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Description of the ABB MS116 manual motor protector, including its features and specifications.
Description of the ABB MS325 manual motor protector, detailing its capabilities and intended applications.
Overview of the ABB MS45X manual motor protector, covering its applications and key features.
Description of the ABB MS49X manual motor protector, highlighting its specifications and use cases.
Guidance on using manual motor protectors (MMPs) for simple, economical single motor control solutions.
Benefits and advantages of employing MMPs in group installations for multi-motor control systems.
Steps for selecting appropriate motor starters and protectors, including fuse and MMP selection.
Procedure for calculating maximum fuse size according to NEC 430-53(c) for branch circuits.
Methodology for choosing the correct MMP catalog number using motor full load current.
Process for identifying system voltage and interrupting capacity requirements for MMPs.
Table of MS116 thermal setting ranges, horsepower ratings for single/three-phase, and catalog numbers.
Side-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS116, detailing contact configurations and part numbers.
Front-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS116, listing available contact configurations and catalog numbers.
Bell alarm contact blocks for MS116, specifying contact configurations and associated part numbers.
List of undervoltage trip units for MS116, including various voltage ratings and catalog identifiers.
Information on padlock adapters and complete locking kits available for securing MS116 units.
Details on molded plastic enclosures for MS116, including protection levels and catalog numbers.
Plastic adaptors for MS116 enclosures, specifying thread types like PG16 to 1/2 NPT.
List of shunt trip modules for MS116, detailing voltage ratings and corresponding catalog numbers.
Hardware for mounting MS116 through doors, including shaft couplers, handles, and selector mechanisms.
Terminal blocks for power feed connections for MS116, compatible with specific wire gauges.
Busbar options for MS116, supporting multiple devices and auxiliary contacts for efficient wiring.
Busbars specifically designed for direct mounting of contactors alongside MS116 manual motor protectors.
Key technical data for MS116, covering standards, current range, poles, frequency, mechanical life, and wiring.
Information on compatible accessories for MS116, such as terminal shrouds, auxiliary contacts, and signal contacts.
Details on AC15 and DC13 load ratings for various MS116 accessories, including auxiliary and signal contacts.
Specifications for electromagnet trips, including response value and undervoltage release pick-up/drop-out points.
Data on MS116 short-circuit strength, setting ranges, and maximum back-up fuse ratings.
Table showing general purpose current ratings for MS116 across different voltage levels and applications.
Table detailing maximum horsepower ratings for MS116 in single and three-phase motor applications.
Summary of short circuit ratings for MS116 at 480 VAC and 600 VAC, specifying RMS symmetrical values.
Diagrams showing the basic physical dimensions of the MS116 unit and its integral components.
Illustrations of MS116 dimensions when mounted with A9-A16 contactors, showing assembly layout.
Diagrams displaying MS116 dimensions when assembled with B6/B7 minicontactors, indicating mounting configurations.
Visual representation of MS116 dimensions when paired with UA1, SK!, HK1, and HKF1-11 accessories.
Approximate dimensions for OTPA116L2P1 and OTPA116A2P1 molded plastic enclosures for MS116.
Detailed dimensions for the 12644 model of molded plastic enclosure compatible with MS116.
Specifications and dimensions for the 12646 model of molded plastic enclosure designed for MS116.
Table detailing MS325 thermal setting ranges, horsepower ratings for single/three-phase, and catalog numbers.
Side-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS325, listing contact configurations and part numbers.
Front-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS325, detailing available contact configurations and catalog numbers.
Bell alarm contact blocks for MS325, specifying contact configurations and corresponding part numbers.
List of shunt trip modules for MS325, including voltage ratings and catalog identifiers.
Details on undervoltage trip modules for MS325, listing voltage options and catalog numbers.
Information on the electrically operated remote control unit for MS325, including compatibility and features.
Description of the supporting terminal for MS325, used for UA or N/LS clamp connections.
Details on padlocking devices for MS325, including padlock adapters and complete kits for security.
