{"id":1467,"date":"2026-10-16T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mordio.com\/?p=1467"},"modified":"2026-07-17T09:22:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T09:22:20","slug":"switch-current-ratings-derating-curves-ambient-temperature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mordio.com\/de\/switch-current-ratings-derating-curves-ambient-temperature\/","title":{"rendered":"Schaltstromst\u00e4rken 10A vs 16A vs 20A: Derating-Kurven f\u00fcr Umgebungstemperatur und Einbau in geschlossenen Geh\u00e4usen"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Verst\u00e4ndnis der Schaltstromst\u00e4rken und des Deratings<\/h2>\n<p>Bei der Auswahl von Wandschaltern f\u00fcr gewerbliche oder industrielle Anwendungen ist die Nennstromst\u00e4rke \u2013 10A, 16A oder 20A \u2013 nur ein Teil der Geschichte. Die tats\u00e4chliche Strombelastbarkeit eines Schalters h\u00e4ngt von den Betriebsbedingungen ab, insbesondere von der Umgebungstemperatur und der Art der Installation. Derating-Kurven, die in Normen wie IEC 60669-1 und BS 1363 festgelegt sind, liefern die technische Grundlage f\u00fcr die Anpassung der Nennwerte, um einen sicheren Betrieb zu gew\u00e4hrleisten. Dieser Artikel erl\u00e4utert die Prinzipien des Deratings f\u00fcr Umgebungstemperatur und Einbau in geschlossenen Geh\u00e4usen und hilft Ihnen, den richtigen Schalter f\u00fcr Ihr Projekt auszuw\u00e4hlen.<\/p>\n<h2>Nennwerte vs. reale Bedingungen<\/h2>\n<p>Ein Schalter mit einer Nennstromst\u00e4rke von 10A bei 25\u00b0C Umgebungstemperatur kann nur unter diesen idealen Bedingungen dauerhaft 10 Ampere f\u00fchren. Steigt die Temperatur, erh\u00f6ht sich die Widerstandserw\u00e4rmung der Kontakte und internen Komponenten. Wenn der Schalter in einem Mehrfachgeh\u00e4use oder einer schlecht bel\u00fcfteten Unterputzdose montiert ist, wird die W\u00e4rmeableitung reduziert, was die Innentemperatur weiter erh\u00f6ht. Die von den Herstellern ver\u00f6ffentlichten (oder aus Standardpr\u00fcfdaten abgeleiteten) Derating-Kurven zeigen den maximal zul\u00e4ssigen Strom in Abh\u00e4ngigkeit von der Umgebungstemperatur. Beispielsweise kann ein 16A-Schalter bei 40\u00b0C Umgebungstemperatur auf 14A und bei 50\u00b0C auf 12A herabgesetzt werden. Diese Kurven sind f\u00fcr Ingenieure unerl\u00e4sslich, die Stromkreise entwerfen, die in warmen Umgebungen zuverl\u00e4ssig funktionieren m\u00fcssen.<\/p>\n<h2>Derating f\u00fcr Umgebungstemperatur: Die technische Grundlage<\/h2>\n<p>The fundamental limit is the maximum allowable temperature of switch contacts and insulating materials. For switches complying with IEC 60669-1, the temperature rise at rated current should not exceed 45 K above ambient for terminals and 55 K for other parts. When ambient is higher than the reference (typically 25\u00b0C or 35\u00b0C), the allowable temperature rise decreases, so the current must be reduced. The derating factor is often given as a percentage per degree above reference. For instance, a common derating factor for 10A switches is 0.5% per \u00b0C above 35\u00b0C. That means at 45\u00b0C, the switch can carry only 95% of its rated current (9.5A). At 55\u00b0C, it drops to 90% (9A). Always consult the manufacturer&#8217;s data\u2014MORDIO provides derating information for each switch model in its technical datasheets.<\/p>\n<h2>Einbau in geschlossenen Geh\u00e4usen: Auswirkungen begrenzter R\u00e4ume<\/h2>\n<p>When a switch is installed in an enclosed backbox or a multi-gang plate, heat cannot escape easily. The switch&#8217;s own power dissipation (I\u00b2R losses) raises the internal temperature above ambient. Standards like BS 1363-2 require that switches be tested in a simulated enclosure to determine the actual current-carrying capacity. For example, a 20A switch mounted in a single-gang metal box may still carry 20A, but the same switch in a plastic multi-gang enclosure might be limited to 16A. Derating curves for enclosed installations show how many switches can be ganged together without exceeding temperature limits. As a rule of thumb, derate by 10% for each additional switch in the same faceplate, but always verify with the manufacturer&#8217;s data.<\/p>\n<h2>Vergleich von 10A-, 16A- und 20A-Schaltern unter Derating<\/h2>\n<p>Let&#8217;s compare typical derating scenarios for MORDIO switches (always refer to actual datasheets):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>10A-Schalter bei 25\u00b0C Umgebungstemperatur, Einfachgeh\u00e4use: volle 10A. Bei 50\u00b0C Umgebungstemperatur: ca. 8,5A (15% Derating). In einem 4-fach Geh\u00e4use bei 35\u00b0C: 8A (20% Derating).