EATON PKZM01-16 Motor Protection Circuit Breaker, 16 A, 7.5 kW, 3-pole, Push-button 283390

With a rated operational current of 16 A and a short-circuit breaking capacity of 50 kA at 400 V, the EATON PKZM01-16 motor protection circuit breaker provides reliable protection for motors up to 7.5 kW. This 3-pole thermal-magnetic device is designed for demanding industrial applications.

Overview

The EATON PKZM01-16 is a compact motor protection circuit breaker from the PKZM01 series. It features a push-button actuator for manual ON/OFF control and screw terminals for secure wiring. The overload release setting range is adjustable from 10 A to 16 A, allowing precise adaptation to the motor's rated current. The magnetic release is fixed at approximately 14 times the rated current, ensuring fast tripping on short circuits.

What stands out

• High breaking capacity of 50 kA at 400 V for enhanced safety.
• Adjustable overload release from 10 A to 16 A for flexible motor protection.
• Compact DIN rail or screw mounting saves space in control panels.
• Push-button actuation for clear and simple operation.
• Wide ambient operating temperature range from -25 °C to +55 °C.

Technical details

• Rated operational current (Ie): 16 A
• Overload release setting range: 10 - 16 A
• Rated operational power (AC-3, 400 V): 7.5 kW
• Rated operational voltage (Ue): 690 V AC (max)
• Number of poles: 3
• Short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu at 400 V): 50 kA
• Tripping characteristic: Thermal-magnetic
• Actuator type: Push-button (ON/OFF)
• Mounting type: DIN rail / Screw mounting
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Connection type: Screw terminals
• Standards: IEC/EN 60947-4-1, VDE 0660
• Ambient operating temperature: -25 to +55 °C
• Frame size: PKZM01
• Primary function: Motor protection, Overload protection, Short-circuit protection
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 690 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 6 kV
• Magnetic release setting: Fixed (approx. 14 x Ie)

Our verdict

The EATON PKZM01-16 is a robust and versatile motor protection circuit breaker, ideal for industrial motor control applications where reliability and safety are paramount.