Lovato M3P05012230B6 is an enclosed direct-on-line motor starter rated at 50 A and 22 kW at 400 V AC-3, with a 35–50 A adjustable thermal overload relay, 230 V AC 50/60 Hz contactor coil and START and STOP/RESET pushbuttons.
SKU:M3P05012230B6MPN:M3P05012230B6
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Why Choose the Lovato M3P05012230B6 Direct-On-Line Starter?
The Lovato M3P05012230B6 is an enclosed direct-on-line (DOL) motor starter designed for reliable switching and thermal overload protection of three-phase motors. It combines a contactor, adjustable thermal overload relay and local operator controls in an enclosed assembly for industrial motor-control applications.
The M3P05012230B6 is supplied with a Lovato BF5000A contactor and RF825000 thermal overload relay. The overload relay provides an adjustable current range of 35–50 A, allowing the protection setting to be matched to the rated current of a compatible motor.
With an IEC AC-3 operating rating of 50 A and 22 kW at 400 V and a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz contactor coil, the M3P05012230B6 provides an integrated solution for fixed-speed industrial motor starting where local control and adjustable overload protection are required.
Key Advantages
Complete enclosed direct-on-line motor starter with thermal overload protection.
35–50 A adjustable thermal overload range for motor protection.
50 A IEC AC-3 operating current at 400 V.
22 kW IEC AC-3 motor power rating at 400 V.
230 V AC 50/60 Hz contactor coil.
Integrated START and STOP/RESET pushbuttons for convenient local motor control.
Supplied as an assembled motor-starting solution for industrial applications.
Key Features
Lovato M3P enclosed direct-on-line starter.
50 A IEC operating current at 400 V AC-3.
22 kW IEC operating power at 400 V AC-3.
35–50 A thermal relay adjustment range.
230 V AC 50/60 Hz AC coil.
Supplied with BF5000A contactor.
Supplied with RF825000 thermal overload relay.
START and STOP/RESET pushbuttons for local operation.
Reliable Direct-On-Line Motor Starting
Direct-on-line starters provide a straightforward method of controlling fixed-speed motors by connecting the motor directly to the electrical supply through a contactor. The Lovato M3P05012230B6 combines this switching function with adjustable thermal overload protection, providing an integrated solution for starting and protecting appropriately rated motors.
The 35–50 A adjustment range enables the thermal overload relay to be configured according to the rated current of the connected motor. Integrated START and STOP/RESET pushbuttons provide convenient local operation, making the starter suitable for a range of industrial machinery and motor-control installations.
Typical Applications
Industrial pumps and pumping systems.
Fans and ventilation equipment.
Conveyors and material handling systems.
Compressors and processing equipment.
Production and manufacturing machinery.
Fixed-speed industrial motors requiring local control and thermal overload protection.
Technical Specifications
HS Code
85371098
Manufacturer
Lovato Electric
Model
M3P05012230B6
Product type
Enclosed direct-on-line motor starter
Rated operating current (AC-3, 400 V)
50 A
Rated operating power (AC-3, 400 V)
22 kW
Thermal relay adjustment range
35–50 A
Contactor coil voltage
230 V AC
Coil frequency
50/60 Hz
Contactor supplied
BF5000A
Thermal relay supplied
RF825000
Pushbuttons
START and STOP/RESET
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato M3P05012230B6 used for?
The M3P05012230B6 is an enclosed direct-on-line motor starter designed for starting, stopping and thermal overload protection of compatible three-phase motors.
What is the overload adjustment range of the M3P05012230B6?
The supplied RF825000 thermal overload relay has an adjustable current range of 35–50 A.
What motor rating does the Lovato M3P05012230B6 support?
The starter has an IEC AC-3 operating rating of 50 A and 22 kW at 400 V.
What coil voltage does the M3P05012230B6 use?
The supplied BF5000A contactor uses a 230 V AC 50/60 Hz coil.
Which thermal overload relay is supplied with the M3P05012230B6?
The starter is supplied with a Lovato RF825000 thermal overload relay with an adjustable range of 35–50 A.
Trusted Motor Control from Lovato Electric
Lovato Electric electromechanical starters combine contactor switching, adjustable thermal overload protection and practical local controls in enclosed assemblies designed for dependable industrial motor-control applications.
HS Code
85371098
Manufacturer
Lovato Electric
Model
M3P05012230B6
Product type
Enclosed direct-on-line motor starter
Rated operating current (AC-3, 400 V)
50 A
Rated operating power (AC-3, 400 V)
22 kW
Thermal relay adjustment range
35–50 A
Contactor coil voltage
230 V AC
Coil frequency
50/60 Hz
Contactor supplied
BF5000A
Thermal relay supplied
RF825000
Pushbuttons
START and STOP/RESET
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