The Schneider Electric A9S68480 is a 4-pole switch disconnector from the Acti9 iINT range, rated for 80 A at 400 V AC (50/60 Hz) in AC-22A utilization category — meaning it handles mixed resistive and inductive loads, typical for motor control and distribution sub-circuits where isolation is also required. It is certified for isolation (suitability for isolation: Yes) and carries a contact position indicator, so a technician can verify the open state at a glance. The 6 kV rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) and pollution degree 3 rating suit it for fixed industrial panels where transient overvoltages and conductive dust are expected.
Tunnel-type terminals accept 6 to 50 mm² rigid or 6 to 35 mm² flexible (with or without ferrule); strip length is 14 mm, tighten to 3.5 N·m. Compatible with comb busbars and distribution blocks on top or bottom, which simplifies panel wiring when feeding multiple downstream breakers.
Durability and environmental ratings
Rated for 10,000 electrical cycles and 20,000 mechanical cycles — a solid service life for a panel isolator that sees daily switching. The IP20 finger-safe terminals are standard for enclosed panels; the unit is tropicalised (class 2) and operates from -25 °C to 60 °C, with storage from -40 °C to 85 °C at up to 95% relative humidity. The 1500 A rated short-time withstand current (Icw) and 5 kA short-circuit making capacity (Icm) mean it can handle fault conditions long enough for an upstream protective device to clear.