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simpleSwitch 240

$997.00

Unit Price: $997

  • The simpleSwitch 240 is an energy load management device designed to share power between two electrical appliances/devices.
  • The simpleSwitch 240 is an automatic switching device that switches power from the secondary to the priority appliance when the priority appliance calls for power.
  • For example, when you need the energy to power your oven, your car charger will be paused. When your oven is turned off, after a programmed delay of a few minutes, your car charging will resume.

How it Works Summary:

Model 240 – “Share the Power” between two electrical devices

  1. When the primary device calls for power, the simpleSwitch 240 automatically switches off the secondary device.
  2. Power is restored to secondary device after the primary device is turned off (and after a cycle delay of 5 minutes).
SKU: SS240 Category:

Specification


Specifications:
Model
simpleSwitch 240™
Weight (pounds)
4 lbs.
Dimensions (W x H x D in)
7.58 x 7.58 x 4.90 in
Power Connection (Volts/Amps) 50/60Hz
120-208/240VAC 60Amp Breaker Max. (3PH Min 206VAC)
Priority Output
120-208/240VAC 50Amps FLA
Secondary (Switched Output)
Full Load Rating - Continuous Use Suggested Secondary Appliance Amperage
120-208/240VAC
50 Amps
≤48 Amps
Overcurrent Protection on Internal Contactors
Set by manufacturer at 50Amps on Secondary Output Only
Maximum Breaker Size
60 Amps
Contactor Type
Latching
Enclosure Rating NEMA
Type 1, 2, 3R, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12, 13
Mounting Environment / Orientation
Indoors or Outdoors / Horizontal or Vertical or Inverted
Ambient Temperature Degrees Celsius
Operating -40 to 70 °C
Conductor Metal Type to be Connected to simpleSwitch
Copper conductor wire to simpleSwitch terminal ports only.
(No Aluminum cable is to connect directly to simpleSwitch)
Fail-Safe
Contactors to Secondary Output open if there is a malfunction of power or internal board, disconnecting the supply of power to Secondary Output
Conductor Fill in Enclosure
Maximum number of conductors 12.
Not to be used as junction box for other uses
Horsepower Rating
5 HP
Delay Time
(5) minute delay to restore power to the Secondary appliance,
when Priority appliance is using less than 240 watts
Standard(s) for Safety:
UL 916, Energy Management Equipment
CSA C22.2 No. 205-17 Signal Equipment
Testing

UL Certificate of Compliance E510161 US/CAN LISTED
E510161   
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Example of Application: Oven and EV Charger connected to simpleSwitch 240

  • When you turn on your oven, your car charger will be paused. When your oven is turned off, after a programmed delay of a few minutes, your car charging will resume.

 

Device Functionality:

  • The simpleSwitch 240 works by constantly sensing energy consumption from the priority device. When there is a call for power from the priority device, the simpleSwitch 240 will switch off the appliance that is connected as the secondary device.
  • The simpleSwitch 240 will always supply a small amount of uninterrupted power to the priority appliance (approximately 250 watts) to keep clocks and electronics powered. The secondary appliance only has power supplied when the priority appliance is not in use (drawing less than 250 watts).
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