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ABB MS132-6.3K Manual Motor Starter Technical Data Sheet
Technical specifications, electrical ratings, and accessory compatibility for the ABB MS132-6.3K Manual Motor Starter. This document provides essential data for installation and application.
Table of contents
Quick Guide
The ABB MS132-6.3K is a compact, 45 mm wide manual motor starter. It is designed to manually switch motors on and off and provide reliable protection against short-circuits, overloads, and phase failures without requiring a fuse. This device is suitable for both three-phase and single-phase applications.
Product Overview
The device features a rotary handle with clear switch position indication and is lockable to prevent unauthorized changes. It utilizes push-in spring terminals for secure connections.
Technical Specifications
- Rated Operational Current (Ie): 6.3 A
- Setting Range: 4.0 ... 6.3 A
- Rated Operational Voltage: Main Circuit 690 V AC / 250 V DC
- Degree of Protection: IP20
- Trip Class: 10
- Rated Service Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Ics): 100 kA at 400 V AC
Installation and Mounting
The device is designed for mounting on a DIN rail (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5). Ensure proper clearance is maintained according to the technical specifications for conductive boards and other devices. The terminals support flexible and solid conductors with a stripping length of 12 mm.
Accessories
The MS132-6.3K supports a wide range of accessories, including auxiliary contacts, signaling contacts, shunt trips, undervoltage releases, and busbars, allowing for flexible system integration.
Practical help
Common problems
Device tripping unexpectedly
Check for overload or short-circuit conditions in the motor circuit. Verify the setting range is correctly adjusted to the motor's rated current.
Terminal connection issues
Ensure the wire size is within the specified range (0.5 - 6 mm²) and stripped to 12 mm.
Before use
- Verify the motor current is within the 4.0 - 6.3 A range.
- Ensure the supply voltage matches the device ratings (up to 690 V AC).
- Check that the mounting surface is suitable for DIN rail TH35-15 or TH35-7.5.
- Confirm the wire size is compatible with the push-in spring terminals.
- Ensure ambient temperature is within the operating range of -25 to +70 °C.
Specs in practice
- Trip Class 10
- Standard trip class for motor protection, indicating the time-current characteristic.
Model compatibility
- Compatible with various accessories including auxiliary contacts, signaling contacts, shunt trips, and undervoltage releases.
- Suitable for three- and single-phase applications.
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