Sensata Gigavac HX21CC DC Contactor

The Sensata Gigavac HX21CC is a sealed hermetic DC contactor from the HX21 Series, designed for 350A current switching in high-voltage systems up to 1500VDC. It uses a 24VDC control coil, chassis mounting, stud and wire lead termination, 122 cm / 48 in flying leads, and no auxiliary contact. This model is suitable for EV battery systems, battery energy storage equipment, photovoltaic systems, inverter systems, industrial DC power cabinets, marine power control, and high-voltage battery disconnect modules. In this model, 1500VDC refers to the main contact switching voltage, while 24VDC refers to the coil voltage used to operate the contactor.

Product Description

The Sensata Gigavac HX21CC DC contactor is designed for reliable high-voltage DC switching in demanding battery and power conversion systems. As part of the HX21 Series, this model combines a 350A contact current rating with 1500VDC nominal switching capability, making it suitable for electric vehicles, battery energy storage systems, photovoltaic systems, inverter systems, industrial power distribution, and high-voltage battery disconnect circuits.

The HX21CC 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 voltage. This allows a low-voltage control circuit to manage a high-voltage DC load path. The 1500VDC value belongs to the main switching circuit, while the 24VDC value belongs only to the coil control circuit.

A key advantage of the Sensata Gigavac HX21CC is its sealed hermetic construction. The sealed design helps protect the internal contact system from dust, humidity, oxidation, and contamination. This is useful for solar, photovoltaic, inverter systems, battery packs, combiner boxes, DC arc fault interrupter systems, and other high-voltage DC systems where open-frame switching devices may not provide enough environmental protection.

The HX21CC configuration includes 122 cm / 48 in flying leads and no auxiliary contact. The longer lead length gives more wiring flexibility in battery cabinets, inverter assemblies, and high-voltage distribution boxes where the coil circuit must be routed to a controller or harness connection point. Since HX21CC has no auxiliary contact, it is best suited for systems where separate contact feedback is not required or where contactor status is monitored through another method.

Key Features

• Genuine Sensata Gigavac HX21 Series DC contactor
• 350A contact rating for high-voltage DC power control
• 1500VDC nominal switching voltage for high-voltage systems
• 24VDC coil with internal coil suppression
• SPST-NO main contact form for normally open switching
• No auxiliary contact for simplified circuit designs
• Hermetically sealed construction for harsh environments
• Stud and 122 cm / 48 in wire lead termination
• Designed for compact 1000+VDC switching systems
• Suitable for EV, ESS, solar, inverter, and industrial DC systems

Applications

The HX21CC DC contactor is suitable for high-voltage systems that need dependable connection and disconnection of battery, load, inverter, or charging circuits. Typical applications include EV battery packs, battery energy storage systems, photovoltaic combiner boxes, wind power systems, DC charging equipment, inverter power stages, UPS battery systems, marine electric propulsion, and industrial DC distribution cabinets.

In a battery system, the Sensata Gigavac HX21CC can be used as a main positive contactor, main negative contactor, charge path contactor, load disconnect contactor, or safety isolation device depending on the system design. Its 350A current rating and 1500VDC switching voltage make it suitable for high-voltage platforms where sealed construction and stable switching performance are required.

Why Choose Sensata Gigavac HX21CC

The Sensata Gigavac HX21CC is a strong option when the system requires 350A current capacity, 1500VDC switching voltage, 24VDC coil operation, chassis mounting, long wire leads, and no auxiliary contact. Compared with lower-voltage contactors, this model is better matched to high-voltage battery and renewable energy systems. Compared with contactors that include auxiliary feedback, this version is simpler for designs where the controller does not need a separate auxiliary signal.

For replacement and maintenance projects, HX21CC should be selected when the original system requires HX21 Series performance with 350A contact rating, 1500VDC switching voltage, 24VDC coil voltage, 122 cm / 48 in flying leads, and no auxiliary contact. Before ordering, confirm coil voltage, auxiliary contact requirement, mounting direction, termination style, current rating, and system voltage.

FAQ

Q1: What is the full product name of HX21CC?
A1: The full product name is Sensata Gigavac HX21CC DC Contactor.

Q2: What is the main switching voltage?
A2: The main switching voltage is 1500VDC 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 350A.

Q5: Does HX21CC include an auxiliary contact?
A5: No. HX21CC does not include an auxiliary contact.

Q6: What is the difference between HX21CC and HX21CCB?
A6: HX21CC has no auxiliary contact, while HX21CCB has a normally open auxiliary contact.