List of molded plastic enclosures for MS325, specifying protection levels and catalog numbers.
Plastic adaptors for MS325 enclosures, providing thread conversions such as PG16 to 1/2 NPT.
Handles for through-door operation of MS325, including shaft couplers and selector handles for external access.
Terminal blocks for power feed for MS325, specifying wire acceptance standards and low profile options.
Busbar options for MS325, detailing configurations for auxiliary switches and daisy-chaining capabilities.
Adapters for close coupling MS325 manual motor protectors with various ABB contactors.
Details on non-reversing DLA starters, combining MS325 with ABB A-Line contactors for motor control.
Explanation of DLA starter construction, benefits, and simplified installation on DIN rails.
Chart to select appropriate coil voltages for DLA starters based on frequency and voltage requirements.
Instructions for ordering MS325 manual motor starters and DLA modules separately for customer assembly.
List of accessories that are compatible with DLA starters, mirroring those for individual components.
Information on reversing WLA starters, integrating MS325 with ABB reversing contactors for motor control.
Chart for selecting appropriate coil voltages for WLA starters based on frequency and voltage requirements.
Instructions for ordering MS325 manual motor starters and WLA modules separately for customer assembly.
Accessories for WLA starters are the same as those for individual contactors and manual motor protectors.
Table detailing FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS450 series in single and three-phase applications.
Lists FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS495 series in single and three-phase applications.
Provides FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS497 series in single and three-phase applications.
Details FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS451 series (Overload tripping class 20).
Lists FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS496 series (Overload tripping class 20).
Explanation of availability codes (A, B, C) indicating lead times for MS450-MS497 series products.
Description of the ABB MS116 manual motor protector, including its features and specifications.
Description of the ABB MS325 manual motor protector, detailing its capabilities and intended applications.
Overview of the ABB MS45X manual motor protector, covering its applications and key features.
Description of the ABB MS49X manual motor protector, highlighting its specifications and use cases.
Guidance on using manual motor protectors (MMPs) for simple, economical single motor control solutions.
Benefits and advantages of employing MMPs in group installations for multi-motor control systems.
Steps for selecting appropriate motor starters and protectors, including fuse and MMP selection.
Procedure for calculating maximum fuse size according to NEC 430-53(c) for branch circuits.
Methodology for choosing the correct MMP catalog number using motor full load current.
Process for identifying system voltage and interrupting capacity requirements for MMPs.
Table of MS116 thermal setting ranges, horsepower ratings for single/three-phase, and catalog numbers.
Side-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS116, detailing contact configurations and part numbers.
Front-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS116, listing available contact configurations and catalog numbers.
Bell alarm contact blocks for MS116, specifying contact configurations and associated part numbers.
List of undervoltage trip units for MS116, including various voltage ratings and catalog identifiers.
Information on padlock adapters and complete locking kits available for securing MS116 units.
Details on molded plastic enclosures for MS116, including protection levels and catalog numbers.
Plastic adaptors for MS116 enclosures, specifying thread types like PG16 to 1/2 NPT.
List of shunt trip modules for MS116, detailing voltage ratings and corresponding catalog numbers.
Hardware for mounting MS116 through doors, including shaft couplers, handles, and selector mechanisms.
Terminal blocks for power feed connections for MS116, compatible with specific wire gauges.
Busbar options for MS116, supporting multiple devices and auxiliary contacts for efficient wiring.
Busbars specifically designed for direct mounting of contactors alongside MS116 manual motor protectors.
Key technical data for MS116, covering standards, current range, poles, frequency, mechanical life, and wiring.
Information on compatible accessories for MS116, such as terminal shrouds, auxiliary contacts, and signal contacts.
Details on AC15 and DC13 load ratings for various MS116 accessories, including auxiliary and signal contacts.
Specifications for electromagnet trips, including response value and undervoltage release pick-up/drop-out points.
Data on MS116 short-circuit strength, setting ranges, and maximum back-up fuse ratings.
