Schneider Electric VCFN20GE Emergency Stop Switch

Description:

The Telemecanique VCFN20GE is an enclosed emergency stop switch disconnector from the TeSys Mini-VARIO range, featuring a 3-pole 16 A rotary switch in an IP55 enclosure for safe power isolation and emergency stopping of industrial equipment. Commonly installed on machine tools, conveyor systems, packaging machinery, pumps, compressors, and industrial control panels requiring a reliable local emergency stop and main isolator. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this switch disconnector for equipment replacement, machine retrofits, electrical safety upgrades, and new control panel installations.

Applications:

The Telemecanique VCFN20GE provides manual isolation of three-phase electrical circuits and emergency stopping of machinery while allowing the handle to be padlocked in the OFF position during maintenance. It is widely used in factory automation, motor control, industrial machinery, and power distribution applications where dependable isolation enhances operator safety, regulatory compliance, and equipment reliability.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): VCFN20GE
• Manufacturer: Telemecanique (Schneider Electric)
• Product Type: Enclosed Emergency Stop Switch Disconnector
• Product Series: TeSys Mini-VARIO
• Number of Poles: 3
• Rated Thermal Current (Ithe): 16 A
• Rated Operational Voltage (Ue): Up to 690 VAC
• Protection Rating: IP55
• Control Type: Rotary Handle
• Handle Color: Red with Yellow Front Plate
• Padlock Facility: 1 to 3 Padlocks (4–8 mm Shackle)
• Rated Motor Power: 5.5 kW at 400 VAC (AC-23), 4 kW at 400 VAC (AC-3)
• Mounting Style: Surface Mount Enclosure
• Function: Main Isolator and Emergency Stop Switch
• Application: Machine Isolation and Motor Disconnect

Common Replacements:

• Schneider Electric VCFN20GE
• Schneider Electric VCFN25GE
• OEM equivalent VCFN20GE