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Schneider Electric Backup Control Switch — 200A Automatic Grid Disconnect

Seamless Grid-to-Backup Transition for Your Home

50 ms transfer speed — No interruptions when grid fails
200A service entrance rated — Handles full home power loads
NEMA 3R outdoor enclosure — Weatherproof for any installation
27 kW continuous backup — Scale up to four XW Pro inverters
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Schneider | Electric Backup Control Switch | 865-BCS-2200
Schneider | Electric Backup Control Switch | 865-BCS-2200
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Schneider | Electric Backup Control Switch | 865-BCS-2200
Schneider Electric Backup Control Switch — 200A Automatic Grid Disconnect
$2,048.95

Seamless Grid-to-Backup Transition for Your Home

The Schneider Electric Backup Control Switch (BCS) automatically disconnects your home from the grid during an outage and transfers to backup power in just 50 milliseconds. Built as a weatherproof, field-tested component for larger XW Pro systems, it handles up to 200 Amps at your service entrance. Connect up to four XW Pro inverters for 27 kW continuous and 48 kW peak backup power, keeping your home grid-independent when it matters most. NEMA Type 3R rated for outdoor installation.

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50 ms Transfer Speed
200A Service Rated
NEMA 3R Outdoor Rated
UL Certified for USA
27 kW
Continuous Backup Power
48 kW
Peak Surge Capacity
200 A
Maximum Current Rating
Grid-Independent Transfer the Moment the Grid Fails

Grid-Independent Transfer the Moment the Grid Fails

The core problem with grid-tied solar systems is simple: when the grid drops, your house goes dark. The Schneider BCS eliminates that vulnerability entirely. When paired with XW Pro inverters, this switch detects an outage and disconnects from the utility in 50 milliseconds — faster than your lights can flicker. Unlike generic marketplace components that may or may not communicate with your inverter, this BCS is engineered specifically for Schneider's ecosystem. At Off Grid Vault, we pre-vet every component for compatibility so your inverter talks to your switch without guesswork. Your home stays powered. The utility becomes irrelevant.

Scale Your Backup to 27 Kilowatts Continuous

Scale Your Backup to 27 Kilowatts Continuous

The BCS-2200 is not limited to a single inverter. It supports up to four XW Pro inverters, delivering up to 27 kW of continuous backup power and 48 kW peak surge capacity. That is enough to run a well pump, refrigerator, HVAC system, and lighting simultaneously — exactly the scenario that concerns homeowners who have lived through multi-day outages. With 200A service entrance rating on 120/240 VAC single phase, this switch handles the full electrical load of most residential setups. Top or bottom entry for grid input gives you flexibility on how you route your wiring.

NEMA 3R Enclosure Built for Permanent Outdoor Installations

NEMA 3R Enclosure Built for Permanent Outdoor Installations

This is not indoor-only equipment that forces you to restructure your electrical panel location. The BCS-2200 ships in a NEMA Type 3R enclosure rated for outdoor installation, protecting against rain, sleet, and external ice formation. At 35 inches wide by 19 inches tall and under 30 pounds, it mounts cleanly beside your service entrance without requiring a custom shelter. UL certified for use in the USA, this switch meets the code requirements that inspectors look for during permitting. When you are building an off-grid system designed to outlast utility rate hikes and blackout cycles, every component needs to survive the elements — not just the panels.

Compatibility Check

Make sure this Backup Control Switch fits your system before ordering.

  • Your system uses Schneider Electric XW Pro inverters
  • Your service entrance or MID is rated for 200 Amps
  • Your electrical panel supports 120/240 VAC single phase

Where This Fits

Designed for serious backup power setups where grid failure is not an option.

Whole-Home Backup Power
Storm & Outage Protection
Homestead & Rural Properties

Full specifications

At a glance

Dimensions
35" x 19" x 7 3/4" (889 x 485 x 196mm)
Power
120/240 VAC single phase
Surface
See product page
Compliance
Certified to UL standards for USA
Full specifications9 data points across 4 categories

Dimensions

Dimensions35" x 19" x 7 3/4" (889 x 485 x 196mm)
Weight30 lb (13.6 kg)

Power & Performance

Nominal Voltage120/240 VAC single phase
Maximum current rating200 Amps
Transfer time50 ms from grid connected to backup power operation
Inverter supportUp to 4 XW Pro inverters for up to 27 kW continuous and 48 kW peak backup power capability

Materials

Enclosure materialSee product page

Compliance & Warranty

CertificationCertified to UL standards for USA
Enclosure typeNEMA Type 3R outdoor rated

The Off Grid Vault Promise

Every product we carry is vetted for real-world performance. Here's what you get when you order from us.

