Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX DC Contactor Overview

The Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX is a sealed hermetic DC contactor from the GV14 Series, designed for 400A current switching in 100VDC nominal power systems. It uses a 24VDC control coil, chassis mounting, stud and wire lead termination, and no auxiliary contact. This model is suitable for EV battery systems, low-voltage battery packs, industrial DC power distribution, marine power control, material handling equipment, and OEM battery disconnect modules. In this model, 100VDC refers to the main contact switching voltage, while 24VDC refers to the coil voltage used to operate the contactor.

Product Description

The Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX DC contactor is built for reliable low-voltage, high-current DC switching in battery and power control systems. As part of the GV14 Series, this contactor provides a 400A contact current rating and 100VDC nominal switching voltage. It is a practical choice for battery disconnect circuits, electric vehicles, material handling equipment, marine battery systems, industrial DC cabinets, and compact OEM power modules.

The GV141CAX uses an SPST-NO main contact arrangement, also described as 1 Form X. The main power contact remains open when the coil is not energized and closes when the 24VDC coil receives the correct control signal. This allows a lower-voltage control circuit to manage a high-current DC load circuit. The 100VDC value belongs to the main switching path, while the 24VDC value belongs only to the coil circuit.

A key advantage of the Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX is its sealed hermetic construction. The sealed body helps protect the internal contact system from dust, humidity, oxidation, and harsh operating environments. This makes the GV141CAX suitable for mobile equipment, outdoor battery systems, industrial control cabinets, and vehicle platforms where vibration, moisture, and contamination can reduce the service life of ordinary open-frame contactors.

This version uses stud and wire lead termination for harness-based installation. Compared with PCB pin versions, the wire lead configuration is useful when the contactor needs to be connected into a vehicle harness, control box, or power distribution assembly. The “X” auxiliary option indicates no auxiliary contact, so GV141CAX is best suited for systems where separate contact feedback is not required or where status monitoring is handled by another circuit.

Key Features

• Genuine Sensata Gigavac GV14 Series DC contactor
• 400A contact rating for high-current DC power control
• 100VDC nominal switching voltage for low-voltage battery systems
• 24VDC coil for control circuit operation
• SPST-NO main contact form for normally open switching
• No auxiliary contact for simplified circuit designs
• Hermetically sealed construction for harsh environments
• Stud and wire lead termination for harness-based installation
• 20 ms operate time and 12 ms release time
• Wide operating temperature range from -55°C to 85°C

Applications

The GV141CAX DC contactor is suitable for systems that need dependable connection and disconnection of DC battery, load, or charging circuits. Typical applications include EV battery packs, electric forklifts, AGV equipment, low-voltage battery management systems, DC power cabinets, renewable energy control boxes, marine battery switching, UPS systems, and industrial automation equipment.

In a battery system, the Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX can be used as a main contactor, charge contactor, load disconnect contactor, or safety isolation device depending on the circuit design. Its 400A current rating and 100VDC switching voltage make it suitable for low-voltage, high-current platforms where sealed protection and stable switching performance are required.

Why Choose Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX

The Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX is a strong option when the system requires 400A current capacity, 100VDC switching voltage, 24VDC coil operation, chassis mounting, wire lead termination, and no auxiliary contact. Compared with versions that include auxiliary feedback, this model is simpler for designs where the controller does not need a separate auxiliary signal.

For replacement and maintenance projects, GV141CAX should be selected when the original design requires GV14 Series performance with 400A current rating, 100VDC nominal switching voltage, 24VDC coil voltage, stud and wire lead termination, and no auxiliary contact. Before ordering, confirm coil voltage, auxiliary contact requirement, mounting style, terminal type, load current, and system voltage.

FAQ

Q1: What is the full product name of GV141CAX?
A1: The full product name is Sensata Gigavac GV141CAX DC Contactor.

Q2: What is the main switching voltage?
A2: The main switching voltage is 100VDC nominal.

Q3: What does 24VDC mean?
A3: 24VDC is the coil voltage used to operate the contactor, not the main load voltage.

Q4: What is the current rating?
A4: The contact rating current is 400A.

Q5: Does GV141CAX include an auxiliary contact?
A5: No. The X suffix indicates no auxiliary contact.

Q6: What is the difference between GV141CAX and GV141CAB?
A6: GV141CAX has no auxiliary contact, while GV141CAB has a normally open auxiliary contact.