Schneider Electric has unveiled two new energy products–GoPact MCCB (Moulded Case Circuit Breaker) and the GoPact MTS (Manual Transfer Switch) to the West African market.

The GoPact MCCB and GoPact MTS form part of Schneider Electric’s entry-level market offering which comprises cost-effective electrical products that offer robustness and simplicity without compromising on the company’s quality assurance.

The products suited to a variety of simple and non-critical applications such as low- to medium-density commercial buildings, cluster housing complexes, retail stores, mini-sub applications, and other non-critical industry applications.

Commenting on the products, Offer Manager, Power Products at Schneider Electric West Africa, Opeyemi Olaniyan, noted that the products are crucial to the West African market because of the value it brings to the distribution channel and their customers.

He said the products provide an affordable alternative to low-cost brands from India and China that have recently gained market share.

“While our premium products focus on large-scale projects and critical infrastructure, the GoPact line is suitable for less critical applications and loose component fittings. Its compatibility with non-type tested enclosures makes it easier to integrate with more affordable panels,” Olaniyan explained.

He said: “Another important value proposition of the GoPact MCCB for example is the adjustable trip unit, which allows for flexibility in application. It can handle various electrical faults, such as short circuits and overloads, while offering basic selectivity, with the second breaking mechanism reducing fault current twice to enhance its suitability for minimal selectivity. Additionally, the GoPact MCCB comes in 3P3D and 4P4D, with all the phases protected.”