Allen-Bradley 140MT-C3E-B16

Overview

Elevate your motor protection strategy with the Allen-Bradley 140MT-C3E-B16 Motor Protection Circuit Breaker (MPCB). Engineered by a leader in industrial automation, this robust MPCB provides unparalleled safeguarding for your valuable motors against damaging overloads and dangerous short circuits. Designed for efficiency and reliability, the 140MT-C3E-B16 combines a precise adjustable thermal current range with a rapid magnetic trip response, ensuring optimal motor health and system uptime. Its compact C-frame design is perfectly suited for integration into diverse industrial environments, from intricate manufacturing lines to critical power distribution infrastructure. Operating seamlessly at 480V AC 60Hz, this MPCB is a testament to Allen-Bradley's commitment to delivering high-performance, dependable control solutions for demanding industrial applications.

Key Features

• Adjustable Thermal Current Range (1-1.6A): Offers precise and customizable overload protection, allowing you to fine-tune settings to match specific motor requirements and prevent thermal damage.
• Standard Magnetic Trip (Fixed at 14x Ie): Ensures immediate and effective disconnection during short-circuit events, preventing extensive damage to motors and electrical systems.
• Standard Breaking Capacity: Provides reliable interruption capabilities, ensuring system integrity and personnel safety under fault conditions.
• Compact C-Frame Size: Maximizes panel space efficiency without compromising on robust protection, facilitating easier integration and maintenance within control cabinets.
• 480V AC 60Hz Operation: Fully compatible with common industrial power systems, ensuring broad applicability across various industrial settings.
• DIN Rail Mountable: Facilitates quick, secure, and tool-free installation, significantly reducing setup time and labor costs in control panel assembly.
• Enhanced Motor Longevity: Proactively protects motors from electrical faults, extending their operational lifespan and reducing costly replacements.

Technical Specifications

• Model: 140MT-C3E-B16
• Type: Motor Protection Circuit Breaker (MPCB)
• Frame Size: C
• Thermal Current Range: 1-1.6A (Adjustable)
• Magnetic Trip Setting: Fixed at 14x Ie
• Breaking Capacity: Standard
• Operating Voltage: 480V AC 60Hz
• Mounting: DIN Rail
• Application: Industrial motor protection, automation, control panels

Applications

• Industrial Motor Protection: Essential for safeguarding a wide range of industrial electric motors from overloads and short circuits across various sectors.
• Manufacturing & Automation Systems: Integrates seamlessly into automated production lines and robotic systems to ensure continuous and safe operation of motor-driven equipment.
• Electrical Control Panels: A critical component within industrial control panels, providing reliable circuit protection and enhancing the overall safety and reliability of motor-driven machinery.
• Power Distribution & Safety Systems: Utilized in broader industrial power distribution networks to offer localized protection and contribute to the overall safety architecture of complex electrical installations.
• HVAC Systems: Protects motors in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units within commercial and industrial buildings, ensuring consistent environmental control.
• Pump and Fan Control: Ideal for protecting motors in pumping stations, ventilation fans, and other fluid handling or air movement applications, preventing costly downtime.

Why Choose the Allen-Bradley 140MT-C3E-B16?

• Brand Trust and Reliability: As an Allen-Bradley product, the 140MT-C3E-B16 carries the reputation of one of the most trusted names in industrial automation, guaranteeing exceptional quality and performance.
• Precision Motor Protection: With an adjustable thermal range and a precisely set magnetic trip, this MPCB offers superior protection, preventing premature motor failure and extending asset lifespan.
• Optimized for Industrial Use: Built to withstand the rigors of industrial environments, its robust construction and high operating voltage make it an ideal choice for demanding applications.
• Space-Saving Design: The compact C-frame design allows for efficient use of valuable control panel space, facilitating more streamlined and organized electrical installations.
• Easy Installation and Maintenance: DIN rail mounting capability ensures quick and straightforward setup, simplifying integration and reducing maintenance efforts over the product's life cycle.
• Enhanced System Uptime: By effectively protecting motors from common electrical faults, this MPCB minimizes unexpected downtime, contributing to greater operational efficiency and productivity.

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