Sealed Contactor safely switches up to 750 V, DC or AC.
Press Release Summary:
Rated to 350 A, GX14 is configured as SPST, NO contactor that measures 2.25 in. high and incorporates cut-throat DC coils that have built-in coil suppression. EPIC® (Extended Performance Impervious Ceramic) sealing technology enables operation in harsh environments without special protective packaging. Able to be mounted in any direction, product features chassis level power connections and only requires 3 W of coil power at 24 Vdc.
Original Press Release:
The New GX14 350 AMP High Efficiency 'Cut-Throat' Contactor - Safely Switch up to 750 Volts DC and AC
Santa Barbara, California - GIGAVAC®, today's expert in high voltage relays and sealed contactors, announces the GX14-a new, completely sealed 350 Amp single pole, single throw normally open contactor that can power switch both AC and DC up to 750 volts. Using GIGAVAC's EPIC® sealing technology (Extended Performance Impervious Ceramic), as used in advanced aerospace applications, the new GX14 can operate in harsh environments without the need for special protective packaging.
The new GX14 is available with high efficiency "cut-throat" DC coils that have built-in coil suppression. Measuring only 57mm (2.25 in.) in height, the GX14 sealed contactor with easy-connect industry standard chassis level power connections, can be mounted in any direction practically anywhere without having to bend the large connecting power cables or develop special bus bars. Single pole, double throw (SPDT) auxiliary contacts rated at 2 Amps are available as an option.
"We have studied industry needs extensively and have created an entire family of truly unique, low-cost sealed multi-purpose contactors for both AC and DC switching. The GX14 is the latest addition, with simple, easy to understand ratings that are hassle-free for all users," explains Jim Lanum, GIGAVAC's VP of Sales & Technical Support. "It's very compact and requires only 3 watts of coil power at 24 VDC; and has no electronic coil economizer that can generate noise or become contaminated in harsh environments." Lanum added, "The GX14 can operate practically anywhere, even under water, and is rated for temperatures from -55°C to 75°C (up to 125°C with special coils).
The GX14 is in stock for immediate delivery. One piece pricing with the new GX14 is $137. For 50 pieces, it is $94 each. GIGAVAC accepts all major credit cards and generally ships the same day the order is received. Representatives throughout the world can deliver the products in the user's country and currency at the lowest possible cost. For complete information and ordering, call +805-684-8401 or visit www.GIGAVAC.com.
About GIGAVAC:
Based in Santa Barbara, California, GIGAVAC is today's expert in high voltage relays and sealed contactors. Founded by leading industry professionals, GIGAVAC designs, manufactures and sells high voltage relays and contactors to manufacturers of test equipment, power supplies, wafer fabrication, RF and communications equipment, MRI/medical equipment and others in need of high voltage solutions; as well as users involved in heavy trucks and equipment, boats, light rail, mining, oil and factory automation power systems, battery charging and management systems, fuel cells, and solar, wind and wave power systems. www.GIGAVAC.com.
