ABB MS116-0.16 Manual Motor Starter, 0.1-0.16 A, 3-Pole, Trip Class 10, 690V AC, Screw Terminals

Compact and precise, the ABB MS116-0.16 manual motor starter delivers reliable protection for small three-phase motors up to 0.16 A. Its thermal and electromagnetic releases guard against overload and short circuit, while the rotary knob ensures straightforward manual operation. Unlike many starters in its class, it offers a 100 kA breaking capacity at 400 V AC, making it suitable even in installations with high prospective fault currents.

Highlights

• Adjustable current setting from 0.10 to 0.16 A for precise motor protection
• Three-pole design with trip class 10 for normal motor starting duties
• High short-circuit breaking capacity of 100 kA at 400 V AC
• Rated operational voltage up to 690 V AC, insulation voltage 690 V
• DIN rail or screw mounting with screw terminals for secure wiring
• IP20 protection on main circuit, IP10 on auxiliary circuit
• Complies with IEC/EN 60947-1, -2, and -4-1

In daily use

Installation is quick thanks to the standard DIN rail mounting and clearly marked screw terminals. The rotary knob allows manual ON/OFF control and also serves as a disconnecting means. The thermal overload release responds to sustained overcurrents, while the electromagnetic release trips instantly on short circuits, preventing damage to the motor and downstream equipment. With a wide ambient temperature range from -25 °C to +70 °C, the MS116-0.16 performs reliably in demanding environments.

Full specifications

• Product type: Manual motor starter
• Current setting range: 0.10 - 0.16 A
• Rated operational current (Ie): 0.16 A
• Number of poles: 3
• Trip class: 10
• Rated operational voltage (Ue): 690 V AC
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 690 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 6 kV
• Short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu) at 400 V AC: 100 kA
• Degree of protection: IP20 (main circuit), IP10 (auxiliary circuit)
• Mounting type: DIN rail, screw mounting
• Connection type: Screw terminals
• Standards: IEC/EN 60947-1, IEC/EN 60947-2, IEC/EN 60947-4-1
• Ambient operating temperature: -25 to +70 °C
• Overload protection: Thermal overload release
• Short-circuit protection: Electromagnetic short-circuit release
• Control type: Rotary knob
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Power loss per pole: 0.5 W

Final note

For reliable motor protection in compact spaces, the ABB MS116-0.16 offers a proven combination of performance, compliance, and ease of use.