30-Day Performance GuaranteeIf it doesn't perform as specified, we make it right — uninstalled returns accepted within 30 days in original packaging.
Free ShippingShips free on all orders, including LTL freight on large systems. No minimums, no surprise charges.
Authorized Dealer SupportWe are an authorized Schneider Electric dealer. Warranty claims go through us — no ticket queue, no runaround.
★★★★★
“Installed this with two XW Pro inverters on my homestead last fall. When the ice storm knocked out power for three days in January, my house never skipped a beat. The transfer was instant — my wife didn't even notice the grid went down until she saw the neighbor's place was dark. This is exactly the kind of component that separates a real backup system from a toy.”
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James L.Bozeman, MT

When paired with Schneider Electric XW Pro inverters, the Backup Control Switch (BCS) automatically disconnects from the grid during an outage, allowing the system to provide backup power to the home. Certified to UL standards for USA, The Backup Control Switch is used for larger XW Pro systems requiring up to 200 A-rated MID or service entrance installation.

Features

  • Top or bottom entry for grid input
  • Fast 50 ms transfer from grid connected to backup power operation
  • Connect up to 4 XW Pro inverters for up to 27 kW continuous and 48 kW peak backup power capability
  • Outdoor rated enclosure

Specifications:

  • Nominal Voltage: 120/240 VAC single phase
  • Maximum current rating: 200 Amps
  • Enclosure type: NEMA Type 3R outdoor rated
  • Dimensions: 35″ x 19″ x 7 3/4″ (889 x 485 x 196mm)
  • Weight: 30 lb (13.6 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The BCS-2200 is the component that makes your XW Pro system actually function as backup during outages — without it, a grid-tied system goes dark when the utility fails. At $2,049, it is a one-time investment that ensures your $10,000+ inverter and battery bank delivers power when it matters. If you are currently paying $250 per month in utility costs, a complete off-grid system with this switch pays for itself in roughly 3.3 years. After that, every month of uninterrupted power is money in your pocket.
Yes. Off Grid Vault is an authorized dealer for Schneider Electric, along with Sol-Ark, EG4, Renon Power, and Victron Energy. That means your warranty claims go through us directly — not through a ticket queue or a third-party marketplace. When you purchase the BCS-2200 from us, you receive full manufacturer warranty support backed by a team that understands off-grid systems, not just general electrical equipment.
The BCS-2200 is required for XW Pro installations that use a 200A-rated main interrupter disconnect or service entrance configuration. If your system uses a single XW Pro inverter on a smaller sub-panel, you may not need this specific model. We offer free system design consultation — tell us your consumption, panel configuration, and inverter count, and our engineers will confirm whether the BCS-2200 is the correct fit for your setup.
Yes, the BCS-2200 can be integrated into an existing XW Pro system, but installation requires working inside your main service panel and involves high-voltage wiring. We recommend having a licensed electrician perform the work. If you are planning your system now, including the BCS-2200 from the start avoids a second service call and ensures your backup transfer logic is configured correctly from day one.
Schneider Electric provides a manufacturer warranty on the Backup Control Switch. As an authorized dealer, Off Grid Vault handles warranty claims directly on your behalf — you contact us, not a call center. The NEMA 3R enclosure and UL certification reflect Schneider's build standards for permanent residential installations. For specific warranty duration terms, refer to the manufacturer documentation included with your unit or contact our team for the current warranty period.
No. The BCS-2200 is engineered specifically for Schneider Electric XW Pro inverters and relies on the communication protocol between the switch and the inverter to execute automatic transfer. Using it with a non-Schneider inverter would not provide the 50 ms automatic transfer function. If you are building around a different inverter brand, contact us for the correct backup switch for your architecture.
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The Off Grid Vault Promise

Every product we carry is vetted for real-world performance. Here's what you get when you order from us.

30-Day Performance Guarantee If it doesn't perform as specified, we make it right — uninstalled returns accepted within 30 days in original packaging.
Free Shipping Ships free on all orders, including LTL freight on large systems. No minimums, no surprise charges.
Authorized Dealer Support We are an authorized Schneider Electric dealer. Warranty claims go through us — no ticket queue, no runaround.

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