Gigavac's new latching contactors
December 2011
Electrical Power & Protection
Gigavac has announced the new GXL14, the first release in the GXL line of latching contactors able to switch voltages from 12 to 750 VDC and AC. With a continuous duty rating of 350 A, the GXL14 expands on Gigavac’s GX line of EPIC sealed contactors that feature a compact, lightweight design in an environmentally sealed package.
The GXL14 latching line of contactors, operate without continuous coil power. This feature is preferred in applications such as solar power, power backup systems and vehicle systems operating on battery power. By conserving the power normally required to operate a standard relay, the GXL series allows the user greater flexibility in design.
The GXL14 was developed for the transportation and bus industry including recreational vehicles, emergency vehicles and mining equipment, as well as solar power and power back-up systems. The GXL14 measures 57x60x115 mm and comes with easy-connect chassis level power terminals that allow for installation without the need to bend large power cables or develop special bus bars. It can be mounted in any position and used in harsh environments at temperatures from –55 to 85°C. An optional SPST-NO auxiliary contact driven off the main armature gives true indication of the main contact position.
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