Hansen Electric Vacuum Contactors – Built for Underground Mining
Electrical Solutions for Mining Operations – With over 30,000 products installed worldwide and more than 10 years of manufacturing excellence.
Hansen Electric specialises in the design, manufacture, installation, and servicing of electrical equipment engineered for use in underground mining and potentially explosive atmospheres. Hansen Electric is a world leader in electrical solutions for underground mining, heavy industry, and transport, where safety, reliability, and compliance cannot be compromised.
Global clients include Huyndai, CATERPILLAR Global Mining Europe, Breuer Motoren GmbH, BARTEC and mining operations across Europe and Africa.
Hansen Electric vacuum contactors are deployed in:
- Underground mining equipment
- Shuttlecars
- Roof bolters
- Drills
- Flameproof electrical motor starting equipment
- Freight and metro trains
- Longwall shearers.
Hansen Electric has an in-house research and development team, equipped with advanced 3D design and testing tools. This setup allows them to respond quickly to customer needs while maintaining strict quality control, covering everything from machining mechanical parts to assembling high- and low-voltage components.
Their focus on innovation, durability, and compliance has made Hansen Electric a trusted partner in industries worldwide, from underground mining to heavy industry, transport, and energy. Through Leveltec, Australian operators now gain access to this expertise, supported locally with engineering advice, stocked products, and site-ready solutions.
The Hansen Electric Vacuum Contactor Range
Suitable as a SH-V400 Replacement, In Stock in Australia
The Mitsubishi SH-V400 is discontinued, and the Hansen Electric HR-VS vacuum contactor range is a proven and compliant replacement, with local stock held across facilities in New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.
Leveltec has worked directly with Hansen Electric engineers to modify the HR-VS to match the SH-V400’s mounting positions and termination points as closely as possible, so existing bus bar systems can be retained with minimal or no modification.
The HR-VS range covers 80A to 630A across six models, is rated to AC-4 duty, and carries ATEX/IECEx certification for hazardous area use. Every product meets EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 14001 standards.
Nominal Voltage: 400–1200V (some models up to 3300V)
Nominal Current: 80A – 630A
Control Voltage: 24–230V AC/DC (+15% … -25%)
Mechanical Lifetime: 1×10⁶ cycles
Leveltec is Hansen Electric’s distributor in Australia and New Zealand, offering stock availability, local engineering support, and project-ready solutions. Modifications are carried out here in Australia, so you’re not dependent on international lead times or minimum order quantities.
HR-VS4/630
| Basic technical parameters: | |
| Nominal voltage | from 400 to 1200VAC, 50 / 60Hz |
| Nominal current | 630A |
| Nominal switching capacities making current | 7560A |
| Nominal switching capacities breaking current | 6300A |
| Nominal short-time current (1.0s) | 6kA |
| Nominal dynamic current | 20kA |
| Class of interrupted operations | 1200 cycles/hour |
| Mechanical lifetime | 1×10⁶ cycles |
| Nominal control voltage | 100-230V, +15% … -25% |
| Closing time | ≤ 65ms |
| Breaking time | ≤ 35ms |
| Weight | 9kg |
| Dimensions | 186×198×186mm |
HR-HR-VS4
| Basic technical parameters: | |
| Nominal voltage | from 400 to 1200VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Nominal current | 450A |
| Nominal switching capacities making current | 4800A |
| Nominal switching capacities breaking current | 4000A |
| Nominal short-time current (1.0s) | 4.8kA |
| Nominal dynamic current | 18kA |
| Class of interrupted operations | 1200 cycles/hour |
| Mechanical lifetime | 1×10⁶ cycles |
| Nominal control voltage | 100–230V, +15% … -25% |
| Closing time | ≤ 65ms |
| Breaking time | ≤ 35ms |
| Weight | 9kg |
| Dimensions | 186×198×186mm |
HR-VS200
| Basic technical parameters: | |
| Nominal voltage | from 400 to 1200VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Nominal current | 200A |
| Nominal switching capacities making current | 2400A |
| Nominal switching capacities breaking current | 2000A |
| Nominal short-time current (1.0 s) | 3.2kA |
| Nominal dynamic current | 16kA |
| Class of interrupted operations | 1200 cycles/hour |
| Mechanical lifetime | 1×10⁶ cycles |
| Nominal control voltage | 100–230V, +15% … -25% |
| Closing time | ≤ 45ms |
| Breaking time | ≤ 30ms |
| Weight | 4.7kg |
| Dimensions | 134×130×158mm |
HR-VS80
| Basic technical parameters: | |
| Nominal voltage | from 400 to 1200VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Nominal current | 80A |
| Nominal switching capacities making current | 960A |
| Nominal switching capacities breaking current | 800A |
| Nominal short-time current (1.0 s) | 1.34kA |
| Nominal dynamic current | 2.36kA |
| Class of interrupted operations | 1200 cycles/hour |
| Mechanical lifetime | 1×10⁶ cycles |
| Nominal control voltage | 100–230V, +15% … -25% |
| Closing time | ≤ 30ms |
| Breaking time | ≤ 40ms |
| Weight | 1.8kg |
| Dimensions | 102×109.5×134mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
They are widely used in underground mining, rail transport, flameproof electrical systems, and conveyor operations.
They are designed for AC4 category loads, have a long mechanical life of 1 million cycles, and require minimal maintenance even in harsh conditions.
The range covers 80A–630A and 400–1200V (with some up to 3300V), making them suitable for both light and heavy-duty switching.
Yes, Leveltec stocks key Hansen Electric products and provides engineering support, documentation, and site-ready solutions.
Absolutely. Their compact, lightweight design makes them easy to retrofit into existing equipment while meeting compliance and safety standards.