Table showing general purpose current ratings for MS116 across different voltage levels and applications.
Table detailing maximum horsepower ratings for MS116 in single and three-phase motor applications.
Summary of short circuit ratings for MS116 at 480 VAC and 600 VAC, specifying RMS symmetrical values.
Diagrams showing the basic physical dimensions of the MS116 unit and its integral components.
Illustrations of MS116 dimensions when mounted with A9-A16 contactors, showing assembly layout.
Diagrams displaying MS116 dimensions when assembled with B6/B7 minicontactors, indicating mounting configurations.
Visual representation of MS116 dimensions when paired with UA1, SK!, HK1, and HKF1-11 accessories.
Approximate dimensions for OTPA116L2P1 and OTPA116A2P1 molded plastic enclosures for MS116.
Detailed dimensions for the 12644 model of molded plastic enclosure compatible with MS116.
Specifications and dimensions for the 12646 model of molded plastic enclosure designed for MS116.
Table detailing MS325 thermal setting ranges, horsepower ratings for single/three-phase, and catalog numbers.
Side-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS325, listing contact configurations and part numbers.
Front-mounted auxiliary contact blocks for MS325, detailing available contact configurations and catalog numbers.
Bell alarm contact blocks for MS325, specifying contact configurations and corresponding part numbers.
List of shunt trip modules for MS325, including voltage ratings and catalog identifiers.
Details on undervoltage trip modules for MS325, listing voltage options and catalog numbers.
Information on the electrically operated remote control unit for MS325, including compatibility and features.
Description of the supporting terminal for MS325, used for UA or N/LS clamp connections.
Details on padlocking devices for MS325, including padlock adapters and complete kits for security.
List of molded plastic enclosures for MS325, specifying protection levels and catalog numbers.
Plastic adaptors for MS325 enclosures, providing thread conversions such as PG16 to 1/2 NPT.
Handles for through-door operation of MS325, including shaft couplers and selector handles for external access.
Terminal blocks for power feed for MS325, specifying wire acceptance standards and low profile options.
Busbar options for MS325, detailing configurations for auxiliary switches and daisy-chaining capabilities.
Adapters for close coupling MS325 manual motor protectors with various ABB contactors.
Details on non-reversing DLA starters, combining MS325 with ABB A-Line contactors for motor control.
Explanation of DLA starter construction, benefits, and simplified installation on DIN rails.
Chart to select appropriate coil voltages for DLA starters based on frequency and voltage requirements.
Instructions for ordering MS325 manual motor starters and DLA modules separately for customer assembly.
List of accessories that are compatible with DLA starters, mirroring those for individual components.
Information on reversing WLA starters, integrating MS325 with ABB reversing contactors for motor control.
Chart for selecting appropriate coil voltages for WLA starters based on frequency and voltage requirements.
Instructions for ordering MS325 manual motor starters and WLA modules separately for customer assembly.
Accessories for WLA starters are the same as those for individual contactors and manual motor protectors.
Table detailing FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS450 series in single and three-phase applications.
Lists FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS495 series in single and three-phase applications.
Provides FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS497 series in single and three-phase applications.
Details FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS451 series (Overload tripping class 20).
Lists FLA adjustment ranges and horsepower ratings for the MS496 series (Overload tripping class 20).
Explanation of availability codes (A, B, C) indicating lead times for MS450-MS497 series products.
The ABB Manual Motor Protectors are designed to safeguard three-phase motors, offering a comprehensive solution for both single and group motor applications. These devices integrate multiple protective functions, providing a compact and economical alternative to traditional motor control setups.
The primary function of these manual motor protectors (MMPs) is to provide robust protection for three-phase motors against various electrical faults. They incorporate thermal overload protection, which prevents motor damage due to sustained overcurrent conditions. In the event of an overload, the MMP will trip, disconnecting the motor from the power supply. This thermal protection is adjustable, allowing users to set the tripping range according to the specific motor's full load current (FLA).
