• Motor rating M150 at 500V (AS/NZS 3133)
• Breaking capacity 20kA, making capacity 1.7kA
• Rated impulse withstand 4kV, short-time withstand 0.8kA for 1s
• Polycarbonate construction, chemical resistant grey
• Padlockable handle (2 padlocks, 8-8 mm)
• Operating temperature -25 to 75 degrees C

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Reliable Isolation for Demanding Environments

Rated to IP66, the enclosure resists dust ingress and powerful water jets, making it well suited to exposed and wash-down areas. The moulded polycarbonate housing stands up to knocks and UV exposure, and the switch is rated for operation across a wide -25 to 75 degrees C temperature range. The four-pole configuration switches all four conductors together, giving clean, simultaneous isolation for three-phase-plus-neutral circuits.

Dependable Control Rating

With a 20A rating at 500VAC and a motor rating of M150 to AS/NZS 3133, this switch is built for medium-duty control tasks. A breaking capacity of 20kA and a rated short-circuit making capacity of 1.7kA support use in robust distribution setups, while the 4kV rated impulse withstand voltage and 0.8kA short-time withstand current (for 1 second) reflect its sturdy design.

Safe, Serviceable Operation

The rotary handle accepts up to two padlocks (8-8 mm) for lock-out during maintenance, helping keep circuits safely de-energised while work is carried out. Screw fixing holds the unit securely to the mounting surface, and clear ON-OFF marking on the face leaves no doubt about switch position. Built to AS/NZS 3133, the 56SW420-GY is a dependable choice for Australian sites where safety and durability matter.

Q: Is the 56SW420-GY suitable for four-pole isolation?
A: Yes. It is a 4-pole switch rated 20A at 500VAC, switching all four poles together, and is rated as suitable for isolation.

Q: Can the handle be locked off for maintenance?
A: Yes. The rotary handle supports padlocking with up to two padlocks sized 8-8 mm.

Q: What ingress protection does it offer?
A: It is rated IP66 to AS 60529, protecting against dust and strong water jets across a -25 to 75 degrees C operating range.