<\/li>\n<li>16A-Schalter bei 25\u00b0C, Einfachgeh\u00e4use: 16A. Bei 50\u00b0C: 13,6A (15% Derating). In einem 4-fach Geh\u00e4use bei 35\u00b0C: 12,8A (20% Derating).<\/li>\n<li>20A-Schalter bei 25\u00b0C, Einfachgeh\u00e4use: 20A. Bei 50\u00b0C: 17A (15% Derating). In einem 4-fach Geh\u00e4use bei 35\u00b0C: 16A (20% Derating).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Diese Beispiele zeigen, dass das Derating die effektive Kapazit\u00e4t erheblich reduzieren kann. F\u00fcr Stromkreise mit hoher Last in warmen oder beengten Geh\u00e4usen kann eine h\u00f6here Nennstromst\u00e4rke erforderlich sein, um den tats\u00e4chlichen Strombedarf nach Derating zu decken.<\/p>\n<h2>Normen und Konformit\u00e4t: BS 1363, IEC und mehr<\/h2>\n<p>MORDIO liefert Wandschalter und Steckdosen f\u00fcr den britischen, europ\u00e4ischen und amerikanischen Markt und unterst\u00fctzt OEM\/ODM-Gespr\u00e4che. K\u00e4ufer sollten vor der Bestellung die genaue Produktspezifikation, die geltende Zertifizierung, die Testdokumentation, die Mindestbestellmenge und die Lieferzeit f\u00fcr jedes Projekt mit dem MORDIO-Team kl\u00e4ren.<\/p>\n<h2>Praktische Anleitung zur Spezifikation von Schaltern<\/h2>\n<p>Bei der Spezifikation von Schaltern f\u00fcr ein Projekt gehen Sie wie folgt vor:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ermitteln Sie den maximalen Dauerlaststrom.<\/li>\n<li>Sch\u00e4tzen Sie die ung\u00fcnstigste Umgebungstemperatur am Installationsort (z.B. in der N\u00e4he eines Heizkessels, an einem sonnigen Standort).<\/li>\n<li>Identifizieren Sie den Geh\u00e4usetyp: Einfachgeh\u00e4use, Mehrfachgeh\u00e4use, Metall oder Kunststoff. Notieren Sie die Anzahl der Schalter, die sich dieselbe Abdeckplatte teilen.<\/li>\n<li>Apply the derating factors from the manufacturer&#8217;s data. If no data is available, use a 20% derating for multi-gang enclosures and a 15% derating for ambient temperatures above 35\u00b0C.<\/li>\n<li>W\u00e4hlen Sie einen Schalter, dessen deratierte Kapazit\u00e4t den Laststrom \u00fcbersteigt. Wenn die Last beispielsweise 14A betr\u00e4gt und die deratierte Kapazit\u00e4t eines 16A-Schalters 12,8A ist, w\u00e4hlen Sie stattdessen einen 20A-Schalter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Befolgen Sie stets die \u00f6rtlichen Elektrovorschriften und konsultieren Sie einen qualifizierten Elektriker f\u00fcr die Installation. MORDIO bietet eine Reihe von Schaltern von 10A bis 20A mit detaillierten technischen Daten auf unseren Produktseiten. F\u00fcr weitere Informationen besuchen Sie unsere Kollektion britischer Normschalter und Steckdosen oder sehen Sie sich unsere Zertifikate an.<\/p>\n<h2>Fazit: Derating gew\u00e4hrleistet Sicherheit und Zuverl\u00e4ssigkeit<\/h2>\n<p>F\u00fcr weiterf\u00fchrende Literatur erkunden Sie unser Produktsortiment und erfahren Sie mehr \u00fcber unsere Fertigungsstandards.<\/p>\n<p>Bevor Sie einen Auftrag genehmigen, setzen Sie die oben besprochenen Anforderungen in eine schriftliche Einkaufsspezifikation um. Halten Sie den Zielmarkt, die geltende Norm, Nennspannung und -strom, Materialien, Abmessungen, Anschlussdesign, Verpackung, Kennzeichnung, Methode der Musterfreigabe, Pr\u00fcfniveau und die vor dem Versand erforderlichen Dokumente fest. Bitten Sie den Lieferanten, etwaige Annahmen oder Ausnahmen schriftlich zu benennen. Bewahren Sie ein freigegebenes Muster und eine revisionskontrollierte Zeichnung als Referenz f\u00fcr Produktion und Endpr\u00fcfung auf. Dieser Prozess ersetzt nicht die Zertifizierung oder die technische Pr\u00fcfung vor Ort, gibt aber K\u00e4ufern und Lieferanten eine gemeinsame Checkliste und reduziert vermeidbare Missverst\u00e4ndnisse bei Angebot, Bemusterung, Produktion und Lieferung.<\/p>\n<p>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/mordio.com\/de\/\">MORDIO wall switch and socket solutions<\/a>, oder <a href=\"https:\/\/mordio.com\/de\/contact\/\">contact the team<\/a> to discuss specifications, samples, documentation, MOQ, and lead times for your market.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding Switch Current Ratings and Derating When selecting wall switches for commercial or industrial applications, the nominal current rating\u201410A, 16A, or 20A\u2014is only part of the story. The actual current-carrying capacity of a switch depends on operating conditions, particularly ambient temperature and how the switch is installed. 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