Beyond thermal overload, these devices also offer short-circuit protection. This is a critical feature that safeguards the motor and the electrical system from high-magnitude currents that can occur during a short circuit. The MMPs are designed to interrupt these fault currents quickly and efficiently, often without the need for additional backup fuses, depending on the specific model and application's short-circuit current rating. This integrated short-circuit capability simplifies wiring and reduces the overall footprint of the control panel.
Furthermore, some models are designed to function as manual motor controllers, allowing for direct manual start and stop of the motor. This eliminates the need for a separate contactor in certain applications, further streamlining the control circuit. The combination of overload, short-circuit, and manual control functions within a single device makes these MMPs a highly efficient and space-saving solution for motor protection.
The ABB Manual Motor Protectors are engineered for ease of use and installation. They are designed for 35mm DIN rail snap-on mounting, which facilitates quick and secure installation within control panels. This standardized mounting method ensures compatibility with a wide range of industrial enclosures and simplifies panel layout.
A key usage feature is their versatility across different motor sizes and voltage ratings. Various models are available to protect motors ranging from fractional horsepower up to 75 HP at 480V, with different current setting ranges to match specific motor requirements. This broad applicability makes them suitable for diverse industrial and commercial applications.
For enhanced functionality and integration into more complex control systems, these MMPs support a wide range of accessories. These accessories include auxiliary contact blocks for side or front mounting, which provide signaling capabilities for remote indication of motor status (e.g., tripped, running). Bell alarm contact blocks are also available to provide audible or visual alerts in case of a trip.
For applications requiring remote control or emergency stop functionalities, shunt trip and undervoltage trip accessories can be easily integrated. Shunt trips allow for remote electrical tripping of the MMP, while undervoltage trips ensure that the motor stops if the supply voltage drops below a safe operating level, preventing uncontrolled restarts.
Through-the-door operating mechanisms and locking devices are also available, enhancing safety and security. These allow for manual operation of the MMP from outside the enclosure, while locking devices prevent unauthorized access or tampering.
For group motor applications, the MMPs offer significant advantages. Multiple MMPs can be grouped together on a single DIN rail and fed from a common set of fuses or a circuit breaker. Power feed terminal blocks and busbars are available to simplify the wiring of these groups, reducing installation time and complexity. Close coupling adapters are also offered to directly connect contactors to the load side of each MMP, enabling automatic operation of individual motors within a group. This modular approach allows for flexible and scalable motor control solutions, where an overload on one motor will only trip its associated MMP, allowing other motors in the group to continue running.
The ABB Manual Motor Protectors are designed with maintenance considerations in mind, aiming to minimize downtime and simplify troubleshooting. The robust construction and high breaking capacities of these devices contribute to their long operational life, reducing the frequency of replacements.
The integrated nature of overload and short-circuit protection within a single device simplifies troubleshooting. When a trip occurs, the status of the MMP can often indicate the nature of the fault (e.g., thermal overload or short circuit), guiding maintenance personnel to the correct area for investigation. The availability of trip signal contacts through auxiliary contact blocks further aids in remote diagnostics, allowing for quicker identification of tripped devices without needing to physically inspect the control panel.
The DIN rail mounting system allows for easy removal and replacement of individual MMPs, should maintenance or replacement be necessary. This snap-on feature means that a faulty device can be quickly swapped out, minimizing disruption to operations.
Furthermore, the design often allows for visual inspection of the device's status, such as a clear indication of a tripped state. This immediate visual feedback helps maintenance staff quickly assess the situation. The use of standardized accessories also means that spare parts are readily available and interchangeable across different MMP models, simplifying inventory management for maintenance departments.
The overall design emphasizes reliability and ease of service, making these manual motor protectors a practical choice for industrial environments where continuous operation and efficient maintenance are crucial.
| Trip Class | 10 |
|---|---|
| Product Name | MS116 |
| Mounting Type | DIN Rail |
| Breaking Capacity | 6kA |
| Protection | Overload, Short-circuit |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947-2 |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +55°C |
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