Why Choose the ABB T16-13 Thermal Overload Relay?
The ABB T16-13 Thermal Overload Relay (1SAZ711201R1045) is a dependable electromechanical motor protection device engineered to safeguard three-phase motors against overload conditions and phase failure. As part of the trusted ABB T16 thermal overload relay series, it delivers reliable overload protection that helps minimise downtime, improve equipment reliability and extend motor service life. Designed for use with ABB contactors, it provides an efficient solution for industrial motor starter assemblies.
The relay incorporates advanced protection features including temperature compensation, phase loss sensitivity, selectable automatic or manual reset, trip indication and a trip-free mechanism. Direct mounting onto compatible ABB mini and block contactors simplifies installation while maintaining a compact motor starter design.
With an adjustable overload setting of 10 to 13 A and Trip Class 10 protection, the T16-13 is ideal for safeguarding industrial motors used in conveyors, pumps, compressors, fans, machine tools, packaging equipment and automated production systems.
Key Advantages
- Reliable thermal overload protection for three-phase motors.
- Adjustable current range of 10 to 13 A.
- Protects against motor overload and phase failure.
- Trip Class 10 for rapid overload response.
- Automatic or manual reset selectable.
- Direct mounting onto compatible ABB contactors.
Key Features
- ABB T16 thermal overload relay series.
- 10 to 13 A adjustable overload setting.
- Trip Class 10 motor protection.
- Integrated temperature compensation.
- Phase failure sensitivity.
- 1 NO + 1 NC auxiliary contacts.
- Trip-free mechanism with STOP and TEST functions.
- Automatic or manual reset.
- Direct mounting onto ABB B6, BC6, B7, BC7, VB6, VBC6, VB7, VBC7 and AS09 to AS16 contactors.
Reliable Motor Protection for Industrial Applications
Thermal overload relays monitor motor current continuously and disconnect the control circuit when prolonged overload or phase failure occurs. This protects motors from overheating, insulation damage and premature failure while improving operational reliability and reducing maintenance costs.
The ABB T16 range is widely used in industrial motor starters, machinery and automation systems where compact installation, dependable protection and compatibility with ABB contactors are essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial motor starters.
- Electrical control panels.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Pumps and water treatment equipment.
- Compressors.
- Fans and HVAC systems.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- OEM industrial automation equipment.
