Eaton 0.1 → 0.16 A Motor Protection Circuit Breaker, 690 V ac

Eaton's reliable and robust motor protection circuit breakers are the perfect solution for your motor protection needs, providing protection from electrical faults such as an overload of high voltages, short circuits or relay shutdowns.

Down-time of machinery can be detrimental to a business and its operations, Eaton's PKZM0 motor protection range of circuit breakers has been created and designed to act as an intermediary between your devices, protecting vital equipment in the event of unforeseen incidents. This reduces the amount of downtime of machinery to enable operations to continue running smoothly.

The PKZM0 motor protection circuit breakers are matched to the DIL contactor series making the ideal configuration or motor starter combinations. This motor protection range of circuit breakers has a short circuit breaking capacity rated to 150 kA up to 12 A and 50kA up to 32 A. Accessories including auxiliary contacts, trip indicating auxiliary contacts, voltage release and shunt trips can be installed without tools and greatly reduce installation time.

• Manually-actuated motor protective circuit breaker
• Rotating handle with clear switch position (ON and OFF)
• DIN-rail mounting
• Forms part of the xStart family of control gear products
• Rated operating voltage 690Vac
• Typical motor protection accessories – Shunt release 492-1709 & 492-1715, lockable rotary handle 244-0113

MPCBs are more critical now than ever. Most infrastructures now rely on a motor behind the scenes to power critical uninterruptible systems such as heating, ventilation and cooling. These systems are vital in ensuring business continues as usual, therefore must be protected against overcurrent's, thermal overloads and similar problems.

This motor protection circuit breaker is vital for protecting circuits that supply power to motors. It operates within a current range of 0.1 to 0.16 A and can handle supply voltages of up to 690 V AC. With its robust construction and high breaking capacity, it is crucial for industrial applications, offering protection against electrical faults.

• Incorporates phase-failure sensitivity for improved safety
• Features a turn-button actuator for straightforward operation
• Utilises screw terminals for secure wiring connections
• High breaking capacity of 150 kA ensures reliable protection
• Suitable for energy-efficient motors, including those rated IE3
• Designed for an operational lifespan of up to 100,000 cycles

• Provides circuit protection for automation equipment
• Utilised in motor control panels within manufacturing facilities
• Ensures safe motor operation in HVAC systems
• Ideal for group installations and terminal configurations

The device functions effectively between -25°C and 40°C in enclosed environments.

It can be connected using screw terminals suitable for flexible or solid wires.

Yes, it can support up to 40 operations per hour without compromising performance.

It is compatible with a wide range of motors, including those with IE3 efficiency ratings.

It easily snaps onto an IEC/EN 60715 top-hat rail for secure installation.