Eaton PKZM0-0.16-SPI16 Motor Protection Circuit Breaker, 3-Pole, 0.10-0.16 A, 690 V AC, 50 kA, Screw Terminals, DIN Rail 199177

With a rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity of 50 kA at 400 V, the Eaton PKZM0-0.16-SPI16 motor protection circuit breaker delivers robust protection for motors in industrial environments. This 3-pole device offers a thermal-magnetic trip characteristic and an adjustable current setting range of 0.10 to 0.16 A, ensuring precise overload and short-circuit protection for small motors.

Overview

The PKZM0-0.16-SPI16 is engineered for reliable motor protection in a compact DIN rail mountable design. It features screw terminals for secure wiring and operates at a rated voltage of 690 V AC. The fixed short-circuit release is set at approximately 15.5 times the maximum current setting (2.48 A), providing fast response to fault conditions.

What stands out

• High breaking capacity: 50 kA at 400 V AC for superior short-circuit protection
• Wide voltage rating: 690 V AC, suitable for various industrial power systems
• Precise adjustment: current setting range 0.10-0.16 A for accurate motor protection
• Thermal-magnetic trip: combines overload and short-circuit protection in one unit
• Compact DIN rail mounting: easy installation in control panels

Technical details

• Number of poles: 3
• Rated operational voltage (Ue): 690 V AC
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 6 kV
• Rated ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu) at 400 V: 50 kA
• Rated service short-circuit breaking capacity (Ics): 50 kA
• Trip characteristic: Thermal-magnetic
• Mounting type: DIN rail (35 mm)
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Connection type: Screw terminals
• Standard compliance: IEC/EN 60947-4-1, VDE 0660 Part 102
• Short-circuit release setting: Fixed, approx. 15.5 x Imax (2.48 A)
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 690 V
• Rated frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Operating temperature range: -25 to +55 °C
• Terminal capacity (solid): 1 x 2.5 mm²
• Terminal capacity (stranded): 1 x 1.5 mm²
• Auxiliary contacts: None (add-on modules available)

Our verdict

The Eaton PKZM0-0.16-SPI16 is a dependable choice for protecting small motors in industrial applications, offering high breaking capacity and precise current adjustment in a compact form factor.