Schneider Electric TeSys Mini-VARIO 3-Pole Switch-Disconnector Body (VN12)

SKU VN12

The Schneider Electric TeSys Mini-VARIO VN12 switch body provides isolation for electrical circuits and industrial machinery. Serving as a core disconnector module, it can be customized with front-operating door-interlocked handles, shaft extensions, or auxiliary contact blocks to meet machine safety standards (IEC 60947-3).

Manufacturer

Schneider Electric

Manufacturer material ID

VN12

Category

CONTACTORS

HS code

85365090

UNSPSC

39122233

Net weight

0.14

Country of origin

DE

Availability

READY TO SHIP

Highlights

Product Series TeSys Mini-VARIOPart Number VN12
Device Type Switch-Disconnector Body
Number of Poles 3P (3 NO Main Contacts)
Conventional Free Air Thermal Current 12A
Rated Operational Power (AC-23A) 4 kW at 400 V AC
Rated Insulation Voltage 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
Mounting Support 35 mm DIN Rail / Plate
Dimensions (W x H x D)45 mm x 60 mm x 45.5 mm

Additional information

Key Operational Features12 A Current Capacity: Rated for 12 A continuous operational current ($I_{th}$) with high breaking capacity (up to 4 kW at 400 V AC-23A for direct motor switching).3-Pole Rotary Design: Compact 3-phase switching body designed for reliable physical gap separation when turned off.Modular Safety Integration: Accommodates add-on auxiliary contacts (early-break / late-make options), additional main poles, or neutral terminals.Flexible Mounting Options: Mounts directly on a standard 35 mm DIN rail or backplate, with support for front panel or door door-coupling rotary handles.Padlockable Safety Compatible: Works in conjunction with padlockable rotary handles to allow lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) maintenance procedures.
Primary Industrial Applications:
Widely used across small motor control centers (MCCs), machine tool power supply lines, HVAC system disconnects, packaging machinery, and localized equipment isolation panels.