Gigavac

GX16 chassis mount Contactor

GX16 - industrial contactor from Gigavac Chassis level power terminals – No need for specially routed power cables, particular bus bars, or special lugs. Rugged EPIC® Seal rated to 175°C – With GX16 you get reduced risk of fire or meltdown in over current conditions. It is the same technology that are used in advanced aerospace programs. Hermetically Sealed – GX16 is designed to fulfill UL1604 for Class I & II, Div 2 and Class III for use in hazardous environments. IP67 enables temporary water immersion for 30 min. Additional, it has SAE J1171 - external ignition protection and ISO8846 for protection against ignition around flammable gasses. High Efficiency Dual DC Coils – Very low 12 or 24 VDC continuous coil power with no EMI emissions or cross-talk on your system control power. Ideal for battery powered systems or where low power is needed. Built-in coil suppression for all DC coils – GX16 saves you engineering time and parts cost to add external coil suppression. Stainless steel hardware and mounting inserts, for years of corrosion free service. Not position sensitive – Gx16 can be mounted in any position for ease of installation

Manufacturer

Gigavac

Added function

None

Auxilary contact

Normally open (NO)

Coil Voltage

12VDC; 24VDC; 48VDC

Contact config

Normally open (NO)

Continuous current

600A

Max current

3000A

Mechanical cycles

1000000

Mounting

Chassis

Product sheet

Gigavac

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Gigavac is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in high-voltage relays and hermetically sealed contactors for applications that demand high reliability and safety. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Carpinteria, California, Gigavac has been part of Sensata Technologies since 2018—a global leader in sensor systems and power control.

Gigavac’s solutions are used across a wide range of industries, including electric vehicles, energy storage, renewable energy, industrial automation, transportation, and aerospace. The company focuses on delivering robust components capable of withstanding extreme environmental conditions, high voltages, and demanding load cycles, making them ideal for modern electrified systems.

All products are manufactured to strict quality standards and are often implemented in safety-critical applications where performance and reliability are essential. With expertise in high-voltage control and a strong drive for innovation, Gigavac has established itself as a key supplier for next-generation power systems.

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