Key facts
Start here
ABB Manual Motor Starter Guide MS116, MS132 and MS165
This document serves as a general guide for ABB manual motor starters (MMS), also known as motor protective circuit-breakers. It covers European (IEC) and North American (UL/CSA) standards, product overviews, and application considerations. The guide is intended for people working with manual motor starter applications and those interested in learning more about the products, standards, and applications.
Read onlineABB MS116 specifications
| Max Motor HP (MS116/MS132) | 25 hp |
|---|---|
| Max Motor HP (MS45x) | 50 hp |
| Max Motor HP (MS49x) | 100 hp |
| Thermal Setting Range (MS116/MS132) | 0.16 to 32 Amperes |
| Thermal Setting Range (MS45x) | 28 to 50 Amperes |
| Thermal Setting Range (MS49x) | 28 to 100 Amperes |
| Short Circuit Rating (MS116) | 30 kA |
| Short Circuit Rating (MS132/MS45x/MS49x) | 65 kA |
| Overload Class (MS116) | 10A |
| Overload Class (MS132) | 10 |
| Overload Class (MS45x/MS49x) | 10 and 20 |
Source: ABB MS Series Manual Motor Protectors Product Leaflet
All ABB MS116 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What voltage range does the Low Voltage Directive cover?
The directive concerns electrical equipment from 50 to 1000 V AC and from 75 to 1500 V DC.
What standard is used for manual motor starters in Europe?
The applicable standard is the IEC 60947 series for Europe.
What is the maximum horsepower for the MS116 and MS132 models?
The MS116 and MS132 models are suitable for use with single and three phase motors up to 25 hp.
What is the maximum horsepower for the MS49x model?
The MS49x model is suitable for use with single and three phase motors up to 100 hp.