Westinghouse S-296327 Blowout Coil Arc Suppression and Contactor Protection

Description:

The Westinghouse S-296327 Blowout Coil is used in industrial contactor and circuit interruption systems for magnetic arc suppression, arc control, and contact protection during high-current switching operations in heavy-duty electrical applications. Commonly installed in Westinghouse motor controllers, contactors, switchgear assemblies, crane control systems, and industrial power distribution equipment requiring dependable arc blowout performance and contact protection. Maintenance electricians, OEM equipment manufacturers, and industrial system integrators use this blowout coil for replacement maintenance, contactor repairs, retrofit projects, and restoration of legacy Westinghouse switching and control systems.

Applications:

The Westinghouse S-296327 blowout coil is commonly used in industrial motor control centers, crane control equipment, heavy-duty contactors, switchgear lineups, mining systems, manufacturing facilities, power distribution assemblies, and electrical control panels where reliable magnetic arc suppression and contact protection are required for safe switching and extended equipment life.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Westinghouse
• Part Number: S-296327
• Product Type: Blowout Coil
• Application Type: Arc Suppression and Contactor Protection
• Electrical Function: Magnetic arc control and arc extinguishing
• System Compatibility: Westinghouse motor control and switching systems
• Installation Environment: Industrial switchgear and control assemblies
• Industry Use: Manufacturing, mining, and industrial power systems
• Compatible Equipment: Contactors, motor controllers, and switchgear
• Mounting Type: Internal switching device installation
• Protection Function: Arc blowout and contact protection
• Operating Purpose: Arc displacement during circuit interruption
• Service Application: Replacement and retrofit projects
• Equipment Category: Industrial electrical switching component
• Designed For: Heavy-duty industrial control equipment

Common Replacements:

• Westinghouse 1486767 Blowout Coil
• Westinghouse 878D422G01 Blowout Coil
• Cutler-Hammer Arc Blowout Coil Assembly