IMO U12/16E2.7K1 thermal overload relay, a 1.8–2.7 A motor protection device with manual reset designed for MB09 and MB12 contactor assemblies.
£37.93
The IMO U12/16E2.7K1 is a reliable thermal overload relay designed to provide dependable motor protection in industrial automation, motor starter assemblies and electrical control systems. As part of the IMO U12/16E overload relay series, it is engineered to protect electric motors against overload currents and overheating conditions.
This overload relay combines accurate thermal protection with a compact design and straightforward installation. Designed for use with compatible IMO MB09 and MB12 contactors, the U12/16E2.7K1 provides reliable motor protection while supporting efficient integration into industrial control panels and machinery systems.
With an adjustable current setting range of 1.8–2.7 A, the IMO U12/16E2.7K1 is suitable for protecting small motors used in applications such as conveyors, pumps, fans and industrial machinery. It features manual reset operation for controlled restart procedures following overload trips.
Thermal overload relays such as the IMO U12/16E2.7K1 monitor motor current and disconnect the motor circuit when excessive current conditions occur. This helps prevent overheating, motor damage and unexpected equipment downtime.
The IMO U12/16E series is designed for industrial motor control systems requiring dependable overload protection and simple integration into contactor starter assemblies. Its compact construction makes it suitable for automation equipment, machinery and industrial control panels.
| HS Code | 8536301090 |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Austria |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls |
| Series | U12/16E Thermal Overload Relays |
| Model | U12/16E2.7K1 |
| Product type | Thermal overload relay |
| Adjustable current range | 1.8–2.7 A |
| Compatible contactors | IMO MB09 and MB12 |
| Protection function | Thermal overload protection |
| Reset type | Manual reset |
| Auxiliary contacts | 1NO + 1NC |
| Trip class | Class 10 |
| Rated operational voltage | Up to 690 V AC |
| Mounting type | Direct mounting to contactor |
| Connection type | Screw terminals |
The relay provides thermal overload protection for industrial electric motors in motor starter systems.
The IMO U12/16E2.7K1 features an adjustable overload current range of 1.8–2.7 A.
The IMO U12/16E2.7K1 is designed for use with compatible IMO MB09 and MB12 contactors.
The U12/16E2.7K1 uses a manual reset mechanism for controlled restart after an overload trip condition.
The relay includes 1 normally open and 1 normally closed auxiliary contact for control circuit integration.
IMO thermal overload relays are widely used in industrial motor control systems to provide dependable motor protection, reliable machine operation and long service life in demanding industrial environments.
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