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Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

SW 2PTwo-pole power switch: original educational illustration
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Two-pole power switch

A two-pole power switch operates two circuit conductors through a common device. The schematic may use separate pole elements linked by a mechanism annotation.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Power distribution
Reference family
IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

Two poles do not necessarily mean a two-phase supply.

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IsolatorDisconnector: original educational illustration
Symbols

Disconnector

A disconnector, often called an isolator, provides an isolation function in an electrical circuit. Its representation should be read with the drawing legend and the selected device specification. Do not infer load-breaking or fault-interruption capability simply because a drawing contains a switch-like mark.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Power distribution
Reference family
IEC / IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

A load-break switch has a specified load-switching capability. A disconnector designation alone does not establish that capability.

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